Online + in-person therapy for women in Michigan
Meet Margaret ("Maggie")
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I’m Maggie Elsesser, LMSW, and I help women who feel disconnected from themselves get clear, grounded, and moving forward again.
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Maybe life looks fine from the outside — you’re managing, showing up, doing the work — but something still feels off. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ve drifted from the version of yourself you used to recognize. You don’t need fixing. You need space, support, and honest, thoughtful guidance.
I bring a calm, collaborative, and emotionally attuned approach to therapy. My style blends depth with direction — meaning we’ll explore what’s holding you back while also working toward what’s next. I’ll listen closely, reflect clearly, and offer input when it’s helpful, not just when it’s asked for.
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​I’m also trained in EMDR, a powerful therapy method that can help process lingering emotional blocks or past experiences that still carry weight. When appropriate, EMDR can be woven into our work to deepen insight, release stuck patterns, and support meaningful, lasting change.
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If you’re looking for a therapist who brings both heart and structure to the work — someone who sees the whole picture and can help you move through it — I’d be honored to work with you.
Who I help
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I work with women who are thoughtful, capable, and self-aware — but still feel stuck.
Maybe you’ve come through burnout, a major life shift, or a season of caregiving, and now you're left asking, “What do I want? Who even am I now?” You may feel unfulfilled, emotionally flat, or disconnected from the parts of yourself that used to feel alive.
You don’t need a crisis to deserve support. I specialize in working with women who aren’t falling apart — but who know they’re not where they want to be.
You might be:
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Navigating the aftermath of burnout, and unsure how to rebuild your life in a way that feels sustainable
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Questioning your identity after a role shift — motherhood, career change, or relationship transition
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Stuck in overthinking or self-doubt, despite all the insight you’ve gained
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Craving deeper emotional connection, clarity, and a path forward that actually fits you
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My clients tend to be emotionally intelligent and motivated — not to be perfect, but to feel more aligned, more steady, and more like themselves again.
If that sounds like you, you're in the right place.
How I Help​​​​
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Therapy with me is collaborative, honest, and focused on helping you move forward — not just unpack the past.
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We’ll work together to understand what’s keeping you stuck and what you’re truly wanting more of in your life. I’ll bring reflection and insight, yes — but also structure, direction, and emotional presence. I won’t just sit back and nod; I’ll be engaged, attuned, and ready to offer real support.
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Depending on your needs, I may integrate EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) into our work — a well-researched method that can help clear out emotional blocks or patterns tied to past experiences. It’s one of several tools we can use to go deeper without getting overwhelmed.
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My approach is:
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Relational — built on trust, safety, and authentic connection
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Directive when needed — I’ll offer guidance, not just reflection
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Emotionally attuned — honoring your strengths, history, and capacity for growth
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Flexible and individualized — no one-size-fits-all strategies here
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Whether you’re here to process something painful, reconnect with your identity, or find clarity around what’s next, I’ll meet you with care, curiosity, and commitment.
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You don’t have to figure it out alone — and you don’t have to keep circling the same patterns. Let’s move forward, together.
If you're ready for change, I'm here to guide you!​​​​
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You don’t have to keep feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of where to go from here.
Whether you’re coming out of burnout, navigating a life shift, or simply craving more clarity and alignment — therapy can help you find your way forward.
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If you’re ready for grounded support, honest insight, and a space that’s fully yours, I’d love to work with you.
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Let’s get started.