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Margo Bruner-Settles

LCSW-C, 21 years of experience

Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Virtual
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About me

If you're experiencing inner turmoil that’s affecting your peace of mind and daily life, therapy can help—and I’m here to support you through it. Often described as a “therapist’s therapist,” I offer a grounded, compassionate approach to help you reconnect with your sense of clarity and purpose. Life is too short not to live as your best self. My goal is to meet you where you are, focus on what matters most to you, and build on your strengths through healthy coping and healing practices. If you're ready to begin that journey, I invite you to reach out—let’s work together to help you become the best version of yourself.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

I understand that therapy can feel like a vulnerable space. My goal is to create a process that feels supportive and approachable, from the moment you reach out to our time together in session. You can expect a calm, respectful environment where your experiences are met with empathy and care. I aim to provide clarity about what to expect, answer any questions you may have, and guide each session at a pace that feels right for you.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

If you've never spoken to a therapist about personal matters and feel uneasy about the idea, but have made the brave decision to begin therapy, I strive to make the experience as calming and comfortable as possible. One of my strengths is creating a non-judgmental, compassionate space where you can feel safe and supported throughout our work together.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I bring over 20 years of experience supporting individuals navigating life’s most challenging stressors, and I am currently pursuing my Doctorate to further deepen my clinical expertise. Whether you're facing work-related pressures, marital, family, or relationship struggles, grief and loss, or more deeply rooted personal issues, I offer a compassionate and grounded approach. My goal is to help ease the burden you’re carrying and guide you toward greater clarity, resilience, and peace.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions

Other specialties

Addiction
Career Counseling
Couples Counseling
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
Military/Veterans
Older Adults
Self Esteem
Women's Issues

I identify as

Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Maryland

Accepts

All Savers
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
CareFirst
Cash - $125 per session
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
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