- Addictions
- Life purpose
- Anxiety and depression
About Meg
Dr. Meg DePasquale is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland with 26 years of experience. She helps people who are facing addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, parenting strain, and questions about life purpose. She also works with concerns such as ADHD, mood disorders, grief, and stress related to caregiving.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. She invites clients to talk through what is happening now and to identify small, usable steps forward. Sessions focus on clear goals, coping tools, and ways to manage strong emotions like anger, shame, or overwhelm.
Dr. DePasquale pays attention to how problems affect daily life. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and build skills for handling stress and relapse triggers. Conversations often include planning for change, practicing coping strategies, and checking what works between sessions.
People who are uncertain about their next steps often find it helpful to map options together. She supports exploration of career and life-purpose questions alongside treatment for mood and substance concerns. Her work includes helping clients rebuild routines, manage setbacks, and clarify what matters most right now.
Sessions are conducted in English and follow standard clinical practice for a Maryland LCSW-C. Prospective clients are asked to complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial session to discuss goals and next steps.
Working with evidence-based approaches in online sessions
Dr. DePasquale uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and improve daily functioning. Cognitive-based approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing different ways of responding; these methods can help with anxiety, depression, and managing urges related to addiction. Behavioral strategies concentrate on building routines, skill rehearsal, and step-by-step exposure to feared or avoided situations to reduce avoidance and increase confidence.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with the client to determine which techniques fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress and challenges emerge.
Specific session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use these sessions to teach coping skills, review progress, and plan practical steps to handle life changes and setbacks.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, parenting strain, life purpose questions, and related mood and stress issues.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and goal-focused, emphasizing talk, problem solving, and developing coping tools to use between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has 26 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and community care with people facing a range of mental health and addiction concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW-C, licensed in Maryland, and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to discuss goals and fit.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.