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Margaret Light, MA, LMFT, CST
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist - MN & WI
AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
MN BMFT & BBHT Approved Supervisor - MN
she/her/hers
Welcome! I'm glad you're here and am excited to meet you. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to build fulfilling and joyful relationships- emotionally, physically, and sexually. Clients find me when they're ready to be done fighting, feeling emotionally distant, & having less than ideal sex. If you feel torn between staying & leaving, are trapped in patterns of pursuit & withdrawal, or are carrying shame about who you are, I can help. Together we can slow things down, understand what’s underneath the reactivity or shutdown, & build steadier ways for you to connect— both with yourself and with your partner.
My goal is to create a therapeutic space and relationship that feels safe enough to explore complex feelings, thoughts, histories, and beliefs while also keeping in mind the goal of therapy is to make emotional and behavioral changes within your day to day life. To this end, therapy with me often includes a mix of skill building, emotional exploration and processing, and practicing new patterns of behavior while learning to recognize and change the areas of your life you have influence over. If you choose work with me, we will work collaboratively to create lasting change that benefits you, your relationships, & your life. This kind of therapy takes work & it's so worth it!
I have spent years pursuing advanced training in relationship and sex therapy because I believe therapy is a process that takes time but should also be a good use of your time! Also, all that extra training means that means there's nothing you can't talk about with me- sexuality, gender, kink, porn, non-monogamy, painful sex, erection issues, sexually acting out, & more. I am particularly passionate about helping clients navigate discrepancies in sexual desire or interest, recover from out of control sexual behavior including sex and porn addiction, and supporting couples as they incorporate kink or ethical non-monogamy into their relationship. I believe change is possible for everyone, no matter how complex the issue.
What to Expect
Previous clients have described me as pragmatic, compassionate, & non-judgmental while simultaneously offering accountability & direct feedback. I have been told I often offer clients a new perspective and help them discover new insights into themselves and their patterns of behavior while encouraging them to make their own decisions and life choices.
To better accommodate your needs, I offer services both in-person and via telehealth which means you can choose what works best for you! If you'd like to meet with me in person, you can do so in Andover, Minnesota. If you'd like to meet via telehealth you can do so from anywhere in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
Even if therapy is not something you're ready to commit to, I encourage you to explore my website as I offer a variety of information and resources, free of charge. You will find a blog regarding sexual health, a variety of podcast episodes related to general mental and relational health, and a Facebook page where I offer relationship tips and information. I also offer free 15 minute consultations to anyone considering therapy. This helps ensure we are a good fit and can alleviate possible concerns or worries about the therapeutic process.
Training & Experience
I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, my Professional Development Certificate at University of Wisconsin, Stout, and am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I am licensed to provide therapy services in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. I also provide supervision to those who are training to become therapists. I’ve worked in several outpatient settings providing individual, family, and couples therapy; as an in-home therapist for families with Child Protective Services involvement; as an in-home therapist for individuals and families with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness; and in an emergency department providing crisis assessments and stabilization. I am Level 2 Internal Family Systems (IFS) trained, Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO) advanced trained, Gottman Level 1 trained, and am Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) basic trained.
Prior to becoming a therapist, I managed an assisted living facility for adults with Traumatic Brain Injuries, worked as an Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS) worker and Children’s Therapeutic Support Services (CTSS) worker, and volunteered with the Sexual Violence Center as a sexual assault advocate.
Find me on marriage.com, Therapy Den, TherapyTribe, and Psychology Today.
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