Most of us face trials in life at some time. Sometimes things get in our way and throw us off track or lead us down a dark or confusing path. Sometimes we need help to see the light again. If something like that has happened to you, I can help. Whatever you're struggling with, I can help you navigate your way through and out of troubled waters to stand on solid ground again. I have the knowledge, experience, and skills to help you reach your therapy goals and guide you to your best self. Take the first step toward getting your life back.
With my 30 years of experience, I will choose a modality of treatment that suits the your needs at that particular time.
My approach is eclectic and stems from the belief that:
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We all deserve to enjoy a full, rich, and rewarding life and
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We all possess the innate wisdom and ability to improve things, if we can clean off our glasses well enough to see clearly.
At Insight Counseling & Coaching, my mission is to be a catalyst for healing and change -- to provide relief from suffering and empower you to create that which you want to experience in your life.
Our Comprehensive Services
MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Individual counseling offers a confidential and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with a licensed therapist. This one-on-one approach allows for personalized attention to your unique needs and goals. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, or any other emotional or psychological challenge, individual counseling can help you gain insight, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth. Our goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can work towards achieving a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Couples counseling is designed to help partners improve their relationship by addressing conflicts, enhancing communication, and fostering a deeper understanding of each other. Whether you are dealing with frequent arguments, trust issues, intimacy concerns, or other relationship challenges, couples counseling provides a structured and supportive environment to work through these difficulties. By focusing on both individual and relationship dynamics, our goal is to help you and your partner build a stronger, healthier, and more satisfying relationship. Together, we can develop strategies to resolve conflicts, improve emotional connection, and create lasting positive change. Our services are available to couples in Altamonte Springs, Florida.
Telehealth counseling brings professional therapy to the comfort and convenience of your own home. Using secure video conferencing technology, you can connect with your therapist for virtual sessions that are just as effective as in-person meetings. This option is ideal for individuals with busy schedules, those living in remote areas, or anyone who prefers the convenience of online therapy. Telehealth counseling ensures that you have access to the support you need, no matter where you are, allowing for greater flexibility and continuity in your mental health care. We are proud to offer telehealth services to clients in Altamonte Springs, Florida, and beyond.
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When one person in a family is out of balance, the entire family is out of balance. Don't make the mistake of thinking, "It will just go away." I have employed family systems therapy throughout my 30-year career and have many written testimonials from parents to attest to my skill. Whether it has to do with substance abuse issues, parenting issues, an oppositional or defiant child, sibling issues, blending two families, or some other family problem, I have dealt with them all and know how to help you bring things back to balance again. Set up an appointment to begin.
By triggering our instinct for self-preservation, anxiety and panic serve a purpose, -- if we find ourselves being stalked by a lion! Although that doesn't happen in most of our lives, sometimes it can feel that way.
If you are having debilitating anxiety with or without panic attacks, if your stress is becoming overwhelming, I can help. I have spent many years helping people to deal with the lions in their lives and avoid being devoured. I will assess your lion from every angle and develop with you a plan of attack to chase it away or tame it. You can stop running and you can be in charge again. Let's talk.
Maggie works with teens and adults who are exploring their sexual identity and may identify as gender variant, gender queer, gender questioning, or transgender. She is available to advocate for her clients with parents, schools, or other institutions. She creates a safe place to explore and find their own answers and helps her clients to feel whole and accepted.
Anger itself is a legitimate feeling and a healthy emotion. What we do with our anger is the issue. If your anger becomes overwhelming, interferes with your relationships or work, or threatens to turn violent, it is then that it becomes a destructive emotion. I employ cognitive behavioral therapy, coping strategies, and work on the original source of the anger to enable clients to gain insight and begin to take control of their anger, instead of their anger controlling them. You can do this. I can show you how. Pick up the phone or send an email.
As a Certified Addictions Professional, National Certified Gambling Counselor, and Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, I am trained to treat and have years of experience treating problems with alcohol or drugs, gambling, sexual addiction, pornography addiction, internet addiction, and more. Each form of addiction is similar and different at the same time. Following an in-depth assessment, I will develop a personalized plan for moving forward and taking back your life. The journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. Take the first step.
Assisting individuals and couples with sexual issues, improving intimacy and sexual health.
Anyone who has ever suffered depression knows how destructive it is to every facet of our lives. If you have been feeling hopeless, helpless, sad, angry -- if you have been withdrawing from friends and family, or if you have been turning to substance abuse, pornography, workaholism, or other forms of excess because that is the only way you can escape the feelings, if you have been having thoughts that life is not worth living and you can't see a way out of the darkness, call me. I successfully have assisted hundreds of clients to come back into the light. Take the first step.
Grieving any loss (person, animal, job, opportunity) is a testament to the love and affection we have for another being or entity. In that sense, it is a beautiful thing. However, it IS painful and can be overwhelming. Working with a professional can help you move through the process more quickly and with less disruption to your daily living and relationships. You CAN come out the other side. Contact me to begin feeling better.
If you think you may have a problem with binge eating, or if you are constantly struggling with weight and body issues, if you've tried every diet under the sun, let's meet and take a look at it. Often, this is a symptom of some other issue -- and often, the underlying issue isn't what you think it is. I can lead you to identify what is at the root of the unwanted behavior and work with you to take your life back. The first step toward change is setting up an appointment.
If you are feeling stuck in your job and don't know how to move forward or if you are having problems in the workplace, Insight Counseling and Coaching is uniquely positioned to provide you with solutions, direction, and mentoring along the way. Our staff has nearly 30 years experience assessing and developing individuals to achieve their growth potential. We can help you achieve yours. Set up an appointment to discuss your needs and goals.
Maggie works with teens and adults who are exploring their sexual identity and may identify as gender variant, gender queer, gender questioning, or transgender. She is available to advocate for her clients with parents, schools, or other institutions. She creates a safe place to explore and find their own answers and helps her clients to feel whole and accepted.
Teens
For many of us, our teen years are a confusing and scary time. Sometimes it's a struggle just to make it to the end of first period. Our hormones do things we don't understand, our parents are unreasonable, our siblings are a pain in the neck, our teachers are stupid, and school is a bore. Many young people feel different - alone - lost. If you notice your teen is isolating, angry, depressed, anxious, or worse, the help of a professional can be the intervention that keeps normal adolescence from becoming a crisis. Common issues for this age group are:
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bullying
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anger or depression
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low self-esteem
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social isolation
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body image issues
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sexual identity issues
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alcohol or drug abuse.
Don't put it off under the mistaken notion that it will get better on its own. The sooner we begin, the better.
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Maggie is knowledgeable, empathetic, engaging and extremely competent. I went for couples therapy with my spouse after a traumatic event that occurred within our marriage. She handled our situation with grace, sensitivity and knowledge. We still see her for the occasional "check up" to keep ourselves on track. I would recommend Mary Karp in a heartbeat!
Jisselle Anderson
Hard for me to see a bad review on this woman. I haven't been seeing her long and she has already helped me begin to control my anxiety. Her recommendations are accurate and is very pleasant to be around. Therapy takes time and is a process, and I believe she is getting to the core of my problems efficiently.
Jessica Feliciano
Maggie has been such an incredible support for me and my family! She has provided applicable tools and resources to improve our marriage and overall family dynamic. She is kind, empathetic, and able to provide tangible recommendations for overall improvement. I highly recommend her services, and am so grateful that we found her.
Stepanie Sawyer
Maggie has over 25 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families through challenging times. After running a part-time private practice for 20 years, she founded Insight Counseling and Coaching in the serene Cranes Roost area of Altamonte Springs. Maggie works with her husband, Jim Bunsa, a business consultant, to ensure clients receive exceptional care.
She earned a BA in Philosophy and Religious Studies from the University of South Florida, with spirituality playing a key role in her life and work. Maggie completed her Master’s in Counseling at the University of Central Florida and has worked in Central Florida treatment programs, treating issues like sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, and addiction. She has held leadership roles such as Senior Clinician, Clinical Director, and Executive Director.
Maggie’s credentials include National Certified Counselor, Board Certified Professional Counselor, Certified Addictions Professional, National Certified Gambling Counselor II, National Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Board Certified Clinical Sexologist (Diplomate, American Board of Sexology). She’s also trained in EMDR and certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy for trauma, the only trauma treatment approved by the U.S. military for soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. Maggie is a certified supervisor for Licensed Mental Health Counselors and Registered Counselor Interns.
In her free time, she enjoys making jewelry, visiting thrift shops, reading, watching old movies, and spending time outdoors with family and friends.
Mary Margaret Karp
James Bunsa
Our business manager is James Bunsa, a longtime organization consultant and Professor of Finance in a graduate MBA program, with over 35 years experience. Jim has assisted with financial and strategic planning issues as a principal of DHJ & Associates, Inc. and has been instrumental in Insight's growth since 2013.