MEAGAN FERGEN, LCSW

Meagan is a licensed clinical social worker who is passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges to embody stronger confidence, self-worth, and quality of life.

Meagan received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of South Florida in 2012. She began her career working in case management for child welfare and then an intensive outpatient program for adolescents with severe and persistent mental health issues. Meagan returned to the University of South Florida to obtain her Masters of Social Work degree in 2019. Meagan completed two years of post-graduate work with a program specialized in helping parents reunite with their children following foster care placements. In this setting, Meagan practiced family and individual counseling with survivors of childhood trauma, sexual/physical abuse, domestic violence, self-harm, and substance abuse.

Meagan has worked in a variety of settings to include partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, child welfare, and community mental health. Meagan specializes in treating adolescent and adult survivors of trauma and has experience working with a wide range of diagnoses including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, self-harm, attachment/relationship concerns, and behavioral issues. Meagan incorporates elements from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Meagan does not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Instead, she values meeting each client where they are in their individual journey, and working alongside them to support, challenge, and guide them towards their goals. Meagan strives to establish a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, validated, and empowered.

Meagan lives in Tampa with her husband, two young boys, and golden retriever. In her free time, Meagan enjoys spending time with her family, reading, swimming, and being outdoors.