My work is grounded in materialist and quantum science. I use these perspectives along with Western psychology, wisdom traditions, philosophy, and sociology in my work.
My work is also informed by my life experiences and clinical experiences. It is ever-evolving.
What this means: My feet are on the earth and I’m deeply living in the realities of our world. I’ve had and hope to continuing having transformative experiences in my life that made significant differences in how I work and live. And these experiences have opened me to questions and seeking knowledge around non-local consciousness, mortality, meaning of life, trauma recovery, physical limitations and pain. I’m a clinical psychologist licensed in the state of California (PSY 24493). I've worked in medical settings, hospice, and private practice.
My background in Western psychology includes neuroscience-based, psychoanalytic, transpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, somatic, and mindfulness-based psychotherapies. I’ve practiced meditation from a variety of traditions for over three decades and I continue to practice. I integrate many perspectives in my approach to consultation and psychotherapy because it’s my nature to do so; I’ve also found that most every person is just as multi-faceted – or has needs for different ‘tools’ or approaches in different moments. My Master’s degree in philosophy has always been a strong foundation to hold our very human strengths and vulnerabilities.
The formal bio:
Dr. Margaret M. Clausen is a psychologist and consultant in Berkeley working with individual adults, clinicians, and organizations. She offers integrative, depth psychotherapy specializing in life transitions, grief and loss, including traumatic loss, existential-spiritual concerns, and the integration of transformative experiences. She has studied and practices various non-pharmacological methods to naturally expand consciousness, and assists those who are interested to do the same. Dr. Clausen teaches and consults on a variety of clinical topics such as medical and complex trauma, spiritual competency, psychophysiology, and global consciousness. She has published articles on clinician-survivors of patient suicide and white clinician’s racial identity development. Dr. Clausen is a member of the Institute of Noetic Sciences and the Scientific and Medical Network.
