ABOUT
Learn about Dr. Sawires
Hello & welcome! I’m Dr. Margo Sawires, PsyD. If you’re seeking elevated, highly specialized, custom-tailored, evidence-based, & completely confidential psychological services—you’ve come to the right place. With over a decade of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist & a rich background working with diverse populations & settings, I bring a modern, approachable, yet deeply insightful perspective to my work. I provide exceptional, discreet, & personalized care to every patient I have the privilege to treat.
SPECIALIZATIONS/EXPERIENCEÂ
Over a Decade of Licensure
I bring extensive clinical experience spanning nearly every type of therapeutic setting. This diverse background has given me the privilege of working with individuals, couples & families from a wide variety of cultural & personal experiences. After completing my doctoral studies, I pursued an additional, rigorous two-year program at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Institute, where I earned a specialization in Adult Psychodynamic & Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. This advanced training has profoundly shaped my clinical approach, allowing me to dive deeper into the underlying “why” behind symptoms & address core issues, rather than just surface-level concerns. Unlike the abbreviated, short-term & manualized treatment protocols often promoted by managed healthcare systems, my work is rooted in uncovering the root causes of distress. By addressing these foundational issues, I aim to help my patients achieve meaningful & lasting inner change. I am committed to providing therapy that prioritizes depth, understanding & transformation over quick fixes.
Specilization in Adult Pyschodynamic & Pyschoanalytic Psychotherapy
WHY I DO THISÂ
My fascination with the mind began in High School...
I was introduced to psychological concepts that completely mesmerized me. More importantly, they revealed a framework of thinking that resonated deeply with how my own mind naturally operated—curious about the world, questioning why things are the
way they are, & exploring why we respond uniquely to life’s challenges. The more I learned, the more I wanted to know.
On a personal level, diving into psychological theory & research gave me solace & a deeper understanding of myself, my early experiences, & how they shaped my perception of the world. On the first day of my undergraduate studies, I took a bold step & booked my first therapy session at my university’s counseling center. The psychologist I worked with was masterful, offering insights & support that were invaluable to my personal growth. To this day, I think back to her—& our time together fondly.
This profound experience, combined with my own innate affinity for psychology, quickly made it clear that this path was the only one for me—a career with purpose. I’ve always been keenly aware of the brevity & finality of life, & I knew I wanted to do something that brought deeper satisfaction: giving back, making an impact, helping others, & striving to leave the world a little better than I found it. In many ways, I don’t think I chose this profession—it feels more like the profession chose me. I’m grateful it did. I feel privileged to do this work & genuinely cherish the unique therapeutic relationships I build along the way.
Bound by Integrity, Licensed Across States to Serve You
States with Current Licensure
CA: PSY 26208
District of Columbia: PSY 200001659
NY: PSY 026967