About Mark

My name is Mark (he, him), and I work with adults in the working world who:

  • Struggle to cope with stress related to their work or career;

  • Want to have better boundaries with work; &

  • Are open to exploring how this relates to other parts of life.

Using my background in career development & Human Resources paired with my strengths-based, trauma-informed and solutions-focused approach to helping my clients, I partner with you to develop a map that helps you feel better about where you're going and how you'll get there.

I utilize CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization &
Reprocessing), Person-Centered and Ketamine-Assisted therapies. I work with clients residing in California - both in Oakland, CA, and virtually.

I live in the Bay Area with my husband and 2 rambunctious terrier mixes.

How to work with me:

  • Send me a message so that we can set up time to discuss what's on your mind in a no-pressure (no cost) intake session.

  • If it seems like a good fit, we work together to leverage your unique strengths to make progress towards your goals.

  • On average, I work with clients for about six months (12 to 18 sessions). I believe the trusting relationship we develop is the #1 contributor* to you achieving your goals.

    *research substantiates this

Experience & Education

Since 2021 I have worked at a community mental health clinic in Oakland, CA, helping clients learn how to strengthen their resilience through community with the goal of stabilizing their mental health. I have experience working with individuals, families and groups, both virtually and in-person.

In 2009 I obtained my Master of Science in Counseling degree from the University of Phoenix, and in 2020 I completed additional graduate coursework in trauma counseling at California State University - Fullerton.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #19188) trained in:

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy

  • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

  • Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)

  • Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

  • Executive and Career coaching

Check out my Psychology Today profile here.

My therapy services