Therapist profile
Mark Butkus, LISW-CP, LCSW
LISW-CP, LCSW - Stress and family-related concerns
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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Mark
Mark Butkus is a licensed independent social worker in South Carolina and Maine with 18 years of clinical experience. He holds the Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice credential, LISW-CP, and the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and a wide range of life challenges including parenting concerns and relationship strain.
He draws on client-centered methods to create a straightforward, respectful space for conversation. That means sessions focus on the person's concerns and what matters most to them. He also uses cognitive behavioral ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.
Mark often works with people affected by trauma, addiction, sleep disruption, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He has additional experience with issues common to first responders and veterans and members of the armed forces. Sessions include practical skills as well as time to talk through feelings about change and loss.
Expect a calm, direct approach that balances problem-solving with attention to feelings. He will listen, reflect what he hears, and offer tools you can use between meetings. The work moves at a steady pace suited to the person's goals.
To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session. The subscription model used for billing can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location.
How sessions work
Using client-centered and CBT ideas in remote sessions
Mark combines client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy in ways that translate to remote appointments. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the person says so priorities and goals become clear. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors and offers concrete techniques people can try between sessions to reduce anxiety or change habits.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and together decide which methods to emphasize. That collaborative decision can change as progress is made or new issues come up.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online appointments can make ongoing work easier to fit into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to teach breathing and grounding, review homework, and practice new communication skills in real time.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, Maine
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he address related to home life?
He works with stress, parenting concerns, relationship and family topics, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a client-centered approach with practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to address thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 18 years of experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, addiction, and grief.
Which credentials and state licensure does he hold?
He holds LISW-CP and LCSW credentials and is licensed in South Carolina and Maine as an independent therapist.
Can someone who lives outside the US work with him?
International clients are accepted and sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.