- 20 years experience
- Strengths based
- English sessions
About Mark
Mark O'Laughlin is a licensed professional counselor with 20 years of experience. He works with people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, and major life changes. He also supports those facing relationship struggles, addiction concerns, sleep problems, and challenges with focus and self-esteem.
Mark speaks plainly in sessions and looks for strengths to build on. He uses clear skills training alongside talk therapy so clients leave with concrete tools. He treats anger, intimacy struggles, communication problems, and codependency in straightforward ways that aim to reduce day-to-day strain.
His approach draws from cognitive behavioral tools, client-centered listening, and mindfulness ideas. He also brings elements of Jungian therapy and dialectical skills when they fit a person's needs. He discusses options with each client and chooses methods that match their goals rather than assuming one path.
Mark has experience leading group work for people addressing substance use and addictions, and he applies that experience when helping individuals work through patterns that keep returning. He describes therapy as a collaborative process where practical strategies and personal meaning both matter.
Outside of the office he composes and plays music and spends time doing outdoor recreation. He practices from Colorado and offers services in English. If sleep or rest are a concern, he includes those issues alongside other mental health goals.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to you so you feel understood and can clarify goals. It is useful when people need a supportive space to talk through stress, grief, or relationship doubts.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches concrete strategies to change them. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Short skills training can help when anger, impulsivity, or relationship conflict are a core concern.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, and then recommend strategies to try. That process is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and avoiding travel time. Online work can make it easier to maintain regular check-ins and to practice skills between meetings. Session formats are not listed here, so confirm available options before booking to ensure they fit your schedule and daily routine.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mark commonly help with?
He helps people with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and communication problems, addictions, anger, sleep and rest issues, parenting strains, and attention or mood concerns such as ADHD and bipolar challenges.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Sessions tend to be pragmatic and collaborative, combining client-centered listening with skills training and cognitive behavioral techniques to build coping tools.
What background and experience informs his work?
Mark brings two decades of clinical experience, including group work with people addressing substance use, and a history of working across a broad age range.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds an LPC credential and practices in Colorado.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the therapist's country work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.