- Depression and anxiety
- Practical coping skills
- Collaborative planning
About Mark
Mark Shokair is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California who helps people facing depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship strain. He meets individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. Mark writes plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use right away.
He spent many years in mental health roles before working in private practice over the last seven years as an LMFT. His work has included a wide range of concerns such as panic attacks, grief, addiction, trauma, and parenting strain. He also supports people with career questions, self-esteem struggles, and issues connected to adoption and family of origin.
In sessions he adapts his approach to what a person needs. Some clients want to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, while others want relief from intense emotions. He uses methods that include client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral ideas, mindfulness, existential questions, and hypnotherapy depending on the situation.
Sessions focus on clear, achievable goals. Conversations aim to identify patterns that keep problems going and try new ways of coping. Mark encourages skills practice between meetings so progress can carry into daily life.
People who reach out can expect a direct but empathetic style. He explains options, discusses what might help, and works with each person to create a plan that fits their life.
He spent many years in mental health roles before working in private practice over the last seven years as an LMFT. His work has included a wide range of concerns such as panic attacks, grief, addiction, trauma, and parenting strain. He also supports people with career questions, self-esteem struggles, and issues connected to adoption and family of origin.
In sessions he adapts his approach to what a person needs. Some clients want to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, while others want relief from intense emotions. He uses methods that include client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral ideas, mindfulness, existential questions, and hypnotherapy depending on the situation.
Sessions focus on clear, achievable goals. Conversations aim to identify patterns that keep problems going and try new ways of coping. Mark encourages skills practice between meetings so progress can carry into daily life.
People who reach out can expect a direct but empathetic style. He explains options, discusses what might help, and works with each person to create a plan that fits their life.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.