Mark Machak
Active, integrative support for meaningful change
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About
Mark Machak, LPC, is a Wisconsin-based therapist who works with adults facing perfectionism, anxiety, emotional disconnection, and dissatisfaction in relationships, as well as chronic self-pressure, burnout, and difficulty enjoying life.
He is often a strong match for people who feel ready to make meaningful changes, even when those changes are challenging. Mark takes an active role in sessions, offering practical tools, skills, and direct feedback to support each client’s goals and help create momentum between sessions.
His work is integrative, drawing from psychodynamic perspectives along with attachment and developmental frameworks to better understand long-standing patterns and present-day stressors. Mark collaborates with clients to clarify needs, define goals, and navigate a range of life obstacles, with particular focus on trauma, relationships, and career decision-making. He also brings insight informed by both clinical and research settings.
For those dealing with repeated relationship struggles, procrastination, chronic burnout, or difficult emotions, Mark offers a structured, goal-oriented space to explore what is getting in the way and practice new approaches to living with more balance and intention.
He is often a strong match for people who feel ready to make meaningful changes, even when those changes are challenging. Mark takes an active role in sessions, offering practical tools, skills, and direct feedback to support each client’s goals and help create momentum between sessions.
His work is integrative, drawing from psychodynamic perspectives along with attachment and developmental frameworks to better understand long-standing patterns and present-day stressors. Mark collaborates with clients to clarify needs, define goals, and navigate a range of life obstacles, with particular focus on trauma, relationships, and career decision-making. He also brings insight informed by both clinical and research settings.
For those dealing with repeated relationship struggles, procrastination, chronic burnout, or difficult emotions, Mark offers a structured, goal-oriented space to explore what is getting in the way and practice new approaches to living with more balance and intention.
- Location:
- Wisconsin, United States
- Years Experience:
- 5
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Career difficulties
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: WI LPC 10668 - 125
- NPI Number: 1063187383
- License: LPC (Wisconsin)
Integrative Insight and Practical Tools in Online Therapy
Mark Machak, LPC, uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques with an integrative style that draws from psychodynamic work, attachment-based therapy, and developmental perspectives. Psychodynamic work helps connect present-day stress, anxiety, burnout, or relationship dissatisfaction to recurring patterns and emotional themes, making it easier to understand what keeps getting repeated. Attachment-based therapy focuses on how people relate, connect, and protect themselves in close relationships, which can be especially helpful for repeated relationship issues, emotional disconnection, and fear of abandonment. A developmental lens looks at how earlier experiences and life transitions shape coping and self-esteem, supporting clearer goals and more intentional choices in areas like work and life direction.Because no single approach fits everyone, Mark treats finding the right method as part of the process. Therapy is collaborative and active, with space to clarify what matters most, identify what is getting in the way, and choose strategies that match the client’s needs, goals, and preferences.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Clients can meet by video calls or phone sessions, or use live chat and text-based messaging for ongoing support and reflection between sessions. This range of options can make it easier to stay consistent and get help in a format that fits real life.
How much experience does Mark Machak have?
Mark Machak has 5 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Mark Machak a licensed therapist?
Yes. Mark Machak is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). His license is WI LPC 10668 - 125.
In which languages does Mark Machak provide therapy?
Mark Machak provides therapy in English.
Where is Mark Machak located?
Mark Machak is located in Wisconsin.
How can I work with Mark Machak as my therapist?
You can work with Mark Machak through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and choose a format that feels most comfortable.
Does Mark Machak work with international clients?
No. Mark Machak does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mark Machak cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.