Mark Smith
Compassionate help for anxiety and loss
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About
Mark Smith is a Washington-based mental health professional who followed an inner calling to counseling after years of managing businesses. He holds a Master of Science in clinical psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in business administration, and before becoming a therapist he managed companies for many years. He is licensed in Washington as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - WA LMHC (license LH61149661) and is also a National Certified Counselor.
With seven years of clinical experience, he is experienced in addressing a wide range of concerns and specializes in anxiety and mood-related conditions, grief and loss, and unresolved trauma. He also works with clients facing relationship and family conflicts, parenting issues, career-related stressors, anger management, self-esteem struggles, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.
His counseling style is client-centered and respects each person’s unique needs. Depending on what is most helpful, he may teach practical coping skills to reduce immediate symptoms, use insight-oriented work to explore how life experiences shape behavior, and support the development of new habits that help people shift from suffering to pursuing what they find meaningful.
He is motivated by people’s capacity for growth and an inner drive for well-being. Although a person may not feel resilient right now, reaching out for help is a demonstration of courage and strength. Mark is personable by nature, engages openly and respectfully, and aims to walk alongside clients on their journey. He looks forward to meeting and talking with those seeking support.
- Location:
- Washington, United States
- Years Experience:
- 7
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Depression, Grief, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Anger, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Coaching, Codependency, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Family, Fatherhood issues, Gambling, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Personality disorders, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Relationship, Relationship, Social anxiety and phobia, Trauma and abuse, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: WA LMHC LH61149661
- NPI Number: 1093282675
- License: LMHC (Washington) #LH61149661 exp 2025-12-28
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether remote counseling can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been found to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for most situations.
A major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that fits their needs and schedule, whether by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability often makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and maintain consistency over time.
Licensed professionals provide care through these formats, and if a different therapeutic match is desired it is possible to switch providers. For many people facing everyday mental health concerns, online therapy offers a practical and effective route to receive support without abandoning the quality of treatment they need.
How much experience does Mark Smith have?
Mark Smith has 7 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Mark Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes. Mark Smith is licensed in Washington as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (WA LMHC), license LH61149661.
In which languages does Mark Smith provide therapy?
Mark Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Mark Smith located?
Mark Smith is located in Washington.
How can I work with Mark Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Mark Smith by phone, via video sessions, through live chat, or by messaging.
How much does therapy with Mark Smith 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, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is simple: 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.