About Mark
Mark Gofstein is a licensed mental health counselor in Massachusetts with 37 years of clinical experience. He focuses on practical help for everyday challenges like stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem struggles, and career questions. He approaches each person as the expert on their own life and works alongside them to build on existing strengths.
Mark emphasizes straightforward, respectful conversations. Sessions are aimed at identifying small, useful changes that make daily life easier.
How Mark works
He encourages steps that feel manageable and relevant to each person's goals. In practice he listens closely and follows what the client brings to the room. This client-centered way means the pace and focus reflect the client’s priorities, whether that is reducing anxiety, improving communication, or finding clearer direction at work.
Mark also addresses related issues such as control problems, guilt and shame, forgiveness, impulsivity, and social anxiety. He helps people consider how these patterns affect relationships and daily functioning and works with them to try different responses. Sessions blend practical problem solving with support and encouragement.
The aim is to leave people feeling more capable of handling stress and life changes. Mark helps clients set realistic goals and track progress in ways that fit their lives.
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What Mark works with
The areas below are the ones Mark selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
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Training and background
| Register | LMHC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 37 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Massachusetts |
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Online support options
Client-Centered Care Online
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities. The therapist offers empathy and reflective listening so people can explore what matters to them and find their own solutions. This approach helps with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and figuring out decisions about work or parenting.The aim is to collaborate on what will work best. The therapist and client decide together which goals to pursue and which strategies to try. If a particular way of working does not fit, they adjust the approach to match the client's needs and preferences so progress can feel steady and relevant.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be helpful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging make it possible to send brief updates, practice skills between sessions, or fit support into a busy day. These options provide flexibility so people can choose what best fits their schedule and communication style.
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