About Mark
Mark Licitra helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, anger, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, career questions, and bipolar mood concerns. He writes in a calm, conversational style and aims to walk alongside each person as they work toward clearer goals. Mark uses plain language and practical steps so conversations feel manageable and direct.
He brings 16 years of counseling experience across different settings. His approach is collaborative and solution-focused, mixing methods to fit each person rather than relying on a single technique.
How Mark works
Sessions tend to be warm and conversational, with attention to what matters most to the individual. Mark uses tools from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and behavioral activation. He will help people notice patterns of thought and behavior, try new skills, and set small reachable goals.
Mindfulness and values-based work are also part of his toolbox when they fit the situation. He trained in social work, earning a Bachelor of Social Work in 2004 and a Master of Social Work in 2009. He holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential in Hawaii listed as HI LCSW and also has LICSW credentials for Washington listed as WA LICSW.
His background includes interest in spiritual and faith-related issues when those topics matter to a person. Outside of work he is a parent, musician, baker, gardener, and cyclist. Those everyday interests shape an easygoing presence in sessions and a focus on practical steps people can try between meetings.
Mark lists 7 ways of working on the entry:
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.
Also listed
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Relationship issues
Training and background
| Registers | LCSW, LICSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 16 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Hawaii |
Memberships and registers are shown as supplied; they are not licences, and this directory does not verify them.
Online support options
Online approaches that meet you where you are
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck and then take actions that match their values. It is useful when someone wants to build a meaningful life despite ongoing stress or difficult moods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and replacing them with more helpful alternatives. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and practical mood management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic conversation where the therapist follows the person's lead and supports their own problem solving.Choosing the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they will try methods that fit and adjust the plan as needed so the work stays relevant and useful.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy fit into busy lives. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation when a deeper back-and-forth is needed. Phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging can be good for shorter check-ins, coaching-style support, or staying connected between longer sessions. These options aim to make scheduling more flexible and to help people keep consistent momentum toward their goals.
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