- Years in practice
- 20
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Colorado
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Relationship issues
About Mark
Mark O'Laughlin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Colorado with 20 years of experience. He works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, or the strain of parenting. He also supports those facing relationship troubles, addiction issues, sleep problems, and career transitions.
Mark meets clients where they are and looks for existing strengths to build on. He uses straightforward conversations and practical tools rather than jargon.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on what is useful right now and on concrete steps that can help at home and work. His approach draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thinking and on mindfulness to help calm intense emotions. He also integrates client-centered ideas to keep the work focused on each person's goals and values.
Jungian perspectives inform how he looks at deeper patterns that may affect behavior over time. Mark has experience leading groups for people dealing with substance issues and has spent many years helping people manage life changes and compassion fatigue. Parents often find the focus on clear communication and coping strategies useful when stress affects family routines.
Outside of therapy he composes music and spends time outdoors. He aims to create an environment where practical skill-building and honest conversation can lead to steady progress.
What Mark works with
Everything Mark lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Mark helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Codependency
- Communication problems
Approaches Mark lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Gottman Method
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's goals and perspective and is about listening, reflecting, and shaping sessions around what matters most. It helps when someone needs a space to make sense of feelings and decide on next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress because it gives clear tools to practice between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotion and improving communication and distress tolerance, which can help with anger, self-regulation, and relationship difficulties.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match goals, preferences, and day-to-day demands. That may mean trying a skill-focused plan for a while, then adding deeper exploration if needed. The plan can be adjusted as goals change.
Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face discussion and demonstrations of skills. Phone sessions are helpful when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging work for shorter check-ins, quick skill reminders, or when writing helps clarify thoughts. These options give flexibility for scheduling and different ways to practice skills between meetings.
Questions people ask about Mark
What concerns does Mark commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, sleep problems, career changes, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and trauma or abuse.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is direct and client-centered, combining practical skill-building with mindfulness and exploratory work to fit each person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
Mark has two decades of clinical experience, including individual counseling and group work with people managing substance concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing from Colorado.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.
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