- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma processing
- Boundary building
About Mark
Mark Odell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 14 years of clinical experience. He is a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer who offers individual counseling to adults and teens. He focuses on helping people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and the practical stresses of daily life.
Mark listens for the problems that show up again and again. He helps people name feelings like isolation, fear of abandonment, guilt, and shame. In sessions he works on clearer communication, healthier boundaries, and better coping skills. He also supports those dealing with addictions, career strain, and grief.
His work draws from several therapeutic approaches. He uses client-centered methods to follow each person’s pace and priorities. He applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns. He also offers Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as a tool for processing traumatic memories.
Mark aims for straightforward, goal-focused work. He helps set realistic next steps and checks progress along the way. Sessions combine talking, practical exercises, and problem-solving to make changes that matter day to day.
People reach out for help with relationship issues, family of origin concerns, eating and food-related struggles, and first responder stress. He balances compassionate listening with concrete strategies to reduce symptoms and improve functioning.
To start, prospective clients in Florida complete an intake pathway that matches needs and schedules. Mark works collaboratively to form a plan that fits each person’s goals and life circumstances.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on following the client's lead and building a trusting, respectful relationship. It helps when someone needs a calm space to talk things through and decide what matters most to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical steps to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress because it gives clear tools to try between sessions.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a method used to process distressing memories so they feel less intense. It can be helpful for people who find traumatic memories shape their day-to-day reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, past experiences, and preferences. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Because the biography does not specify session formats, confirm available options before booking to learn whether remote sessions are offered. Online therapy can make scheduling easier, shorten commute time, and allow shorter check-ins or sessions that better fit a work break. It can also let people connect with a licensed professional while keeping their treatment consistent if their routine changes.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addictions, relationship struggles, career stress, and related concerns such as codependency and communication problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a straightforward, collaborative approach that mixes listening with practical exercises. Sessions focus on setting clear goals and trying real-world strategies between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of clinical experience and a background as a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer, which informs his work with structure and real-life stressors.
What credentials and region are listed?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported and what about international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking to know whether sessions are in-person or remote.
How are fees and payment 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?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.