- Direct conversational style
- Problem-focused work
- Ten years experience
About Mark
Mark Panasiewicz is a licensed clinical social worker (LMSW) with ten years of practice. He focuses on practical, direct therapy and aims to help people make clear changes in their lives. Many people come to him for help with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and substance use issues.
He keeps sessions straightforward and respectful. Conversations are tailored to each person's goals and situation. He uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and combines them with motivational-style conversation to help people notice patterns and try new behaviors.
Mark has worked with people who have experienced trauma, emotional or physical abuse, and challenges related to power and control. He also has experience supporting those facing grief, addiction, sleep problems, caregiver strain, and career or life transitions. He has worked with veterans and people managing co-occurring difficulties.
Sessions tend to focus on concrete steps you can take between meetings. That might include practicing new communication habits, testing different coping strategies, or setting small goals to change daily routines. The overall aim is to reduce overwhelming moments and build more steady functioning.
He welcomes discussion about specific concerns such as ADHD, bipolar mood challenges, body image, codependency, and blended family stress. People who want a direct, results-oriented approach often find his style a good fit. To begin, a short intake helps shape a plan that matches each person's needs and timing.
How these approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that line up with their values; it is useful for anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and testing new ways of thinking and acting; it often helps with anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes open listening and collaboration, giving people space to set the pace and topics of their work.Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people try interventions and homework in the settings where they live and work, then bring observations back to sessions for review.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Mark commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, and related concerns such as ADHD and career transitions.
What is Mark's therapeutic approach like?
His style is direct and to the point. He blends cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered conversation and acceptance-based ideas to help people try practical changes.
How much experience does he bring?
He has ten years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns, including substance use disorder, domestic violence-related issues, and trauma.
What credentials and location are listed?
He practices as an LMSW and provides services from Michigan.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing or cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.