Therapist profile
Mark Butkus, LISW-CP, LCSW
South Carolina
LISW-CP LCSW - Stress and Anger support
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- CredentialsLISW-CP, LCSW
- LicenseLISW-CP, South Carolina / 7159; LCSW, Maine / LC21796
- NPI1861570293
- Experience18 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationSouth Carolina
About
- CBT methods
- Emotion-focused work
- Mindfulness practice
About Mark
Mark Butkus is a licensed clinical social worker in South Carolina and Maine with 18 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger. He also supports those dealing with depression, addictions, sleep problems, and work or career strain.
Mark uses straightforward conversation to sort out what matters most in a person's life. He pays attention to feelings and patterns, then works with clients to try different ways of responding. Sessions focus on practical ideas people can use between meetings, not on labels or quick fixes.
His work draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the person's perspective. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to notice and shift unhelpful thinking. Emotionally-Focused Therapy tools are used when emotional connection and relationship patterns are central concerns.
Mark has spent nearly two decades helping people in community and clinical settings, including support related to first responder issues and veteran and armed forces concerns. That background informs how he approaches stress, anger, and trauma in direct, usable ways.
He offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. The usual next step is to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's perspective and priorities. It involves open listening and reflecting back what a person says so they can clarify their own goals and concerns. This can help when anger or grief feel overwhelming and someone wants straightforward support.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It uses short exercises and practical techniques to notice unhelpful thinking and try different responses. That approach is useful for stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and managing temper reactions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before, then decide together which methods to try. This is a collaborative process that adapts as needs change.
The source biography does not list session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example a shorter check-in can fit during a work break, and audio-only meetings can reduce bandwidth needs when video is difficult. Ask about the specific session types offered when you schedule so you know what will work best for your situation.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, Maine
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Which problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, depression, addictions, sleep issues, self-esteem, and related concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are client-centered and practical, focusing on feelings, patterns, and steps people can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 18 years of experience working in community and clinical settings, including work with first responders and veterans.
What credentials and region are listed?
He holds LISW-CP and LCSW credentials and is licensed in South Carolina and Maine.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.