- Motivational interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Relapse prevention skills
About Mark
Mark Olexa is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan with 38 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, mood disorders, and related concerns including guilt and shame. Mark helps people who are coping with life changes, anger, low self-esteem, and ADHD.
He uses straightforward talk therapy and motivational interviewing to help people clarify choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of his approach when thoughts and behaviors need reshaping. He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills where emotional regulation or intense emotions are present.
Typical sessions include decision-making help, goal setting, and relapse prevention planning for those with substance use concerns. Homework exercises are sometimes suggested to practice skills between meetings. When issues fall outside his scope, such as complex legal or medical matters, he refers to other professionals.
Mark describes therapy in practical terms - talking through feelings, making concrete plans, and learning skills to manage moods and urges. He supports people working through life purpose questions and midlife adjustments. He also addresses workplace stress and caregiver strain.
Sessions emphasize actionable steps rather than abstract theory. People can expect a focus on what they want to change and clear options to try. His background combines long clinical experience with approaches that encourage skill-building and clearer decisions.
How therapeutic approaches are used in remote sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping people decide what matters to them. The therapist follows the client's pace, reflects concerns, and helps shape goals based on what the person says.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and to build different behaviors for anxiety, depression, or guilt-related patterns.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) supplies specific skills for managing intense emotions and improving distress tolerance. It can be useful when mood swings, anger, or overwhelming shame are getting in the way of daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.
The original biography does not list exact online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people participate without travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals often adapt CBT and DBT exercises to work well across remote appointments.
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Experience
38+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, addictions, ADHD, anger, low self-esteem, and related topics such as guilt and shame.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses practical talk therapy alongside CBT and motivational interviewing to help clients name feelings, weigh choices, and try specific skills to reduce their impact.
How much experience does he have?
He has 38 years of clinical experience working with mood disorders, addictions, and life adjustment concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker based in Michigan.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.