Mark Licitra , LCSW, LICSW

Mark Licitra approaches therapy with a steady, compassionate presence, holding the view that while life can be difficult, people do not have to face their struggles alone. He centers his work on the strengths each person brings, collaborating with clients to translate those strengths into practical steps toward meaningful goals. Mark treats each person as an individual and tailors his work accordingly.

With 16 years of clinical experience, Mark uses an eclectic, solution-focused method delivered in a calm, conversational style. He draws from a range of evidence-based tools, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Behavioral Activation, selecting interventions that fit the needs of the moment and the long-term objectives of the client.

Mark works with people facing depression, anxiety, mood disturbances, addictions, grief, relationship and career concerns, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and related challenges. He also has a strong interest in spiritual issues and is comfortable supporting people of faith or those wrestling with faith-related questions.

He earned a Bachelor of Social Work in 2004 from Oral Roberts University and a Master of Social Work in 2009 from Temple University. Mark holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW, which indicate he is a licensed clinical social work professional. Based in Hawaii, he balances his professional life with family and personal interests as a parent of four daughters, lifelong musician, bread baker, gardener, forest enthusiast, and baseball fan who enjoys biking and culinary experiments.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Mark integrates several practical approaches to help people make changes that matter. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward a meaningful life - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance has become a pattern. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches skills to shift those patterns, making it well suited for depression, anxiety, and mood-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client in discovering their own solutions and strengths.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mark works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their goals, values, and preferences, and adapts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to individual needs rather than relying on a single technique.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. Mark provides sessions by video call, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to connect in the format that best fits their life. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and integrate therapeutic work into daily routines, while working with a licensed professional who can guide treatment and offer tools that translate into real-world change.