Mark Sherling , LPC

Mark Sherling is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia who brings 13 years of clinical experience to his therapeutic work. He approaches care with the belief that life can be complicated and overwhelming, yet people have the ability to move toward greater well-being. He emphasizes empowerment, helping individuals build on their existing strengths to thrive within their current circumstances.

With a long history of working closely with people in crisis, he has seen how misconceptions about therapy can keep individuals stuck in unhealthy situations. He values providing a supportive space where clients can explore challenges honestly and consider different paths forward. He enjoys working with a diverse population and focuses on helping clients recognize resources they already possess while taking steps toward positive change.

His therapeutic style is rooted in person-centered principles with a clear focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Person-centered work centers on understanding each person s perspective and fostering a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. CBT emphasizes identifying and reshaping unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to improve mood and functioning. Together these approaches guide his work in a practical, supportive environment.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care

Mark Sherling draws primarily from person-centered therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support clients in an online format. Person-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic relationship that helps individuals explore their feelings and values; this approach is useful for those seeking to build self-awareness, improve relationships, or work through life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented method that helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more adaptive patterns; CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with change.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. He works together with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and challenges, then adapts methods to fit each person s needs. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions so techniques are relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with licensed professionals provides flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access care from different locations. The format supports consistent work on goals and makes it possible to move forward even when in-person visits are not feasible.