- Practical coping skills
- Goal focused sessions
- Respectful supportive care
About Mark
Mark Forbes is a licensed social worker in South Carolina who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger. He supports individuals facing relationship strain, parenting challenges, career stress, and the aftermath of trauma and abuse. Mark lists men's wellbeing among his areas of focus and aims to create a respectful and compassionate space for men looking for support.
He uses clear, practical conversation to tailor each plan to a person's needs. Sessions tend to focus on small, actionable steps that build coping skills and improve day-to-day functioning. He draws on approaches that encourage problem solving and steady progress rather than long, theoretical discussion.
Mark brings nine years of professional experience to his work and holds the LISW-CP credential, which is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Clinical Practice endorsement. That background informs how he helps people navigate complicated emotions and life changes.
People can expect straightforward talk, goal-oriented work, and a focus on what can change now. He emphasizes collaboration and respects each person’s pace while helping them try new ways of handling stress and relationships.
For anyone considering therapy, Mark asks that they approach the process with curiosity about what might help. He supports practical change, whether the issue is coping with loss, managing mood swings, addressing attachment concerns, or dealing with the pressures of fatherhood and family dynamics.
How these approaches guide online work
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and changing behaviors that keep problems going. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress by practicing new ways of thinking and acting.Motivational Interviewing is a conversational approach that helps people clarify their own reasons for change. It can be useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about making a change in work, relationships, or health habits.
Solution-Focused Therapy centers on goals and the steps that move someone toward them. Sessions look for existing strengths and times when things are already going better, and then build on those moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made, so the plan can shift when needed.
Confirm the current session options before scheduling, since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue work during job changes, relocation, or other life transitions without pausing care.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mark help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship issues, parenting and many related concerns such as attachment issues, abandonment, and caregiver stress.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, goal-focused conversation and tailors plans to each person. Sessions emphasize small steps and skills that can be practiced between meetings.
What experience does he have?
Mark has nine years of professional practice experience working with people facing emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LISW-CP credential and is licensed in South Carolina.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.