Therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp. We will earn a commission at no additional cost to you if you use our links to purchase.

Mark Panasiewicz

Therapist profile

Mark Panasiewicz

Michigan

Direct, practical therapy for everyday struggles

Continue with Mark

Review online therapy options and next steps on BetterHelp.

  • Clear action steps
  • Respectful and direct
  • Focus on relationships

About Mark

Mark Panasiewicz is a licensed social worker (LMSW) with ten years of clinical experience. He often connects with men seeking help for stress, anxiety, relationship strain, and life changes. His manner is direct and straightforward, and he focuses on practical steps that can make day-to-day life feel more manageable.

Mark uses a mix of talk-based approaches to tailor sessions to each person. He blends cognitive behavioral ideas with motivational interviewing and other methods to match what someone needs. Sessions tend to focus on clear skills, problem solving, and planning next steps rather than long abstract discussion.

He has worked with people who have experienced trauma, emotional or physical abuse, and substance use concerns. That background informs how he approaches safety, trust, and rebuilding routines after difficult experiences. He also brings experience helping those facing grief, burnout, and compassion fatigue.

Mark spent time in the United States Air Force and has experience supporting veterans and others with service-related concerns. He also helps people with attention differences, mood concerns such as depression and bipolar features, and intimacy-related struggles.

People who choose him can expect a respectful, straightforward partnership. He will work to identify practical changes and communication skills that fit each person’s life. To begin, readers should confirm session options and scheduling details before booking.

Therapeutic approaches for online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and committing to small actions that move a person toward those values. It helps when someone feels stuck or pulled in different directions and wants concrete steps to live in line with what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s perspective and emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration to build trust and clarify goals.

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 process may include trying techniques from different approaches and adjusting what’s used based on progress and feedback.

The original profile does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm available formats before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time, enabling shorter check-ins on a work break, or allowing sessions when schedules are tight. Online work can also make it easier to practice skills in real life between meetings and to keep continuity during moves or travel. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and client-centered techniques to work effectively through remote sessions when the format is agreed on in advance.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Michigan

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting strain, and related concerns listed in his profile.

What is his therapy style like?

His style is direct and to the point. Sessions emphasize practical tools, goal setting, and clear communication rather than long abstract discussion.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has ten years of experience working with clients across a range of concerns, including substance use, trauma, and domestic violence.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and is located in Michigan.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English, and he also accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before scheduling.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Mark PanasiewiczContinue with Mark