Mark Branson is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in treating trauma and PTSD, substance use, addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and mood disorders, among other issues. His approach to counseling is person-centered, solution-focused, and strength-based, and he actively utilizes his training in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to facilitate growth and self-acceptance.
Mark believes that an ideal therapeutic relationship should establish safety and provide a calm and open-minded environment to develop coping and self-care skills, as well as assist in finding greater meaning and purpose. In his work, he strives to listen with compassion and understanding to empower individuals to create lasting change in their lives.
Mark’s journey in human services began in 1994, and he’s worked in community mental health settings since 2010. He considers it a privilege to help individuals heal and reach personal milestones.
