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Mark Butkus

Practical, collaborative therapy with clinical depth

LISW-CP, LCSW South Carolina

Experience
18 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Mark

Mark Butkus draws on 18 years of clinical experience to offer practical, evidence-informed care grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and emotionally-focused methods.

Background and approach

He is licensed to practice independently in South Carolina and Maine and works with people facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and first responder and veteran-related issues.

He emphasizes collaboration and an open therapeutic environment where thoughts and emotions can be explored without judgment. Sessions focus on identifying patterns that contribute to distress, building coping skills, and strengthening emotional awareness and interpersonal connection.

Mark encourages clients to take the initial step toward change and seeks to meet each person where they are while tailoring approaches to their specific goals and life circumstances.

Integrating Evidence-Based Approaches into Online Care

Mark employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Therapy as central tools in his online practice. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-centered therapy prioritizes the client's perspective, emphasizing empathy, active listening, and building a collaborative therapeutic relationship to support emotional processing and self-directed growth.

Figuring out which approach fits best is a collaborative process. He works together with each person to explore goals, preferences, and responses to different techniques, adjusting methods over time so the work aligns with what the client needs and hopes to achieve.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible and accessible for varied schedules and locations. These formats allow continuity of care for those balancing work, family, or travel while still engaging in structured, skills-based work and reflective conversation with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleeping difficulties, parenting struggles, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar disorder, ADHD, compassion fatigue, plus first responder and veteran issues.
What therapeutic styles does he use in sessions?
He uses a mix of client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and mindfulness-based techniques to adapt to different needs and situations.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 18 years of experience working with individuals across a broad range of concerns and presentations.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the credentials LISW-CP and LCSW with licenses listed as SC LISW-CP 7159 and ME LCSW LC21796, and he practices in South Carolina.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Which session formats are available?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

First responder issuesVeteran and Armed Forces Issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

South Carolina, Maine

Languages

English