Therapist profile
Mark Licitra, LCSW, LICSW
Hawaii
LCSW counselor - anger and mood concerns
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- CredentialsLCSW, LICSW
- LicenseLCSW, Hawaii / LCSW-3920; LICSW, Washington / LW61618529
- NPI1568821973
- Experience16 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationHawaii
About
- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Collaborative approach
About Mark
Mark Licitra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW) practicing in Hawaii with 16 years of counseling experience. He works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship concerns, anger, career issues, and bipolar mood concerns. Sessions are described as calm and conversational and aimed at practical change.
He uses straightforward methods rather than jargon. Mark leans on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and behavioral activation to help people notice patterns and try different responses. He also brings mindfulness practices into sessions to build attention and reduce reactivity.
His style is collaborative and solution-focused. He talks things through with clients, helps set small goals, and practices skills that can be used between meetings. He also welcomes conversations about spiritual concerns and supports people who want to integrate faith into their work on emotional issues.
Mark trained in social work, earning a Bachelor of Social Work from Oral Roberts University and a Master of Social Work from Temple University. He holds Hawaii LCSW and Washington LICSW credentials. He has worked in a range of settings over the years and draws on that variety when planning a path forward with each person.
Outside of work he is a parent, musician, baker, gardener, and occasional kitchen experimenter. He values a practical approach to change and aims to make sessions useful for daily life.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking practical steps toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts. It can help when anger gets in the way of the things you care about. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. That is useful for snapping or escalation cycles. Mindfulness Therapy builds attention and noticing skills so strong emotions can be recognized early and managed more effectively.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Mark works collaboratively to figure out which approaches fit a person's goals, needs, and everyday life. That might mean trying a few techniques, seeing what helps, and adjusting the plan together.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, school, or parenting by reducing travel time and allowing for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people practice skills at home between meetings and bring real situations into discussion. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, ACT, and mindfulness exercises for remote sessions so the work stays practical and directly relevant to daily challenges.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Hawaii, Washington
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he help with?
He works with anger related to relationships, work frustration, built-up resentment, and difficulties managing strong feelings in day-to-day life.
What is his overall approach to therapy?
His style is calm, conversational, collaborative, and solution-focused. He helps clients set practical goals and practice skills between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 16 years of counseling experience across multiple settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - HI LCSW and WA LICSW - and practices in Hawaii.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does he use?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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