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Mark Licitra, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Mark is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Mark. View 34 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Hawaii

Recent reviews

Mark is a very caring individual who cares about what you think, what you feel, and what your thoughts and feelings are. He gives his opinions in a very caring manner, making sure not to insult or disrespect anyone. I would recommend him to anyone who is interested.

Reviewed November 2024

Best ever.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Mark

  • 12 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

Sometimes life is hard. "Things fall apart, the center cannot hold," the poet tells us. But we do not have to go it alone.

My primary role is to come alongside you as you journey in the way of wellness. I really believe in the strength that is in you. And I believe that we can work together to leverage it toward your goals. I believe that you are unique and will relate to you accordingly.

I have been practicing counseling for 16 years in a variety of capacities and settings. My approach is collaborative, eclectic, and solution-focused. My style is calm and conversational. I utilize a variety of interventions, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Behavioral Activation.

I work with people with a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, and mood disturbances. I also have a strong interest in spiritual issues, and am happy to work with people of faith, or people struggling with faith-related issues.

I earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Work in 2004 from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, OK, and a Master's in Social Work in 2009 from Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Hawaii.

I am a parent of four girls, a lifelong musician, a bread baker, gardener, lover of forests and baseball. I ride my bike when I can and sometimes do experiments in my kitchen (some of which do not end well).

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Addictions Relationship issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Mark Licitra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568821973.

  • LCSW · Hawaii · LCSW-3920 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Mark Licitra

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

34 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Easy Helped Helpful Amazing Listens Support Understanding Empathetic

Mark is a very caring individual who cares about what you think, what you feel, and what your thoughts and feelings are. He gives his opinions in a very caring manner, making sure not to insult or disrespect anyone. I would recommend him to anyone who is interested.

Reviewed November 2024

Best ever.

Reviewed September 2024

Mark is awesome!

Reviewed April 2024

Approachable, personable and genuine!

Reviewed April 2020

Mark was knowledgeable in his field of work, and he was very courteous. Thank you.

Reviewed December 2018

I appreciate Mark's approach and style. His commitment to walking me through some of my concerns in the context of Biblical principles and his training gives me confidence in the process.

Reviewed August 2018

I’m new to Better Help but I found the therapist Mark Licitra to be a great match for me and what I needed. He listens, is thoughtful and encouraging. Mollie Foley

Reviewed March 2023

Mark is wonderful! Kind, generous, patient, relaxed, easy-going, and very conversational. Working with him is like having a friend that understands you, sees you, and wants you to thrive. Really appreciate working with him! If you enjoy a conversational, relaxed style he is a loving, attentive, present, and generous presence in your life that is helpful, wise, and kind.

Reviewed January 2023

Mark has a very low key style of helping you work through the most challenging situations . He genuinely cares and has the experience necessary to help guide you to the resources best suited for your situation.

Reviewed July 2022

Great to work with. Very good listener. Makes me feel very comfortable. I can put my confidence in him.

Reviewed June 2022

Mark is easy to talk with, empathetic and insightful. Mark’s guidance has been very helpful for me.

Reviewed January 2022

Very insightful and understanding.

Reviewed November 2021

Mark is an incredible listener and support. From our first session I felt understood and supported. What I value the most is that Mark can address my concerns from a Faith lens, and yet provide practical guidance to help me process my concerns. I'm grateful for Mark and his compassion.

Reviewed May 2021

I would highly recommend Mark for counseling. He was an excellent listener and provided helpful insight into challenges I had been facing. He was the support I needed in order to feel the validation and get the answers that I needed.

Reviewed May 2021

A few years ago I had a massive panic attack at an airport. Needless to say after that, my life was never the same. I couldn’t leave my house for an entire year, not even to see a therapist in person. Luckily, I found better help and they connected me with Mark. After the first session I already had. A weight lifted off my shoulders. Recovery from my incident wasn’t an easy path, but Mark was there through it all and he literally saved me from a life of being stuck indoors and not seeing friends and experiencing things. Thanks to his help, I was able to slowly make my way out more and now I am traveling and living life and setting big goals. I literally owe my life to him. I would not be where I am today without his help.

Reviewed April 2021

Mark has been my counselor for many seasons. He is great at celebrating my success and helping me see them in a new light. Mark also keeps me accountable by checking in what we discuss in previous sessions. He is equal parts validating and inquisitive as he guides me towards realizations I haven't noticed myself. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone looking for a counselor!

Reviewed January 2021

Mark has been a huge help in my battle with trauma flash backs . He’s compassionate understanding and present with helpful suggestions and support

Reviewed September 2020

Mark is a great listener. I felt like he was empathetic but also gave me realistic ways to address my concerns without making me feel small or helpless. He was easy to talk to and I am very thankful for his time and insight.

Reviewed September 2020

Mark is literally awesome. I love this space and love that I am able to communicate with someone who is here to listen like Mark. Highly highly recommend.

Reviewed July 2020

Awesome guy- so easy to talk to and very open minded. Made my first experience with therapy feel like talking to an old friend. Thanks for everything Mark!

Reviewed July 2020

Mark is a compassionate and empathetic therapist who listens well and offers insight and practical ways to improve my life. Amazing person and I recommend highly.

Reviewed June 2020

He’s awesome. Like an older brother.

Reviewed January 2020

Mark is an amazing person and such a great counselor. He helped me process through some really tough seasons with calm and rock solid support. He is down to earth and truly listens and pays attention to each word. Highly recommended!

Reviewed December 2019

Mark is an amazing therapist. He listens so well and has such valuable insight on male and female perspectives and issues while also not passing judgment. I have only just begun, but he has already given me so many great takeaways to improve my relationships and situations. I am filled with gratitude, and I would highly recommend him to anyone!!

Reviewed August 2019

Talking to Mark feels like talking to an old friend. He is very relatable but also understanding of the uniqueness and complexity of my personal situation. His down to earth, conversational counseling style has helped me to strengthen my connections with others, but most importantly to reconnect with myself.

Reviewed July 2019

Mark is an amazing listener. He supplies insights into concerns and issues I didn't see. Talking with him has been beneficial for me and it's only been a couple weeks.

Reviewed July 2019

Mark is one of the best counselors I’ve had and I feel so lucky to have found him on BetterHelp. He’s great with keeping me mindful and aware of everything I need to be able to heal and be the most confident and clear I can be. I’m so thankful to be able to have someone like him to rely on during times of change and uncertainty. I would recommend him to anyone looking to truly learn to love themselves and heal through simple and consistent awareness and action.

Reviewed May 2019

Mark is the best therapist I've ever had the pleasure of working with. He is committed, patient, compassionate and always prioritizes my needs. He is supportive of my growth and healing and has helped me to develop skills I need in order to navigate my bipolar depression. I will forever be grateful to him and his dedication.

Reviewed May 2019

Thank you Mark.

Reviewed April 2019

Mark is great! My first meeting with him went awesome and I immediately felt comfortable and safe. I highly recommend therapy with him!

Reviewed February 2019

I've only had one session with Mark. That session was incredibly insightful and he really addressed my major concerns. It was nice talking to someone who kept it things casual and an environment to open up. I'm excited to continue counseling with him and getting my mental health back on track.

Reviewed November 2018

Mark is attentive to my needs and is considerate. Also has good points to consider and is very relatable. I am happy to have him as my counselor!

Reviewed July 2018

Mark was really, really helpful and understanding. He helped me get better much more quickly than I think I would have alone, and really knows what he's talking about. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone considering therapy with BetterHelp!

Reviewed March 2018

Sometimes in life I have found that you need help; hard to do in your hometown and you do not want to burden your friends with all the things you are trying to process.You need to reach out and start to articulate where you are now. This has been hard for me during everything that is going on because the last thing I wanted to do was talk about it or put it into words but I am slowly feeling like this is a very valuable process and I am grateful my daughter helped me find this outlet and great resource. It is never easy but becomes easier as you reach out.

Reviewed March 2018

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Frequently asked questions

Does Mark Licitra offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Mark Licitra works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Mark Licitra speak?

Mark Licitra speaks English.

How many years of experience does Mark Licitra have?

Mark Licitra has 12 years of experience.

Where is Mark Licitra licensed to practice?

Mark Licitra is licensed to practice in Hawaii.

Does Mark Licitra accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Mark Licitra does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Mark Licitra offer?

Mark Licitra offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Mark Licitra?

Mark Licitra can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Mark Licitra?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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