Mark Licitra

Mark Licitra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship struggles, anger, career questions, and bipolar mood concerns. He approaches sessions with a calm, conversational manner and aims to walk alongside clients as they work toward practical goals. He believes people have inner strengths that can be used to make positive change.

Mark has worked in counseling for 16 years across different settings. His style is collaborative and solution-focused, and he adapts to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. He often draws on mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and acceptance-based ideas during sessions.

He uses tools from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Behavioral Activation when they fit a client's needs. Sessions emphasize clear skills, everyday practices, and steady pacing rather than jargon. He is also open to talking about spiritual or faith-related struggles when those come up.

Mark earned a Bachelor of Social Work in 2004 from Oral Roberts University and a Master of Social Work in 2009 from Temple University. He holds the LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in Hawaii.

Outside of work he is a parent, musician, baker, and gardener who enjoys biking and the outdoors. He aims to bring that same steady, practical presence into the therapy room.

How mindfulness and skills work in online therapy

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention practices that help people notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and mood regulation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small, committed steps toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It often helps when people feel stuck or overwhelmed by choices.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person's own experience and pacing. The therapist listens reflectively and follows the client's lead to build trust and clearer goals. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work; the therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and preferences.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy life because they can reduce travel time, allow scheduling around work or family, and make short check-ins easier to arrange. Others appreciate that skills practice and mindfulness exercises translate well to remote sessions. Talk to the therapist about what structure and timing would work best for everyday life.