- Anger management skills
- CBT and DBT techniques
- Grief and addiction work
About Mark
Mark Hard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York with 10 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, anger, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, trauma and other life changes.
He focuses on straightforward, interactive work. Sessions center on clear goals and practical steps. He uses talk and evidence-informed techniques to reduce reactivity and improve everyday coping.
Mark blends client-centered conversation with cognitive behavioral tools and dialectical skills. That means he listens for what matters most and introduces exercises that change unhelpful thoughts, ease intense feelings, and build better coping habits. Mindfulness and motivational approaches also appear in sessions to help with focus and decision-making.
People come to him for help with relationship conflict, career stress, addiction problems, and midlife or role changes. He also supports those dealing with grief, postpartum mood shifts, and long-term conditions such as bipolar disorder. He works with issues tied to guilt, shame, loneliness, and questions of life purpose.
Mark aims to keep sessions practical. Clients can expect skills practice, straightforward feedback, and plans to try between meetings. He accepts international clients and holds sessions in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapy approaches translate to remote sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and working from the client's concerns. In remote sessions this means the therapist follows your lead, reflects what matters, and helps set goals that feel relevant to day-to-day life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions; online CBT often uses short exercises, thought records, and homework to change patterns that feed anger and anxiety. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, teaches concrete skills for regulating intense emotions and improving relationships, such as distress tolerance and communication techniques that can be practiced between sessions.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with you about your priorities and suggest methods that fit your goals and preferences. Together you refine techniques and adjust the plan as you learn what helps most.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Many people find that remote work makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - shorter check-ins, fewer commute needs, and the chance to practice skills in real settings. Online sessions can support steady skills practice, regular follow-up, and quicker adjustments to treatment between meetings.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, relationship and parenting issues, trauma, grief, and related life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He takes an interactive, goal-focused approach that uses listening plus practical exercises to change thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of experience working in mental health and addictions settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Yes. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Which session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.