- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Mark
Mark Laster is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) practicing in New York with 12 years of experience. He works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, anger, relationship strain, and life transitions.
He begins by quickly assessing what a person needs and then matches those needs with practical resources. Sessions focus on clear, doable steps rather than open-ended discussion. Mark favors approaches that help people make changes and feel more in control of day-to-day problems.
Mark uses client-centered methods to listen and respond to each person’s concerns. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Solution-focused work is used to build small, concrete strategies clients can try between sessions.
People come to him for help managing anger, coping after a loss, dealing with mood swings, or handling stress at work. He also supports those facing caregiver strain, midlife challenges, aging concerns, and recovery after injury or trauma.
Sessions aim to be practical and time-sensitive. Mark looks for resources outside therapy when those will help. He emphasizes steps people can take right away to reduce daily stress and improve interactions with others.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Mark uses client-centered therapy to focus on the person's concerns and priorities. That approach means listening closely and letting the person's goals guide the work. It helps when someone needs to feel heard and to sort out what matters most.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and replace them with different ways of thinking and acting. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and daily stress because it breaks problems into small, manageable tasks.
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on what will make immediate, practical differences. It looks for strengths and next steps the person can try right away to reduce tension or improve interactions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. He will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit a client's needs, goals, and preferences. That decision can change as work progresses and as priorities shift.
Session options are not listed in the profile, so confirm available formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Talk with him about practical scheduling and session length so therapy fits everyday life.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, anger, relationship strain, career stress, and coping with life changes.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is practical and problem-focused. He assesses needs quickly and uses steps clients can try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on emotional and physical challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R, practicing in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does he provide?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.