Mark Mikyska
LCPC in Illinois using CBT, mindfulness, and trauma therapy
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About
Mark Mikyska, LCPC, is an Illinois-licensed clinician with 18 years of practice that include work as a therapist and crisis worker in the Chicago area. He has supported people coping with depression, anxiety, family concerns, trauma and emotional abuse, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, and a broad set of related issues listed in his specialties.
His clinical approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. He draws on these frameworks to tailor sessions to the presenting concerns while attending to emotional safety and pacing.
Known for a warm and interactive style, he emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and empowerment. He encourages people to develop skills and insight so they can manage challenges more independently. Those considering change will find an approach that combines skill development, exploratory work, and trauma-informed perspectives.
His clinical approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. He draws on these frameworks to tailor sessions to the presenting concerns while attending to emotional safety and pacing.
Known for a warm and interactive style, he emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and empowerment. He encourages people to develop skills and insight so they can manage challenges more independently. Those considering change will find an approach that combines skill development, exploratory work, and trauma-informed perspectives.
- Location:
- Illinois, United States
- Years Experience:
- 18
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IL LCPC 180008022
- NPI Number: 1689323081
- License: LCPC (Illinois)
Remote sessions and therapeutic methods
Mark offers remote sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. He maintains a warm, interactive stance in online work, inviting collaboration on goals and treatment choices while tailoring pacing to each person's needs.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy are used to help people identify habitual thoughts and behaviors and to build practical skills for managing stress and anxiety. These approaches involve structured exercises, attention to thought patterns, and practices that foster present-moment awareness.
Trauma-Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems are available for those who want to explore the impact of traumatic experiences or attend to internal parts and their relationships. In online sessions he combines tools and reflective inquiry so that the work can be both skills-based and depth-oriented, depending on what best fits the individual. Video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging are offered as ways to engage in this work.
How much experience does Mark have?
Mark Mikyska is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience, including roles as a therapist and crisis worker in the Chicago area.
What are his credentials and license details?
He holds the LCPC credential. License details: IL LCPC 180008022.
Which languages does he speak?
This profile lists English as the language he uses in sessions.
Where is he based?
He is licensed in Illinois and has worked in the Chicago area.
What ways can people work with him?
He offers individual and group therapy and provides remote options via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does he accept international clients?
No. This profile indicates he is not accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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