Mark Beal helps people who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward.
01About Mark
Mark Beal helps people who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. He meets clients where they are and focuses on practical steps that make daily life more manageable. Mark is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC based in Texas with many years of clinical work behind him.
He listens first and asks straightforward questions to clarify what matters most to each person. Therapy sessions often focus on managing anxiety, grief, depression, stress, and the strain that comes with caregiving or medical issues.
Background and approach
He also supports people coping with trauma, bipolar concerns, ADHD, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Mark blends several approaches to match a person's needs. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and change unhelpful thinking and behavior.
Dialectical behavior strategies are used when emotional regulation and coping skills are central concerns. He also draws on client-centered and existential ideas to help people find meaning and make values-based choices. Dream work and Jungian perspectives appear for clients who are curious about symbolism and inner life.
Sessions aim to be clear and practical, with room to reflect on deeper themes when that feels useful. He has worked with adults across many backgrounds and with a wide range of life stressors for decades. People who want a calm, steady therapist who combines practical tools with thoughtful exploration may find his style helpful.
Mark brings experience, patience, and a focus on helping clients take steps that fit their daily lives.
02Credentials
- LPC (Texas)
- License 13617 · expires September 2026
- NPI
- 1538603865 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Mark lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Bipolar disorder
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Young adult issues
Methods Mark names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
These are the methods Mark names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approach and online therapy options
Mark blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. Client-centered work focuses on listening closely and shaping sessions around what the person says matters. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors to identify small, practical changes that reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood. Dialectical behavior therapy adds skills for managing intense emotions and improving coping in stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with each person about goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. That collaborative process makes it easier to choose tools that fit a person’s daily life and values.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for deeper conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions can work when bandwidth or visual focus is limited. Live chat and text messaging are helpful for brief check-ins, skill reminders, or when a shorter contact fits into a busy day. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or medical schedules while using the therapeutic approaches described above.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, bipolar issues, and ADHD. He also supports concerns related to aging, cancer, caregiving, hospice, and young adult issues.
What is his general therapy style?
His style is conversational and practical, combining client-centered listening with actionable techniques. Sessions mix skills practice, reflective discussion, and problem-solving tailored to each person's goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 27 years of clinical experience working with adults across a range of life stresses and medical concerns. That background informs a steady, experienced approach to common and complex issues.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas. The LPC credential is listed exactly as provided.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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