Mark Beach, LPC

Mark Beach is a Georgia Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a focused background in treating substance use disorder in inpatient settings. Since 2016 he has worked primarily with men in recovery, gaining experience addressing related concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma, and grief.

He practices from a Christian-informed perspective while remaining welcoming and respectful of people from all faith backgrounds or none. His work emphasizes empathy and an interactive, client-centered stance that prioritizes each person’s dignity and individual story. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) serves as a central framework in his work, helping clients identify patterns of thought and behavior and develop practical skills to manage symptoms and move toward goals.

Mark recognizes that no two people are the same and adapts sessions to reflect each client’s strengths, preferences, and needs. He aims to help clients set realistic goals and build the skills and confidence needed to pursue a more fulfilling life. He looks forward to supporting individuals and families seeking change and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches Tailored for Online Care

Mark integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into his online practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports personal insight and growth - it is helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and processing life transitions.

CBT offers practical, skills-based tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, substance use patterns, and stress management. Sessions using CBT tend to include clear goals, homework, and techniques clients can apply between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. He works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts strategies over time as progress is made.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to access care from different locations. These formats provide flexibility and consistent access to licensed professionals and therapists while supporting ongoing work toward recovery and improved relationships.