Mark Shokair, LMFT

Mark Shokair is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California who brings a thoughtful, individualized approach to counseling. He earned a master’s degree in counseling psychology from California State University East Bay and combines formal training with practical experience to support people facing a range of life challenges. He has seven years of clinical experience working across settings and with diverse populations, including children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families.

Mark has supported clients with difficulties that span mild dysfunction to more severe disorders, and he currently sees individuals in a private practice setting for concerns such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger management, workplace stress, and relationship issues. He aims to meet each person where they are, tailoring interventions to match personal goals and circumstances. For some people that means working to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, while for others the focus is on restoring a sense of balance and forward movement.

His therapeutic work draws on several evidence-based methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, behaviorally focused techniques, trauma-focused strategies, and insight-oriented work, selected to fit the needs of each client. Mark approaches therapy collaboratively, helping clients identify practical steps and new perspectives to help life feel more manageable and meaningful.

Approaches and Online Care with Mark Shokair

Mark uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s perspective guides the work - this approach emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration and can be especially helpful for people seeking stronger self-understanding and improved relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, another central method in his practice, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and related concerns. Mindfulness therapy complements these approaches by teaching present-moment awareness and stress-reduction skills that can benefit those coping with anxiety, panic, or ongoing life transitions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Mark works collaboratively with clients to determine what methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they may combine elements from different approaches to create a plan that feels practical and achievable.

Online therapy with Mark is available by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and people who live at a distance. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support in ways that fit daily life, while allowing licensed professionals to tailor sessions to each client’s circumstances.