Mark Smalley, LCSW

Mark Smalley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Oklahoma with 29 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship struggles, trauma, grief and many life transitions. He approaches care from a holistic perspective that acknowledges the whole person - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual - and integrates practical habits like sleep, movement and diet alongside psychological work.

Mark draws on a range of therapeutic methods, including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), hypnotherapy and mindfulness techniques, to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. He works with individuals facing mood and personality-related concerns, parenting and family challenges, intimacy and identity matters, attention and impulse difficulties, and career or caregiver stress, among other issues. His practice emphasizes collaboration, skill-building and realistic strategies that fit daily life.

Offering services in English and accepting international clients, Mark provides flexible options for connecting by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. As a licensed professional, he aims to help people develop coping tools, restore balance and move forward with greater confidence and resilience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Mark uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s perspective guides the work - this approach helps people build self-awareness, clarify goals and feel respected in the process. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical skills for anxiety, depression, sleep and stress-related issues. For clients processing trauma, EMDR provides a structured method to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and the distress they cause.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Mark works with each person to determine which methods fit their history, goals and preferences, and adjusts the plan as needs evolve so the therapy stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule care around work, family and travel. These formats expand access to licensed professionals and allow continuity of care for people who live far from traditional offices or who need more flexible communication styles.