Mark Panasiewicz

Mark Panasiewicz is a licensed social worker (LMSW) with ten years of clinical experience. He helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, and relationship problems. His style is direct and straightforward, and he aims to treat people with respect and compassion.

In sessions he combines practical tools with focused conversation. He often uses cognitive behavioral techniques alongside motivational interviewing to help people notice patterns and try different behaviors. He also draws on Trauma-Focused Therapy methods when addressing past harm and abuse.

Mark has worked with people affected by physical trauma, emotional abuse, and domestic violence. He has a background serving veterans from his time in the United States Air Force and has experience addressing issues common to that community. He has spent much of his practice supporting people with substance use challenges.

His approach is tailored to each person’s needs. Initial sessions typically focus on understanding current struggles and setting clear, achievable goals. From there he uses structured exercises and conversational techniques to build skills for managing emotions, improving communication, and changing unhelpful habits.

People who prefer a direct, practical therapist may find his style a good match. He encourages collaborative work and will adjust strategies to fit what a person wants to change and how they prefer to approach it.

Approaches you may try in online sessions

Trauma-Focused Therapy focuses on addressing the effects of past harm and abuse. It involves talking through difficult experiences at a pace that feels manageable and using strategies to reduce distressing memories and reactions.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It emphasizes identifying personal values and taking small actions that move someone toward a more meaningful life.

Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and creating an accepting space. It gives people room to reflect and arrive at their own insights while the therapist offers empathy and support.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, then adapt methods as work progresses. Clients are encouraged to give feedback so the plan fits their needs.

Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for quick check-ins when needed. Some approaches translate well to virtual work, while others may be mixed with in-person meetings depending on what the therapist and client arrange.