Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Hutchinson, KS

For 15 years I have helped people navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions and adjustment issues. My clients have freed themselves from repetitive, self-defeating patterns and behaviors. They are now leading the lives they want and have found satisfaction in their relationships. Whether you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you are ready to move in a new life direction, I can provide you with the support and resources to help you achieve your goal. I love helping clients discover their own strengths and successfully manage their wellness.

Hello! I enjoy working with people from all walks of life to solve life's challenges. I strive to create a fulfilling, comfortable environment by reducing the intimidation and uncertainty many feel when beginning therapy. My greatest passion is assisting those who experience anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and feelings of discontent and unhappiness. I also enjoy working with families to overcome conflict and create stronger bonds with the people they love the most.

Stress affects us all in different ways. Short term counseling with cognitive behavior therapy can many times lead to a reduction in problems. I evaluate persons to better identify issues such as children with ADHD, autism, or intellectual disabilities or adults with PTSD and emotional trauma are a focus of evaluation and treatment. I evaluate persons prior to bariatric surgery, for pre-employment and return to work issues, and several court related or forensic issues. The saying 'if you don't test, it's just a guess' is a keystone of my practice.

Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime. It's an adage that has been around for a hundred years. What it implies, deals with teaching, learning, and social wisdom. We are all touched with struggles in our lives, some more difficult than others. However, through struggles we gain new skills that allow growth, and with that growth we experience healing. In my practice, I welcome individuals into a non-threatening and positive atmosphere, where growth and healing is possible.

I am dedicated to helping individuals and families restore hope and healing back into their lives. My therapeutic approach is tailored to you. I will use complementary techniques that will assist you in regaining positive aspects back into your life. I am honored to help you reach your goals and look forward to working with you.

Dr. Mark is a Certified Addiction Sexual Therapist/Partner therapist who walks families and partners through their crises. Trained and certified/licensed with EMDR and Sexual Addictions. He works in a trauma-based perspective with the whole family. His training in DBT (Dialectic Behavioral Therapy), family systems, and solution-focused brief therapeutic methods offers a variety of effective skills. Treatment plans are offered and clients find struggle hope. Clients are guided to find new valuable insights about themselves and they find healthy balanced success thereafter.

Here you are reading this profile, maybe questioning how you got to this place in your life needing to seek professional assistance. For a second, can I say how brave you are? Seriously! To step potentially outside of your comfort zone to further your own growth and integrity as a person; to want to recognize your own mis-comings in life and take the responsibility of healing into your own hands. To be honest, if you decide to take this next step there may be times when you want to quit. That furthering your own growth is too much or too challenging. I see that. You have come this far, can I invite you to keep being brave?

I earned both my Masters of Science in Art Therapy and in Mental Health Counseling from Emporia State University. I enjoy working with clients of all ages from diverse backgrounds, particularly supporting individuals to navigate the stresses of daily living. Additionally, I specialize in behavioral strategies to help parents support their children towards healthy growth. I utilize a solution-focused framework with an array of therapeutic approaches to best fit the needs of each client. I enjoy utilizing the creative process to help promote self-discovery, increase self-efficacy, and develop strategies to improve daily functioning.

When life becomes stressful we go to our comforts in hopes to fix the problems. At times, we realize the skills that serve us to overcome the unmanageable are no longer healthy or helpful. Life throws us many different directions and can be hard to navigate, through these transitions and stressful experiences, therapy can assist in finding new ways to serve you and follow your directions.

If you are looking at this website, you or a loved one are probably experiencing some difficulties. For that, I am truly sorry. However, the challenges in life can help us to grow and become stronger. I would like to help you with your journey to overcome whatever obstacles you may be experiencing, enhance the positive aspects of your life, and aid you in meeting your goals and dreams. I have 34 years of experience in helping adults, children and families get through difficult times. Please call me to see what we can do regarding your situation.

I have twenty years of professional experience in the substance abuse field that includes diverse populations in various community settings including women's issues, homelessness, LGBTQ, domestic violence, medication-assisted treatment and co-occurring mental health. I have worked with a variety of topics and prefer working with individuals and families specific to trauma and abuse, positive parenting, grief and life transition, coping with chronic illnesses, substance abuse and self-esteem issues. I have developed a strong belief in the necessity of addressing the family system as a whole in order to develop lasting changes.

In a world where we are constantly being bombarded by life's pressures, expectations, and stressors; where there is hurt, broken relationships, trauma, and disappointment; where we shoulder the weight and keep moving forward despite symptoms and difficulty. I challenge you to take a moment to slow down. Set down your bag and sort through it. For you to work to find purpose, understanding, and insight in your personal experiences. Then to use those experiences to shape and develop integrity that you might become the person you know you can be.