Mark Smalley, LCSW

Mark Smalley is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Oklahoma. He focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and aging and geriatric issues. He brings practical, down-to-earth support and aims to help people find clearer ways to cope and move forward.

He frames therapy around the whole person - body, mind, emotions, and spirit. That means conversations in sessions may include breathing, mindfulness, lifestyle adjustments, and talking through thoughts and feelings. He uses straightforward tools to help people change habits and reduce distress.

He draws on nearly three decades of experience in social work. That background informs a flexible approach that matches techniques to the person in front of him rather than a single method for everyone. Sessions often blend goal-focused work with time to process difficult memories and emotions.

Clients can expect a focus on practical steps and gradual change. He pays attention to daily routines, sleep, coping skills, and motivation as parts of recovery and growth. The work can include short-term focused plans or longer-term exploration of patterns and meaning.

People seeking help for life transitions, caregiving challenges, isolation, or age-related concerns may find this approach useful. The emphasis is on collaboration and finding techniques that fit each person’s lifestyle and goals.

How his approaches work for online therapy

Client-centered work emphasizes the person’s own goals and experiences. Sessions focus on what matters to the client and adapt tools to fit daily life, which can help with stress, relationship issues, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical exercises and short homework tasks to reduce anxiety, treat mood problems, and change unhelpful habits.

EMDR is used to reduce the impact of traumatic memories by guiding attention while the person recalls distressing events. It can be useful for people coping with past trauma and post-traumatic stress.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose approaches that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That may mean trying short, focused CBT tasks first or combining mindfulness and EMDR techniques over time.

Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Many people find remote work helps with scheduling, reduces travel time, and makes follow-up tasks simpler to manage. Because the specific session formats are not listed here, confirm current online options before booking to be sure they match your needs.