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Mark Flores, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Mark is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Mark. View 47 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Mark is compassionate, patient, and listens. I appreciate him.

Reviewed November 2024

Life changing conversations

Reviewed November 2024

More about Mark

  • 20 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

When we want to change, developing emotional awareness helps the healing process. I have held space with my clients to discover this for 18 years using a variety of techniques from Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavior Therapy to Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Sometimes who we need is a collaborator and coach and at other times someone to validate our experience and I will be this for you. I believe the quality of our working relationship is essential to the quality of your outcomes and we will make sure to incorporate this feedback.

Ultimately I would like you to say everything.

Many of the people I have worked with over the years have had experiences with substance use or feeling marginalized by how they identify. Together we will develop strategies towards resilience and steps toward change.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Anger management Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Abandonment Attachment issues Body image Codependency Dependent personality Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Men's issues Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Mark Flores's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215249602.

  • LCSW · Texas · 58513 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Mark Flores

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

47 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Insightful Listens The best Comfortable Helped Helping Amazing Compassion

Mark is compassionate, patient, and listens. I appreciate him.

Reviewed November 2024

Life changing conversations

Reviewed November 2024

I hope to have Mark as my therapist for years to come. This man is a godsend.

Reviewed November 2024

He is absolutely the best therapist I’ve had in years. I felt so comfortable with him the very first time we had a session . He gave me great encouragement, insight , and tools to help me make the first steps in my healing journey. I’m so thankful and grateful for him

Reviewed September 2024

Mark is really knowledgeable and engaging. He's able to provide insight, resources, and feedback which helps validate and challenge certain pathways of thinking. I appreciate the way he listens and responds in an authentic manner while maintaining a large amount of professionalism. It can be quite challenging to find a therapist which matches your changing needs, and I'm glad I was matched with Mark.

Reviewed September 2024

He listens first, and then assist me when needed. I felt that he cared for anyone he met!

Reviewed September 2024

After many many therapists I have finally found one that works for me. Mark is amazing in all ways. He is attentive, personable, educated, compassionate, and everything else you could ask for out of a therapist.

Reviewed August 2024

Mark is great!

Reviewed July 2024

I have a breakthrough EVERY single session with Mark. He has a way of making my feelings feel normal. It’s taken me years to find a therapist I’m eager to talk to & can confide in with the utmost comfort. I highly recommend his services!

Reviewed June 2024

Mark has been a great resource, and I highly recommend him as a therapist. He is incredibly insightful and compassionate and helps me develop my resiliency.

Reviewed June 2024

Mark was super supportive in listening to me and helping me get better at managing my anger. Thank you Mark!

Reviewed June 2024

Mark is absolutely awesome!

Reviewed June 2024

Talking to a friend who knows what they are talking about. Amazing guy with no judgement. Very lucky we got matched.

Reviewed May 2024

The day after my first session with Mark, my friends and family said I sounded like myself again for the first time in weeks. He has changed my life and I am so glad to continue working with him - he gives me so much hope for my future. I could not get through my trauma and grief without his understanding, compassion and willingness to challenge me outside of my comfort zone, while always meeting me where I am.

Reviewed April 2024

Mark is awesome -- highly knowledgable, open, and supportive!

Reviewed April 2024

Mark is a great role model for presence, attentiveness, compassion, and empathy. He has helped me be so insightful into challenges I face.

Reviewed March 2024

Mark has been phenomenal to work with. He is clearly gifted in his profession. He listens to me, lets me vent, and validates my concerns while also keeping me in check when necessary. He will be my therapist for a long time, I can already tell!

Reviewed February 2024

Mark is very warm and intelligent. He makes you feel at ease and listened to. He's been very helpful in a very short period of time for me to unpack some of my traumas. I would highly recommend him!

Reviewed February 2024

He has been of significant help and is very insightful. I highly recommend him.

Reviewed January 2024

Mark is undeniably one of the best therapists I have worked with. He is gentle yet provides incredible insight and has helped me to navigate through a difficult time in my life that for many may be relatively inconsequential. His incredible ability to listen and distill all I have to say into the key issues that need to be addressed had helped me tremendously. He clearly has a passion for therapy and a keen interest in helping people through his insight and deep knowledge of the human condition. Thank you Mark!

Reviewed November 2023

Mark is one of the most thoughtful and kind therapists I know. His compassion for people and the struggles we all share is evident in his attentiveness and care he shows.

Reviewed June 2023

Mark is so much fun to work with! He's open and honest and makes you feel comfortable in your sessions!

Reviewed May 2023

Mark has opened my eyes even in one session of some of my struggles. He gives me things to research.

Reviewed March 2023

I’ve been working with Mark for a few months now, and I have to say he is the best therapist i’ve ever seen. After struggling to find a therapist that actually helps in the past, Mark has been nothing but helpful and exactly what I need in a therapist to thrive. Every session is so productive and he helps me bring a lot of suppressed things to light and fix them. I would highly recommend him and this platform to anyone I know.

Reviewed March 2023

This is the first time I've felt completely comfortable with a therapist in at least 10 years

Reviewed April 2023

Very knowledgeable and kind therapist. He understands my situation more than others have and tells me what I need to hear, instead of what I want. I appreciate him challenging my thought process so I can work through my problems more effectively.

Reviewed January 2023

Mark has been an incredible therapist for me. He’s a great listener, and offers an insightful perspective to certain situations I’ve talked about with him. He has helped me learn to set boundaries and to recognize what I’m feeling.

Reviewed December 2022

Mark has become a pillar of strength for me, in the sense he has exposed me to my own inner strength. He’s patient, understanding and thorough. I feel totally supported and heard by him and he’s always ready to assist with strategies to work through my blockages. Would definitely recommend!

Reviewed November 2022

Good

Reviewed November 2022

amazin

Reviewed September 2022

Honestly one of the best therapists I have ever worked with

Reviewed August 2022

Talking to Mark is one of the greatest times on my schedule! I can't explain how many positive changes we've come to by holding space and working toward the sensitive story of mine. He's the first therapist I've ever had, and the greatest fit I could've imagined. Mark always makes sure to create and hold a healthy space for self-healing. I trust Mark and his understanding of things, which is really similar to my one. I highly recommend this professional! The best!

Reviewed August 2022

Even just after my first meeting with Mark, he was able to provide me with new skills and methods to use throughout the given day to help me with some of my problems. Felt very comfortable from the beginning sharing and being open with how I'm feeling in the given moment. Excited to grow this relationship as well as the one with myself down the road.

Reviewed July 2022

Loved the platform, and the therapist I got!

Reviewed June 2022

I finally found my therapist with Mark. He is the exact person I needed. Thank you for listening, helping, and getting me to where I need to be

Reviewed May 2022

Even in the very short time I spoke with mark i felt heard and validated! a true blessing

Reviewed May 2022

A wonderful conversationalist, he makes me feel seen and is fantastically insightful into things I have trouble breaking down on my own.

Reviewed April 2022

Always listens and offers good solutions and practices to help me!

Reviewed April 2022

Mark is a great therapist! He is very empathetic, a great listener, and very informal which was a great comfort to me. I highly recommend Mark as a therapist.

Reviewed April 2022

Great guy. Excellent therapist.

Reviewed February 2022

Mark is warm, down to earth, and made me feel very seen and heard from day one. He gave me some much-needed space to process multiple issues this winter. In moments when I try to intellectualize or skate by on the surface of something, he’s very good at getting me to dig deeper and put my finger on how I’m actually feeling. I recommend him wholeheartedly! Also has a great sense of humor. 10/10

Reviewed February 2022

Very encouraging and relatable. I’m blessed to have such person to help me out with my struggles.

Reviewed February 2022

Such a great therapist, I’ve searched for so long to find someone who would understand me and be able to help. He’s been amazing.

Reviewed January 2022

Mark is a friendly and exuberant person who can make you feel at home and appreciated; this alone is powerful therapy. My issue related to my LGBTQIA+ identity, and Mark made a safe space for that. Many thanks.

Reviewed January 2022

Mark gave me confidence in our first meeting that I am indeed in good caring hands. He allows me to say what's on my heart then assist me to understand myself and how to process my feelings and move forward Mark is a huge help for me

Reviewed January 2022

Mark is the first therapist that I've had that doesn't only listen, but effectively demonstrates that he understands exactly what I'm trying to say. He gives great life advice and supplies very helpful resources. I especially appreciate that he's able to be serious when it's needed, and is light-hearted where appropriate. I always look forward to my sessions with Mark.

Reviewed January 2022

Mark is easy to connect with, dedicated to helping others and delightfully creative!

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Mark Flores offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Mark Flores works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Mark Flores speak?

Mark Flores speaks English.

How many years of experience does Mark Flores have?

Mark Flores has 20 years of experience.

Where is Mark Flores licensed to practice?

Mark Flores is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Mark Flores accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Mark Flores accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Mark Flores offer?

Mark Flores offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Mark Flores?

Mark Flores can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Mark Flores?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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