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- Substance use help
- LGBT issues
- Cognitive behavioral tools
About Mark
Mark Gruber is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 20 years of experience. He focuses on substance use concerns and LGBT issues, and also helps people dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, and relationship and family strain.
He speaks plainly in sessions and uses humor to build rapport. He emphasizes a trusting working relationship as the foundation for progress. He describes himself as being in long-term recovery, which shapes his understanding of addiction and relapse prevention.
Mark often combines practical strategies with reflective conversation. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He also draws on client-centered principles to follow the person's lead and prioritize what matters most to them.
Mindfulness practices are part of his toolkit for managing anxiety and stress. Motivational interviewing informs conversations about change when substance use or ambivalence are a focus. Solution-focused moments help people find small, workable steps they can try between sessions.
People who come for help with family or relationship strains will find someone who pays attention to patterns from family of origin and current communication problems. He also works with issues around sexuality, self-esteem, grief, anger, career questions, ADHD, and life transitions. Mark conducts sessions in English and accepts clients internationally, while practicing under his Florida LMHC credential.
How sessions work
How Mark applies approaches online
Mark commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in his work. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that increase anxiety or fuel substance use, with clear steps you can practice between sessions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes following the client's priorities, listening closely, and letting the person's concerns guide the work.He also brings mindfulness techniques into conversations to help people notice stress and interrupt automatic reactions. These approaches can be useful for anxiety, mood symptoms, relapse prevention, and improving communication. Deciding which approach to use is collaborative; he will talk with each person about goals and preferences and adapt methods as needed.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around parenting and work, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals commonly use a mix of conversation, worksheets, and brief exercises you can try between meetings to keep progress moving.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with substance use, LGBT concerns, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship and family issues, and related topics such as grief, anger, and career stress.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He emphasizes a trusting relationship, uses humor and rapport building, and applies practical methods like CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing when appropriate.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience working in counseling, including long-term work with substance use and mood disorders.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices under that credential.
Are sessions available in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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