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Mark Dunn

Therapist · North Carolina

Mark Dunn, LCMHC, LPCC

Experienced counselor focusing on thoughts and habits

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  • Thoughts and everyday habits
  • Stress and anxiety help
  • Practical skill building

About Mark

Mark Dunn is a licensed counselor with more than two decades of clinical experience. He is credentialed as an LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) and an LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor). He works from a straightforward, respectful stance and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, and depression.

He concentrates on thoughts and everyday habits that shape how people feel and act. Sessions often look at how daily routines, thinking patterns, and relationships influence mood and choices. He aims to make conversations clear and practical so people can try small changes between meetings.

Mark adapts the pace to each person's needs. He listens first, then crafts a simple plan that targets what matters most to the client. That plan may include short behavior changes, skill practice, and steps to improve communication or reduce overwhelm.

People who come for help with relationship strain, caregiver stress, or feelings of isolation will find a focus on practical next steps. He also pays attention to issues like attachment, codependency, impulsivity, and problems that follow major life changes.

His approach blends client-centered work with techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based methods. The result is a mix of talk, skills, and real-world exercises aimed at clearer thinking and steadier routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Family conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

24+ years

Credentials

North Carolina, California

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client’s lead. The therapist creates conversations that reflect the client’s priorities and builds a plan from their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and everyday habits shape feelings and behavior, and uses short exercises to test new ways of thinking. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, often through step-by-step tools.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the client about concerns, goals, and preferences, and then try methods that fit. Adjustments are made over time based on what helps most, so the work stays practical and focused on real life.

Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also makes it simpler to practice skills in the settings where problems occur, which can help transfer learning from session to daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Mark address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, and issues like codependency and isolation.

What is his general approach in therapy?

Sessions combine a client-centered stance with practical techniques. Expect discussion of thoughts and habits alongside skill practice drawn from CBT, DBT, and mindfulness.

How much experience does he have?

He brings 24 years of professional experience to his work with clients.

What credentials and region are associated with him?

He holds the credentials LCMHC and LPCC and practices in North Carolina.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin?

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