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Mark Sandvoss

Mark Sandvoss

LCSW

Therapist · Florida · 30+ years of experience

Helping people manage anger and life stress

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  • Warm and direct
  • Goal oriented
  • Practical tools

About Mark

Mark Sandvoss is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) based in Florida who helps people handle anger, stress, anxiety, and related struggles. He brings three decades of experience in behavioral health to sessions. His manner is warm and direct, aiming to help people take practical steps toward calmer, more satisfying daily life.

He listens without judgment and treats clients with respect and sensitivity. Conversations focus on clear goals and small, achievable changes. Mark avoids stigmatizing labels and works to meet each person where they are.

In the room he blends practical thinking and self-reflection. He uses approaches from cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered work to spot unhelpful patterns and try new ways of responding. He also draws on existential ideas to address meaning, life purpose, and how people make choices.

Sessions often include mindfulness techniques to reduce reactivity and build awareness. Mark helps people who struggle with depression, addictions, trauma, grief, sleep problems, parenting stress, and workplace strain. He also supports those facing mood disorders, ADHD, or questions about self-worth.

His style is interactive and goal-focused. He helps people set targets and then checks progress together. Anyone considering a change can expect straightforward guidance and practical steps toward better coping and clearer priorities.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCodependencyFatherhood issuesLife purposeMood disordersSelf-harmSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How these approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy puts the person and their experience first. The therapist listens closely and helps people uncover their own priorities and strengths. This approach is useful for building trust and for exploring feelings like anger or grief.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It teaches specific skills to notice unhelpful thinking and try different responses. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and sleep issues.

Existential Therapy looks at life choices, meaning, and personal responsibility. It can help when people feel stuck, question their purpose, or want clearer direction during life changes.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, needs, and preferences. He will then suggest practical ways to combine methods and will adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce travel time and make scheduling more flexible so people can meet around work or caregiving. Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are available. The emphasis is on making therapy practical and accessible while using methods that help manage anger, stress, and related concerns.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LCSW · No. SW7743
NPI
1710248919

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He supports people with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, parenting and career challenges, and related issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His approach is warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental. He focuses on setting goals and using practical steps to change patterns that cause distress.

What experience does he bring?

He has 30 years of experience in the behavioral health field working with a wide range of client concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practices in Florida.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

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

How do I begin a therapy relationship?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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