Mark Flores , LCSW

Mark Flores, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), brings two decades of clinical experience supporting people through major life challenges. He emphasizes the development of emotional awareness as a foundation for change and uses practical, evidence-informed techniques to guide the process. Mark blends Motivational Interviewing with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to tailor care to each person’s needs, shifting between a coaching stance and a validating presence as appropriate.

He places particular value on the quality of the therapeutic relationship, inviting regular feedback to ensure sessions remain collaborative and effective. Many of his clients have sought help for substance use or for difficulties tied to how they identify, and he focuses on building resilience while mapping concrete steps toward change. Mark works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT-related issues, anger, depression, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.

Mark practices in Texas and offers an approachable, client-centered style aimed at helping people speak openly, clarify goals, and move toward meaningful, sustainable improvement.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Mark Flores draws on several practical therapeutic approaches to support clients online. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration so that clients feel heard and can explore goals at their own pace - it is useful for relationship concerns, identity questions, and building self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be especially effective for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and coping with crises, which benefits those facing impulsivity, anger, or self-destructive patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Mark works collaboratively to tailor methods based on each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time to match progress and changing priorities. Licensed professionals can offer these approaches effectively through online formats, and clients participate actively in choosing what fits best.

Online therapy with Mark is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit varying schedules and comfort levels. These remote formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.