Mark Sherling , LPC

Mark Sherling is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia with 13 years of experience supporting people through difficult life moments. He approaches therapy from a person-centered perspective while relying heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify patterns, build coping skills, and pursue meaningful change. Mark has a long history of working with individuals in crisis and brings a calm, supportive presence that helps clients recognize strengths and move toward growth.

He works with a diverse range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, mood challenges, relationship and family issues, trauma and grief, and life transitions. In sessions he emphasizes collaboration - listening closely to each person’s experience and tailoring interventions to their needs and goals. Mark aims to demystify therapy, challenge the idea that it is only for others, and empower people to create healthier, more satisfying lives.

Applying Person-Centered and CBT Approaches Online

Person-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective guides the work. Online sessions using this approach emphasize empathetic listening and helping clients identify their own goals and strengths, which can be especially helpful for people feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about next steps.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients recognize and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building. Delivered via video, phone, or messaging, CBT techniques can address anxiety, depression, stress, addictive patterns, and relationship challenges by teaching concrete coping strategies and encouraging gradual behavioral changes.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and is best determined collaboratively. Mark works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and will adapt methods over time to find the most effective combination for each person.

Online therapy offers flexibility - clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit their schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care when life is busy or when in-person visits are not practical, while allowing licensed professionals to provide focused, evidence-informed support.