Mark Smalley, LCSW

Licensed in Oklahoma · 29 years in practice

Mark Smalley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly three decades of experience.

License and registration

LCSW, Oklahoma: 2340 · expires December 2026
NPI: 1780791590 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 29
Languages: English

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About Mark

Mark Smalley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly three decades of experience. He offers calm, practical support for people facing anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma, and relationship or intimacy concerns. Mark speaks plainly and focuses on what a client needs right now.

He blends conversation with practical tools. That might mean learning ways to change unhelpful thoughts, practicing mindfulness, or using guided imagery to ease stress. He also pays attention to habits like sleep, eating, and movement because small daily changes often help mood and energy.

Background and approach

Mark brings 29 years of work in social services and clinical practice in Oklahoma. He describes his approach as holistic, treating emotional, mental, and physical aspects together. He has experience with a wide range of concerns, including ADHD, bipolar mood issues, addiction, and gender dysphoria.

Sessions are offered in English and are available to international clients. He uses approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and mindfulness techniques when appropriate. The choice of method is guided by the client’s needs and preferences.

People who want a down-to-earth therapist who connects practical steps to deeper patterns may find his style helpful. He focuses on building skills for coping with life changes, improving self-esteem, and reducing stress. The work aims to make day-to-day life more manageable.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Mark lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Depression
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Body image
Communication problems
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
HIV / AIDS
Isolation / loneliness
Men's issues
Mood disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia

Approaches Mark names

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Online support

How these approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping people set their own goals; online sessions use conversation to clarify what matters most and then build steps toward those goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, behaviors, and feelings connect and teaches concrete skills to change patterns that cause distress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is used for trauma-related memories and involves guided processing that can be adapted for video or phone work when appropriate.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, what has or hasn't helped before, and any preferences for pacing or methods. Together they pick methods to try and adjust the plan based on what feels useful and workable for the client.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and guided exercises. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat and text messaging support shorter check-ins, written reflections, or ongoing coaching between longer sessions. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into daily life.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Mark Smalley address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and related issues like grief, intimacy, sleep, and eating problems.

How would he describe his therapy style?

He practices a straightforward, client-centered approach that combines talk therapy with practical tools like mindfulness and habit changes.

What experience does he bring?

Mark has 29 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns and life situations.

What credentials and location apply?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - practicing from Oklahoma.

Which languages and clients are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

In what session formats can someone meet with him?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How is cost handled?

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

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