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Markus Douglas, LISW

  • Experience25 years
  • LocationOhio
  • Focus areasADHD, Addictions, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy
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About Markus

Markus Douglas is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 25 years of professional experience, primarily in the drug and alcohol field and in mental health care.

Background and approach

He focuses on helping people who are navigating addictions, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, grief, and relationship or intimacy concerns, and brings practical strategies to address workplace issues, domestic violence, divorce and separation, and ADHD-related challenges.

His approach blends evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness techniques to tailor interventions to each person's situation. Markus emphasizes open conversation as the first step toward change and pairs that with goal-oriented work to build new habits, improve coping, and reduce symptoms.

He draws on decades of clinical practice to offer structured, collaborative sessions that aim to move clients from talk to action. Practicing in Ohio, Markus works in English and offers multiple online session formats to fit varied schedules.

He encourages prospective clients to take the initial step of talking through their concerns so they can begin practical, achievable changes together.

Practical Approaches for Online Progress

Markus often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and practice different behaviors; this method is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day challenges. He also draws on Motivational Interviewing to support people who are ambivalent about change, especially in the context of substance use or other entrenched habits, by exploring values and enhancing motivation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Markus works with clients to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences, adapting techniques over time so that sessions match what the individual finds most useful and practical for change.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, online therapy with him prioritizes flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain momentum between sessions, and use brief check-ins or longer conversations as needed to practice skills and track progress.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Markus address?
He works with a wide range of issues including addictions, relationship and intimacy-related problems, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, stress, self-esteem, and ADHD along with workplace and separation-related difficulties.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style combines structured, practical techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy with motivational and mindfulness elements to help clients set goals and adopt new coping strategies.
What is his professional background?
Markus brings 25 years of experience, with long-standing work in the drug and alcohol field and extensive practice addressing other mental health and life issues.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is credentialed as an LISW and practices in Ohio; his license is listed as OH LISW I.1600085.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Clients may meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions priced and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English

What Markus can help with

Markus Douglas works with clients on addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes.

Markus works with individuals with issues with relationships, substance abuse, depression, and anxiety.

How Markus approaches therapy

Markus's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Markus is a Licensed Independent Social Worker practicing in Ohio, with 25 years of clinical experience.