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Mark Sayre

Practical, collaborative therapy for mood and anxiety

LMFT California

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English

About Mark

Mark Sayre is a California-licensed LMFT with two decades of clinical experience helping people navigate mood concerns, relationship pressures, and traumatic experiences.

Background and approach

He focuses on issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, and parenting challenges, drawing on a blend of evidence-informed techniques to support change. Mark approaches clients with respect for their personal knowledge and strengths, working collaboratively to identify practical steps toward greater well-being.

His style emphasizes listening and partnership; he encourages clients to define goals that matter to them and to build skills that fit their lives. Mark uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and mindfulness-informed strategies to address symptoms like panic, social anxiety, isolation, and difficulty with impulsivity.

He frames therapy as a courageous process of growth and offers steady support while clients practice new ways of coping and relating. Available to people in California, Mark offers a steady, empathetic presence for those seeking to explore life purpose, increase self-compassion, or manage mood disorders.

He values clarity and practical tools, while honoring each person’s unique story and pace of change.

Approaches that guide online therapy and what to expect

Mark integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered techniques to bring structure and empathy to online work. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, panic, depression, and mood symptoms, offering concrete strategies for testing and changing those patterns. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening, validation, and the client’s own pace and priorities to create an environment where insight and growth can emerge.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and how symptoms show up in daily life, then tailor interventions and practices to those needs so clients feel involved in choosing their path forward.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from home or work, support ongoing skill practice between meetings, and accommodate varied communication preferences while working toward meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

Which concerns does Mark commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues, along with related concerns like panic, social anxiety, isolation, and life purpose.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered approach that combines practical skill-building with mindfulness awareness to help clients meet their goals.
How long has he practiced clinically?
He brings 20 years of professional experience working with a range of mood and anxiety concerns and trauma-related issues.
What credentials and location are documented?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist with the designation CA LMFT 47957 and practices in California.
Does he offer services in other languages or internationally?
He provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to client preference.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are offered through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English