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Therapist profile

Mark Gofstein, LMHC

Practical, person-centered support for life changes

Credentials
LMHC
LMHC, Massachusetts
LMHC1110 (expires December 2027)
Based in
Massachusetts
Years in practice
37
Languages
English
Sessions
Online

Details are as listed on the therapist's public professional profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

About Mark

Mark Gofstein is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Massachusetts with 37 years of experience. He focuses on practical, person-centered help for common struggles like stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem, and career challenges. He frames therapy as a partnership where the client is the expert on their own life and strengths.

He aims to support people who are ready to make changes and take small, steady steps toward a more satisfying life.

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Background and approach

In sessions he listens closely and helps people clarify goals. Conversations move from understanding what is hard now to finding manageable steps forward. He pays attention to everyday patterns that affect mood, confidence, and motivation.

This often includes work on communication problems and control issues. Mark also addresses emotional themes such as guilt, shame, and forgiveness in straightforward terms. He helps people consider impulses and choices so they can act in line with their values.

Discussions about life purpose and men’s issues are approached with practical questions and respect. Therapy can include talk, reflection, and planning for changes outside sessions. He uses a client-centered approach that keeps the person’s priorities at the center of care.

The aim is to build skills that make daily life easier and more meaningful. Sessions are offered in English and are available by multiple formats. People who want to begin can follow the site’s sign-up process to match with him and schedule visits.

Client-centered care delivered online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience. The therapist reflects what the client shares, helps them name their goals, and supports them to find their own solutions. This approach is often helpful for anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship difficulties where the person wants to be heard and guided rather than directed.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods and session formats fit their needs, goals, and daily life. This is a team effort where priorities are reviewed and adjusted as progress is made.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow a face-to-face conversation when a fuller discussion is needed. Phone sessions can use less bandwidth and work well for focused check-ins. Live chat or text messaging can make it easier to check in between sessions or to share short updates. These formats give practical flexibility for fitting therapy into a busy schedule.
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Frequently asked questions

What issues does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem, career problems, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on communication problems, control issues, and social anxiety.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is client-centered and straightforward. He listens closely and helps clients set practical goals and small steps for change.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 37 years of professional experience to his work in mental health counseling in Massachusetts.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an MA and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does he use?
He meets with clients by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Different formats allow flexibility for shorter check-ins or fuller conversations.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Therapeutic approaches

Experience
37 years
Licensed
Massachusetts
Languages
English