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Markus Douglas

Markus Douglas

LISW

Ohio

Helping people move from talk to action

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At a glance

Credentials
LISW
License
LISW, Ohio / I.1600085
Experience
25 years
Languages
English
Location
Ohio

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    • Practical steps
    • Motivation-focused
    • Mindful strategies

    About Markus

    Markus Douglas is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 25 years of experience. He works with people who are struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and life changes. He encourages open, honest conversation as the first step toward change.

    Markus has spent much of his career in the drug and alcohol field and has 15 years focused on broader mental health and life challenges. He uses practical, goal-oriented methods like cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused work to help people identify small, achievable steps. Motivational Interviewing is a regular part of his approach and helps when someone is unsure about making changes.

    In sessions he listens for what matters most to the person and helps turn that into action. He also draws on mindfulness tools to reduce stress and improve focus. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at building skills that fit into daily life.

    People often come for support after a breakup, during a separation, while coping with workplace stress, or to address substance use. Markus supports work on anger, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, ADHD-related struggles, and intimacy-related issues. He helps people plan next steps and practice them between sessions.

    Based in Ohio, Markus offers a practical, collaborative approach. He asks questions, reflects what he hears, and works with each person to set realistic goals and track progress.

  2. How Markus blends motivation, behavior, and mindfulness online

    Markus often combines Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Motivational Interviewing focuses on exploring a person’s own reasons for change and strengthening motivation without pressure. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns.

    He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice stress and stay present. Mindfulness practice can reduce reactivity and improve focus during hard moments. Together these approaches support making realistic changes, managing cravings, lowering anxiety, and improving mood.

    Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Markus will talk with each person about their goals, try different strategies, and adjust plans based on what works. The aim is to pick tools that fit daily life and match the person’s preferences.

    If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time so people can focus on progress rather than logistics.

  4. 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

    Listed in

    Ohio

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does Markus address?

    He helps people facing addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, anger, relationship and intimacy issues, low self-esteem, ADHD, and related concerns like workplace problems, divorce and separation, and domestic violence.

    What is his therapeutic style like?

    Sessions are practical and goal-focused. He uses conversation to identify small, doable changes and supports action between meetings.

    How much experience does he bring?

    He has 25 years of experience, including extensive work in the drug and alcohol field and 15 years addressing broader mental health and life issues.

    Where is he licensed and based?

    Markus holds the LISW credential and practices in Ohio as an Ohio LISW.

    Which languages are supported?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Are international clients accepted?

    He does not accept international clients at this time.

    How are fees and payment handled?

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

    How do I begin working with him?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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