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Mark German

IL LCPC 180001866
Credentials
IL LCPC 180001866
NPI Number
1922357268
Location
Illinois
Languages
English
Mark German
34 years experience | Intl Clients Welcome

About Mark German

As a licensed therapist with over three decades of professional experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My approach integrates compassionate, evidence-based strategies to address challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.

I offer a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can explore difficult emotions, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and work towards meaningful personal transformation. My expertise spans diverse areas including communication challenges, social anxiety, life purpose exploration, grief recovery, and interpersonal relationship healing.

My practice is grounded in understanding each individual’s unique journey, with a commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can authentically engage with their experiences. Whether you’re navigating workplace stress, relationship transitions, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m dedicated to walking alongside you with professional insight and genuine care.

Licenses

LCPC
180001866

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Coaching
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Attachment issues
  • Body image
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Divorce and separation
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Impulsivity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Mood disorders
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Sexuality
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Workplace issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Mark is great and I have enjoyed and used the tools we have discussed to help me.”

“Mark has really helped me out in dealing with my ongoing issues. He often provides a fresh perspective on handling certain situations”

“Mark is very calming and you feel immediately like you can trust him.”

“Mark German is a great listener. He also speaks in a kind voice, like an old friend. I really appreciate our conversations.”

“Mark does a great job of understanding the bigger picture and creating actionable steps moving forward. Very important when things seem too big.”

“He’s engaged, flexible with scheduling and he seems committed to at least listening to me.”

“Mark has been someone I have stuck with the longest whether on this platform or traditional office visits. I value our conversations more than anything and he’s super easy to talk to!”

“His help has gotten me through a rough time in my life and has given me strength to keep going.”

“Mark is the best and continues to help me with daily exercises for my mental health!”

“Mark has been a valuable resource for my husband and me during a challenging period in our marriage. His approachable demeanor created an immediate sense of ease for both of us. He demonstrates genuine curiosity, attentive listening, and asks insightful questions. He effectively provides suggestions while encouraging us to identify strategies that may better suit our relationship patterns. Thanks to his guidance, we have made significant progress in a relatively short amount of time.”

“Mark is exactly what I was looking for in a therapist. He is a great listener, and while his suggestions and ideas are based off his expertise, he raises them in a personally relevant way.”

“Mark has been an amazing therapist. He's an attentive listener and always brings a fresh perspective to my challenges. He really helps me to get to the root of who I am and what I want.”

“Mark is great—supportive, approachable, and highly knowledgeable. He takes the time to truly understand your needs and offers thoughtful, effective guidance. Working with him has been a positive and rewarding experience. Highly recommended!”

“He is really understanding and patient! He listens carefully and offers help to the best of his ability”

“Mark has a wealth of experience and a good understanding of multiple modalities and healing. I appreciate the way he listens, relates and reflects back during our conversations. He has been instrumental and providing a safe space while I navigate a very difficult time in my life.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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