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Mark Heffernan

Therapist(He/They)
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I find myself naturally working with queer and male-identifying individuals who are seeking to reclaim pieces of themselves that anxiety, depression, trauma, and dependency have taken from them. I am here to help you find closure for the life events you likely did not consent to, transforming "unfinished buisness" into a foundation for your future. I provide a sex-positive, trans-affirming space that welcomes all genders and sexual orientations. I honor all romantic dynamics, ranging from monogamy to polyamory.

My approach to therapy

I am trauma-informed and curious about how your past shapes your present. We will use whats happening between us as a microcosm for change, helping your life take on new meaning, in real time, with each-other. There will be zero worksheets in this therapy. With dual LSW/LCADC licensure in PA and NJ, I support clients across the spectrum of recovery. Let’s turn what you perceive as vulnerabilities into the exact ingredients needed to build a life worth living.

I practice from a relational, psychodynamic, and gestalt perspective, with deep investment in the therapeutic relationship as a catalyst for change. I'm curious about how past and present relationships have influenced your entry into therapy, and the impact this may have on your future wellness. I'm DBT-informed and can offer grounding and coping skills when needed, upon your request.

What you can expect from me

To ensure I provide the highest standard of care, I do not offer 15-minute consultations. Brief calls rarely offer enough time to understand your unique needs and ensure we are the right fit. Instead, I start with a full initial intake session. To get started, please go ahead and book the initial intake with an available time slot. If for some reason there is a conflict I will contact you. You can always reach out via phone, text, or email if you have any questions, or if your seeking a time not available in plain sight.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Humorous, Affirming, Challenging

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Louisiana State University, Bachelor of Science at Stockton University
  • License type
    LCADC - Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Stress management, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based, Humanistic, Experiential, Relational
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English