Stephen Marks

I'm definitely not neurotypical! I'm primarily a DBT practitioner (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) as it is a skills-based protocol that actually works. Therapy doesn't have to be boring!

People say I'm funny, irreverent, smart, and a bit weird. I have been a DBT skills trainer and individual therapist since 2013.

DBT is very effective in treating depression, anxiety, and just generally feeling lousy.

I also ride a motorcycle, play the guitar, and I used to be a serious rock climber and mountaineer. Used to be...

I like DBT because it offers actual useable skills to come to an understanding of how your mind works. "Understanding Brings Authority!"

I listen, create dialogue, and look for workable solutions to your particular life challenges.

Mostly developing a rapport, meaning trust and finding common ground. I usually also teach at least one DBT skill for tolerating distress. We also work together to create a treatment plan that works for YOU.