Mark Odell

Mark Odell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida. He is a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer with a master's degree in counseling and psychology and brings 14 years of clinical work to his practice. He provides individual counseling to adults and teens and focuses on practical steps people can use right away.

He helps people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and career-related stress. Mark also supports those coping with grief, addictions, eating issues, and relationship problems. Many clients seek help for family of origin issues, communication problems, codependency, and feelings of emptiness.

In sessions he blends client-centered listening with goal-focused tools from cognitive behavioral therapy. He also uses EMDR for trauma work and draws on existential and Jungian ideas when exploring meaning and identity. The work is collaborative and tailored to each person's goals.

Mark tends to focus on concrete change rather than long lectures. He helps people identify patterns, try new behaviors, and set achievable steps. He also offers coaching-style support for career and life transitions.

People who want a direct, experienced clinician with a practical approach often find his style helpful. He asks questions, listens carefully, and helps clients plan small, manageable changes that add up over time.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding your experience. The therapist reflects what you say, helps you feel heard, and supports your own problem solving. This approach is useful for building trust and deciding what to work on.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. Sessions use simple exercises and small experiments to change unhelpful thinking and behavior, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a method used for trauma that helps process upsetting memories. It involves guided techniques to reduce the emotional intensity of past events and can be offered when trauma is a central concern.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and suggest methods that match your needs. This is a collaborative process and can change as your goals evolve.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the session formats offered before booking. Many people find remote therapy helpful because it fits around work, reduces travel time, and lets them check in during a busy day. Online work can also make it easier to continue care during life changes while focusing on the same therapeutic methods described above.