Mark Sikora , LICSW

Mark Sikora is a licensed social worker practicing in Washington with 40 years of professional experience. He holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, reflecting advanced training and independent clinical practice in social work.

Over his long career he has worked with people facing a broad range of challenges, including depression, anxiety and panic, bipolar and psychotic conditions, and situations that arise after critical incidents in public settings. He also recognizes the fluid nature of grieving and attends to how loss and change shape people s lives. Mark emphasizes clients own expertise in their stories and looks for the strengths that can support change and resilience.

Therapy with Mark centers on supporting steady steps toward more fulfilling and satisfying daily life. He acknowledges that seeking help takes courage and approaches each relationship with respect for the client s goals and pace. His role is to offer guidance, practical tools, and steady support as clients work through what has been challenging them.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Mark Sikora draws on several evidence-informed approaches adapted for online delivery. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients clarify what matters most to them and develop skills to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve everyday functioning - it is commonly applied for worry, panic, and mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an accepting, nonjudgmental relationship and supports clients in exploring their own values and solutions - it can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and processing personal challenges.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Mark will collaborate with each client to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and may blend techniques as the process unfolds. This collaborative approach helps tailor care to the individual.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, manage transportation or mobility limitations, and maintain continuity of care. Many clients find that these options increase access to consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists while accommodating different communication styles and life demands.