Mark Kaufman, LICSW
About me
Are you having thoughts and feelings that are self-critical, overwhelming, don’t mesh with your values, or are you procrastinating on your goals? Perhaps you and your partner are struggling in your relationship. I would be happy to help you. Sadness or anger may weigh us down. Trauma is often at the root of all of these, and I will honor your direction in how directly you choose to address the trauma.
I work with clients, both individuals and couples, who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma; some have family members with addictions or a severe mental illness. In gaining skill in identifying and evaluating thoughts that often go unnoticed and un-checked, you can improve how you think and how you feel.
The process can be hard, you are worth it, I am so glad you are reaching out!
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Communication problems, Emptiness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Post-traumatic stress
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
License information
MN LICSW 21928
Reviews
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I've worked with Mark for longer than any other therapist that I've tried and I am glad that I've been able to. Mark has been very helpful in working with me on re-framing patterns that I find myself getting caught in and I think he's good at finding a balance of listening to me and noticing when it would be good to ask questions or explore things further. I'd definitely recommend Mark as a therapist.
Written on Sep 15, 2022 after therapy with Mark for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and career difficulties
Mark does a great job of letting you lead and then gently guiding you towards resolutions. I'm really happy I've been working him him for a while now and he doesn't make me feel like I need to share any more or any less than I naturally do. I'd definitely recommend him.
Written on Mar 06, 2021 after therapy with Mark for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Mark is consistently helpful and amazing!
Written on Feb 16, 2021 after therapy with Mark for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Mark is thoughtful, attentive, analytical, and smart.
He has given me some of the best advice of any experience I’ve had in therapy.
Written on Oct 13, 2020 after therapy with Mark for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
So far so good! Just having an outlet to talk has already helped me grow! Our first live session is this Thursday! Very excited!
Written on Sep 15, 2020 after therapy with Mark for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Mark is patient, understanding, and knowlegable. He provides concrete methods of addressing mental health needs. I recommend him highly.
Written on Apr 27, 2020 after therapy with Mark for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue