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My name is Shawn Markey and I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician in the state of Massachusetts specializing in the myriad of issues surrounding Drug/Alcohol misuse, Anxiety, Depression, Legal/Behavioral, Communication and Parenting. I incorporate a Person-Centered, Existential approach to therapy while utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Support Building and Mindfulness to aid with pressing concerns while clients are encouraged to take a deeper dive into behaviors and experiences which may be causing repeat negative experiences. For those who are unsure about what might be causing interference in your daily life, yet looking for change, I will utilize Motivational Interviewing to help identify the true issues and create a comprehensive treatment plan to work towards both short and long term goals.
I have 7 years of professional counseling experience in both clinic and private practice working with people from diverse backgrounds and ages after close to 15 years of counseling in various high school settings (Catholic, Private and Public). I believe in a warm, inclusive approach where we will work together to identify goals, build support and self-esteem. I will then challenge you to go outside of your comfort zone, at an appropriate pace, to gradually incorporate change and learned coping skills to better deal with life issues. I encourage clients to better understand the felt sense in order to guide you on life's journey and learn to be comfortable being uncomfortable.
Asking for help is a sign of strength! I commend you for seeking someone to connect with and make the changes necessary to live a more fulfilling life. I look forward to working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Communication problems, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
MA LMHC 9341
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Shawn Markey. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Shawn is insightful brilliant and knowledgeable. He’s the man for you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Iris
Written on Jan 18, 2021 after therapy with Shawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Dr Markey is a kind professional and feels like he understands where I am and what I’m trying to handle. I have enjoyed starting the process with him and very hopeful that I will make improvements.
Written on Jan 06, 2021 after therapy with Shawn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Shawn is so insightful; in the short few weeks I've been working with him I feel like we have been able to sort of organize a plan and I've thought about my issues and their solutions in entirely new ways. He is non judgemental and sincerely happy to talk to you. I've never experienced therapy to be so active and useful. I'm so glad I joined Better Help and was assigned to Shawn.
Written on Dec 22, 2020 after therapy with Shawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Shawn has helped me gain a positive perspective on my life and change my focus from shortcomings or failures to my strengths and achievements.
He really examines my problems carefully and provided worksheets to help me identify my goals and triggers for my anger issues. This greatly helped me to increase self-awareness.
Written on Oct 30, 2020 after therapy with Shawn for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger management, and career difficulties
Since i start my therapy with Shawn I felt a connection right away. He gives me amazing support and solutions/advice that has been really helpful for me. In only a few weeks my life has seemed to be improving with his care and guidance.
Written on Oct 10, 2020 after therapy with Shawn for 1 month on issues concerning anger management
I’ve had many counselors in my time and the match with Shawn couldn’t have been more perfect! He really motivates me and I feel I have a very strong connection with him although we have never met face to face!
Written on Oct 03, 2020 after therapy with Shawn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd