Lexi Marks LSW

I specialize in CBT, a practical and effective approach, to help individuals identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. Through CBT, I work with clients to recognize how their thoughts influence their emotions and actions. Together, we develop strategies to shift those patterns. This approach is effective in addressing anxiety, depression, and stress by empowering clients to make lasting changes by challenging negative thoughts and adopting healthier ways of thinking.

Anxiety can feel overwhelming and all-consuming, but it doesn’t have to control your life. I help clients understand the root of their anxiety and develop practical tools to manage it, whether it shows up as racing thoughts, constant worry, panic attacks, or physical symptoms. I use approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and grounding techniques. I work collaboratively with clients to reduce anxiety, build resilience, and regain a sense of calm and control in daily life.

PTSD can make it feel like the past is always present, impacting your sense of safety, trust, and peace. I work with clients to gently process trauma at their own pace, using a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes safety, empowerment, and healing. Through techniques like CBT, grounding, and mindfulness, I help individuals manage triggers, reduce symptoms, and reconnect with their strengths. Together, we work toward healing and building a life that feels more stable and secure.

Depression can feel like a heavy weight that makes even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming. I support clients in understanding the underlying patterns that contribute to their depression while helping them build practical strategies to improve mood, motivation, and daily functioning. Using approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and strength-based practices, I work with clients to reconnect with a sense of hope, purpose, and self-compassion as they move toward healing.

I specialize in Mindfulness-Based approaches, which focus on helping individuals develop greater awareness of the present moment without judgment. I guide clients in cultivating a deeper understanding of their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations. This practice encourages acceptance, reduces stress, and enhances emotional regulation. By integrating mindfulness into therapy, I help clients build resilience, improve focus, and create lasting change in how they respond to life’s challenges.

I specialize in Motivational Interviewing, a client-centered, collaborative approach designed to help individuals explore and resolve ambivalence in making positive changes. Through MI, I create a supportive environment where clients can reflect on their goals, confront challenges, and tap into their intrinsic motivation. This approach helps clients gain clarity, strengthen their commitment to change, and build confidence in their ability to make lasting transformations.