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- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT concerns
- Grief and loss
About Mark
Dr. Mark Gabel is a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 40 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes.
Dr. Gabel trained in psychology and social work, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Master of Social Work, and a PhD in Human Services with a specialization in social and community services. He has worked in psychiatric social work in both inpatient and outpatient settings, hospice, long-term care, and community mental health in New York State and Florida.
He has also taught social work and human services courses at undergraduate and graduate levels, including as an adjunct faculty member for an online Bachelor of Social Work program based in southern California. His background includes service as a U.S. Navy veteran and ordination as an Episcopal deacon.
In sessions he focuses on practical conversation and problem solving. He helps people talk through symptoms like panic attacks, social anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. He also addresses relationship-related topics such as attachment, abandonment, communication problems, and forgiveness.
People contact him about isolation, questions of life purpose, self-love, and navigating major life changes. He encourages open discussion of thoughts and feelings and works collaboratively to identify next steps. For details about session options, users should confirm current formats before booking.
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How evidence-based techniques are used in remote sessions
Dr. Gabel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on reducing distress and improving daily functioning. One common approach is trauma-focused work, which helps people process distressing memories and symptoms related to past abuse or traumatic events. This can help lower reactivity and improve sleep, mood, and daily coping. He also applies anxiety-focused strategies that target panic attacks, social anxiety, and persistent worry. These techniques involve identifying patterns of thought, practicing steps to manage panic symptoms, and developing gradual exposure to feared situations when appropriate. For grief and loss, sessions offer space to talk through feelings and map practical next steps for adjustment. Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to test what helps most, adjusting methods to match their goals and preferences. That means planning sessions together and checking in on progress regularly. Confirm the specific session formats before booking, since the original biography does not list formats explicitly. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during breaks, or avoiding the need to be on camera if that is preferable. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to maintain continuity of care and apply the same therapeutic techniques they use in person.Sheet 3
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and relationship issues such as attachment and communication.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses practical conversation and problem-focused work to identify steps that can help day-to-day. Sessions emphasize talking through feelings and planning concrete actions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 40 years of clinical experience across psychiatric social work, hospice, long-term care, and community mental health. He has also taught social work and human services at undergraduate and graduate levels.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida. His practice and background include work in New York State and Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.