Mark Schiffman , LCSW

Mark Schiffman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who brings 25 years of clinical experience to individual, family and group psychotherapy. He creates individualized strategies to help people release physical and emotional pain and to reduce worry, stress, dissatisfaction and sadness so they can move toward personal goals and greater well-being.

He works with both children and adults, using play therapy and behavioral techniques to support younger clients in a safe, nurturing setting, while offering compassionate listening, reflective exploration and a non-judgmental, supportive atmosphere for all ages. His practice emphasizes practical tools and tailored plans so clients and their families can foster positive energy and maximize potential.

Trained at New York University with a master level degree, he integrates a range of evidence-informed methods, including cognitive and insight-oriented approaches, behavior modification, dialectical behavior techniques, emotionally focused work and trauma-based treatment. Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, grief and intimacy-related issues, as well as coping with life changes, parenting and career concerns. Mark combines clinical experience with compassionate guidance to help clients build skills, improve relationships and navigate difficult transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Mark Schiffman

Mark Schiffman draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this practical approach is often used for anxiety, depression, stress and many everyday challenges. He also uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness - tools that can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship struggles and impulse-related concerns. Mindfulness-based techniques are woven into his work to increase present-moment awareness, reduce reactivity and support coping with stress and trauma-related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to assess needs, goals and preferences, adapting methods over time so the treatment fits the client rather than forcing a single model. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend techniques to address complex issues in a way that feels most helpful to the individual.

Online care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling, access for those who live far from traditional offices, and options to continue work during life transitions. These formats allow ongoing therapeutic connection and skill practice in a way that fits varied lifestyles and commitments.