Hi there, I'm Mark!

I'm here to walk alongside you with compassion, insight, and support. I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, faith-based struggles, and life transitions. My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, grounded in creating a safe space where your voice is heard and your goals matter.

My focus

I work with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and issues of identity, faith, and self-worth. Whether healing from past wounds, building resilience, or clarifying purpose, I'll partner with you to create a personalized path forward guided by your values and strengths.

My approach

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you recognize and reshape thought patterns holding you back. This approach offers practical tools for greater control over emotions and behaviors. I also incorporate mindfulness and trauma-informed strategies for whole-person healing.

My communication style

I prioritize clear, compassionate communication to create a space where you feel seen and heard. I practice active listening with empathy, giving you room to reflect while gently guiding when needed. My style is calm, grounded, and patient, especially with difficult topics.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey into counseling and pastoral care comes from my own experience with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I’ve learned the healing that comes through compassionate support. As both pastor and clinician, I help people integrate emotional and spiritual care so they can heal, grow, and rediscover hope and purpose.

My goals for you

Healing and growth happen through partnership. Together, we'll identify goals that matter to you—whether finding emotional stability, restoring purpose, or strengthening relationships. I'll offer support, practical tools, and encouragement to help you move forward with clarity and resilience.

Our first session

Our first session is a chance to get to know each other in a calm, supportive space. We'll discuss what brings you to therapy and what you hope to gain. I understand starting therapy can feel overwhelming, so we'll go at your pace. My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, and supported.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Behavioral Activation

Christian Counseling

Dialectical (DBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Oxford Health Plans
Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
All Savers

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Ministry (D MIN) in Clinical Counseling of Trauma from Pentecostal Theological Seminary and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical & Mental Health Counseling from Pentecostal Theological Seminary.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

1020 W Grove Ave, Visalia, CA 93291

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Mark Taylor