- stress and anxiety
- trauma informed care
- practical skill building
About Marcus
Marcus Mccray is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Texas with three years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes. Marcus works with people who struggle with negative thought patterns and want practical steps to feel more in control.
He uses straightforward language and familiar examples in sessions. Marcus looks for strengths people already have and builds from those abilities. He often challenges clients to try concrete actions between sessions to test new ways of thinking and behaving.
Marcus says therapy involves changing unhelpful thoughts and taking steps toward realistic goals. He aims for goals that can be reached with steady effort and clear feedback. Sessions include discussion, simple exercises, and encouragement to practice new skills in daily life.
As a retired military veteran, Marcus draws on community and group therapy experience he gained over three years working with trauma-informed approaches locally. That background shapes how he notices stress reactions and practical coping needs, without assuming any one path fits everyone.
People who prefer direct observations and plain talk may find his style useful. Marcus emphasizes honest feedback that is intended to be easy to use. He asks clients to try small changes and reports they often notice improvements in routines, relationships, and mood over time.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Marcus uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on changing unhelpful thoughts and building everyday skills. One common approach focuses on recognizing and challenging negative thinking patterns to reduce anxiety and improve mood. That method helps people who get stuck in self-critical or fearful thoughts.Another technique centers on practical skill building - small exercises and behavioral experiments that test new ways of acting. These steps can reduce avoidance and increase confidence in social or stressful situations. Both approaches aim to produce clear, doable steps rather than abstract explanations.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Marcus will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. He checks in regularly and adjusts plans based on what is helping and what feels manageable.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people try exercises between sessions in real-world settings and then bring observations back to talk through with the therapist.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Marcus help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes, plus related topics such as attachment and communication problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions use plain language, direct feedback, and practical exercises. He encourages action steps clients can try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
Marcus has three years of experience, including trauma-informed and group therapy work in the local community.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC, licensed in Texas, and practices there.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location, and sessions are paid through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.