- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- LGBT issues
About Mark
Mark Casagrande is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 29 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, and issues related to LGBT identity. Social anxiety and phobia are listed among his focus areas as well.
He approaches work in a direct, strength-focused way. Sessions look at what’s already working in a person’s life and build from there. He talks with clients about practical steps they can try between meetings. Collaboration with medical providers for medication management is part of his routine when needed.
Mark emphasizes creating a trusting therapeutic relationship. He invites clients who are ready to consider change and who want to explore their own capacity to change. The work is described as mutual and purposeful rather than one-sided.
His practice addresses mood disorders and post-traumatic stress alongside more specific concerns like guilt, shame, forgiveness, self-love, sexuality, and life purpose. He also notes experience supporting people with caregiver strain and work-related stress.
In sessions he focuses on core strengths and building toward more consistent daily functioning. That may include talking through past hurts, developing coping strategies, and coordinating care with psychiatrists when medication could help. People considering him are encouraged to complete the matching questionnaire to arrange a first session and confirm current session options.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Two evidence-based techniques he uses are practical coping skills training and trauma-focused care. Coping skills work teaches concrete strategies for managing anxiety and stress, such as paced breathing, behavioral experiments, and stepwise exposure practices to reduce avoidance. Trauma-focused care looks at how past hurt affects current reactions and uses structured discussion and skills to reduce the impact of those memories.A strengths-based approach is also part of his work, which means sessions identify existing abilities and build on them to improve daily functioning and mood. Finding the right mix of methods is collaborative; the therapist and client discuss goals and preferences and adjust the plan over time based on what helps most.
For practical matters, confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking, since formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow follow-ups that focus on short check-ins or skill practice. Licensed professionals can use these remote options to maintain momentum between in-person visits, and the therapist will help match the session style to the client’s needs and schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
29+ years
Listed in
Delaware
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, trauma and LGBT-related questions. Social anxiety and phobia are also listed among his focus areas.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
His style is strength-focused and collaborative, with practical steps to try between sessions. He aims to build on what already helps in a person’s life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 29 years of clinical experience working with a range of mood and anxiety concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds the credential LCSW, listed as DE LCSW, and practices in Delaware.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the signup process.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.