Mark Harol
MS, LCMHC, NCC • Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
About
With a compassionate approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mark Harol, MS, LCMHC, NCC, guides individuals, couples, and families towards achieving their unique counseling goals. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Mark brings a wealth of experience to his practice, blending professional expertise with a deep understanding of life's challenges.
Mark's therapeutic philosophy centers on the interconnectedness of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. He views himself as a "coach," working collaboratively with clients to gain insight into how their cognitive patterns and communication styles affect both themselves and others. This approach allows Mark to intervene at various points in the cycle, tailoring his methods to each client's specific needs.
Specializing in a wide range of areas, Mark offers support for issues including sex addiction, depression, anxiety, couples counseling, family therapy, parenting support, grief counseling, work and career issues, stress management, addiction recovery, conflict resolution, and faith-sensitive counseling. His diverse skill set enables him to address the multifaceted challenges his clients face with nuance and expertise.
Mark's professional journey is enriched by his background as a retired United States Air Force veteran and his experience as a former owner of a successful medical recruiting firm. These unique experiences inform his practical, goal-oriented approach to therapy. Additionally, Mark has pursued post-graduate training in sex therapy through the Institute for Sexual Wholeness at Richmont Graduate University, demonstrating his commitment to specialized care in this sensitive area.
Clients working with Mark can expect a respectful, non-judgmental environment where they can explore their thoughts and emotions freely. While his personal approach is influenced by a Judeo-Christian worldview, Mark respects the dignity and self-determination of each individual, accommodating those who prefer a more secular approach to counseling. This flexibility, combined with his extensive experience and evidence-based methods, makes Mark a versatile and effective therapist capable of addressing a wide spectrum of mental health and relationship concerns.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Human Services, CT
- Master of Science in Professional Counseling, CT
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- National Certified Counselor
- American Counseling Association
- American Association of Christian Counselors
- American Board of Christian Sex Therapists
- Distance Certified Counselor
State Licenses
- Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief
- Marital and Premarital
- Sex Therapy
- Stress
- Substance Abuse
State Licenses
- North Carolina
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
Compliance
- HIPAA Compliant
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Locations
Hidden Stream Counseling - Raleigh Office
801 Oberlin Rd, 310
Raleigh, NC 27605