Mark Mortier
M.A., LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor
About
With over three decades of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Mark Mortier, M.A., LPC, brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Director of Christian Therapy at Genesis Counseling Center. His approach to therapy is personalized and holistic, addressing the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of health.
Mark's practice is characterized by its diverse range of specialties. He has extensive training in addiction recovery, helping individuals and their loved ones overcome challenges related to alcohol, drugs, sexual issues, internet use, and gaming. His work with men focuses on improving relationship skills, emotional regulation, anger management, and overall coping strategies, often in preparation for couples counseling.
In his couples work, Mark draws from various approaches including Family Systems, Love and Respect concepts, and Marriage Builders materials. He excels in improving communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and overall couple satisfaction, tailoring his approach to the unique stages of life and relationship patterns of each couple.
Mark's experience extends to working with children and adolescents, particularly those on the high-functioning end of the Autism Spectrum. He collaborates extensively with school systems and other professionals to address attention, learning, and social issues. Mark often utilizes psychological testing to clarify primary problems and inform the counseling process, aiming to empower parents in training and enjoying their children.
Throughout his career, Mark has gained valuable experience in diverse settings, including Employee Assistance Programs, Public/Private Agencies, and Military Counseling Programs. His commitment to continuous learning is evident in his participation in conferences and continuing education with many of the great counseling pioneers and respected leaders in psychotherapy.
Mark's personal life enriches his professional practice. Married for over 30 years with adult children and grandchildren, he has served in church leadership, on a Peacemakers mediation team, and is currently involved in men's ministry. His Christian faith is central to his work and life. Mark's varied interests, including kayaking, hiking, woodworking, and travel, along with his experiences living in Germany and Alaska, have broadened his cultural understanding and inform his therapeutic approach.
At Genesis Counseling Center, Mark Mortier offers a unique blend of professional expertise, personal experience, and faith-based insights, providing compassionate and effective therapy for individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges.
Qualifications
Education
- Master of Arts
State Licenses
- Licensed Professional Counselor, 1991
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Child or Adolescent
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Substance Abuse
State Licenses
- Virginia
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Locations
Genesis Counseling Center - Williamsburg
1769 Jamestown Rd
Williamsburg, VA 23185