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Dr. Mark Chustz, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Mark is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Mark. View 22 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Massachusetts

Recent reviews

He is a wonderful listener and genuinely cares. Gives great advice and recommends productive mental exercises for long term growth

Sep 2024

Love this guy so much. I’ve never gotten much out of therapy or looked forward to my appointments until I met him. I get so much out of our phone sessions but sometimes I wish we could chat over video. Not a big deal at all though!

Jun 2024

More about Mark

  • 34 years' experience
  • Male
  • LICSW

Thank you for checking my profile. Congratulations for getting this far in reaching out to a stranger for help. It's never easy. I know from personal experience.

I have been a Social Worker for 34 years. I love being able to help people make the changes they know they need to make. If you don't know what changes you need to make, that may be where we start. We all have a part of ourselves that knows what we need to do or how we need to be. Part of a therapist's job is to help you find that part of yourself and give it a voice.

I have seen and heard it all in my time as a therapist. So, have no concerns about sharing information with me, whenever you feel comfortable. We will start from where you are. You are in the perfect place to take the next step on your way to a better life. Remember that the perfect human does not exist. We are all working to make progress, not to become perfect.

I have worked in outpatient and inpatient mental health centers for years. I recently retired from teaching Social Work and Healthcare Management at a local 4-year college. I have also worked in Hospice and Home Health for many years. The type of sessions we have will be based on your needs. Every client is different. I look forward to hearing from you.

Specialties

Addictions Relationship issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Divorce and separation Drug and Alcohol Addiction Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fatherhood Issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and End of Life Counseling Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Post-traumatic stress Sex Addiction Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Mark Chustz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740418342.

  • LICSW · Massachusetts · 120150 · Expires May 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions. Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Dr. Mark Chustz

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

22 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Helped Helpful Listens Great listener Amazing Calm Caring Confident

He is a wonderful listener and genuinely cares. Gives great advice and recommends productive mental exercises for long term growth

Sep 2024

Love this guy so much. I’ve never gotten much out of therapy or looked forward to my appointments until I met him. I get so much out of our phone sessions but sometimes I wish we could chat over video. Not a big deal at all though!

Jun 2024

Dr Chustz helped me get through a lot this year. A breakup, a loss and a new career. Helped keep me confident and grounded throughout. Looking forward to continuing with him as time goes on. Highly recommend

Mar 2024

I loved my former therapist but would often feel lousy about "needing" to go to therapy. Big shift with Dr. Chustz - I "WANT" to go to therapy every week. Feels great, man!

Feb 2024

Dr. Chustz has helped me tremendously on my life journey. I would recommend him to anyone.

Feb 2024

Great listener and has valuable advice

Dec 2023

Great therapist with a lot of experience!

Nov 2023

Great therapist! Helped me a lot!

Jul 2023

He’s cool calm and collected, I’d recommend him. He has a lot of life experience to reference, which helps me understand my own situations. He even responds to my journal entries, which I appreciate. He is respectful and seems to truly wish the best for others. Most of all, he listens to what you have to say and understands. His ability to process incoming dialogue and return tailored responses is outstanding.

Feb 2023

Love him.

Apr 2023

He has a very calming presence and I feel as if I can speak to him about anything.

Feb 2023

Dr. Chustz is a professional and experienced therapist. Our sessions in the past few month was extremely helpful. I highly recommend him.

S.E.·Aug 2022

Mark has been fantastic thus far,

C.H.·May 2022

I believe he is an expert and his suggestions are valuable

S.E.·Mar 2022

He’s a great Dr

C.H.·Mar 2022

Dr. Chustz has provided me with the necessary support and asked questions that have helped pinpoint deeper sources of discontent.

M.I.·Feb 2022

I have been meeting with Dr. Chustz for almost a month now, and he has been an incredibly important part of my grieving process over my mom’s recent passing. His warmth, wisdom, honesty and grace is a gift to his clients, and I cannot recommend him highly enough!!

C.R.·Dec 2021

I really appreciated Dr.; Chustz' help with my ongoing problem. He gave me specific advice and listened intently to my concerns; he was very empathetic and helpful; I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a kind, non-judgmental counselor with excellent listening skills and positive feedback. I genuinely felt Dr. Chustz cared about my problem,, and I appreciated talking to an objective counselor.

H.E.·Aug 2021

Laid back style, humorous, good practical advice and assistance with immediate issues. Lets me run the topics but keeps me on track when i start to wander too far. I dont find him as challenging or diagnostically/treatment focused as other mental health providers i have seen over the years, but I do feel BETTER and more in control of my life after a session.

S.A.·Aug 2021

I have gained so much from only a few sessions so far with Mark. He is caring but also able to give me honest feedback/observations that have really been helpful for me to hear. He has a good sense of humor which is always a plus.

R.O.·May 2021

Dr. Mark is very knowledgeable, relatable and and a great listener. Can explain things clearly and is compassionate.

K.A.·May 2021

He’s amazing! Listens and gives great advice! Helps me dig deeper in my problems to find resolutions of my own. No judgement, very genuine! Highly recommend!

D.E.·Jan 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Mark Chustz offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Mark Chustz works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Mark Chustz speak?

Dr. Mark Chustz speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Mark Chustz have?

Dr. Mark Chustz has 34 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Mark Chustz licensed to practice?

Dr. Mark Chustz is licensed to practice in Massachusetts.

Does Dr. Mark Chustz accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. Mark Chustz accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Mark Chustz offer?

Dr. Mark Chustz offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Mark Chustz?

Dr. Mark Chustz can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Mark Chustz?

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