Markus Douglas, LISW

Markus Douglas is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with a long history of work in substance use and broader mental health care. He brings 25 years of experience in the drug and alcohol field and has spent 15 years supporting people facing other mental health and life challenges. His training and practice draw on evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor work to each person’s needs.

He focuses on helping people address addictions and relationship difficulties, cope with anxiety and depression, process trauma and grief, and navigate life changes such as divorce or separation. He also works with issues like anger, self-esteem, ADHD, workplace concerns, and intimate partner or domestic violence when present. Markus emphasizes open conversation as the starting point for change and partners with people to identify practical steps that move them forward.

Markus aims to create a straightforward, goal-oriented process that helps individuals clarify priorities, build skills, and apply strategies that fit their daily lives. His approach balances structured techniques with collaborative support so people can make meaningful progress on the concerns that matter most to them.