About Mark

Mark Schachter is a New York psychologist with four decades of clinical experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, depression, and attention difficulties such as ADHD. He works in a straightforward way and focuses on practical steps people can use day to day.

He writes treatment plans to match each person's needs and meets clients with respect and compassion. Across his career he has supported people dealing with concentration and memory problems and other cognitive concerns after injury.

Background and approach

He also has experience related to autism and Asperger syndrome and intellectual disability. His long practice means he has seen many presentations and learned ways to simplify steps toward improvement. In sessions he aims to tailor conversations so they fit each person's life and goals.

He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques chosen to address the problems someone brings. He keeps explanations plain and focuses on skills people can try between sessions. He describes therapy as a collaborative process.

The client and therapist set priorities together and track progress over time. People are encouraged to raise questions and adjust the plan as needed. Mark holds the credential NY Psychologist 006424 and practices in New York.

He offers a range of remote session formats to suit different schedules and communication preferences.

Evidence-based approaches and online care

Mark uses well-established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques chosen to match the problem a person brings. One common approach focuses on developing practical skills for managing anxiety and stress, such as short breathing exercises, behavioral activation, and planning manageable routines that reduce overwhelm. These techniques aim to help people regain a sense of control and predictability in daily life.

Another approach addresses attention and concentration challenges by breaking tasks into smaller steps, building structured habits, and using memory supports and strategies to improve focus. This is useful for people who struggle with procrastination, distractibility, or keeping track of tasks after brain injury or with ADHD-related difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what works. Sessions emphasize clear explanations and concrete practice so progress can be tracked over time.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging provide flexible, written ways to stay connected between longer sessions. These formats help people access care from different locations and routines.

Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Mark address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting matters, depression, and attention difficulties such as ADHD. Additional focus areas include autism and Asperger syndrome, intellectual disability, post-traumatic stress, and traumatic brain injury.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is practical and straightforward, with plain talk and step-by-step suggestions. He tailors conversations and plans to each person’s needs and prefers a collaborative tone.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 40 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns related to mood, attention, memory, and trauma.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as NY Psychologist 006424 and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with him?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
40 years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English

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