Doctoral-Level Internship:
VA North Texas Health Care System
Dallas, TX
Fellowship:
Beck Community Initiative, University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
Area of Special Interest:
Integrated Behavioral Health Care
Chronic Pain
Insomnia
Weight Loss/Diet & Nutrition
Smoking Cessation
Health Coaching/Chronic Health Condition Adjustment and Management
Philosophy of Care:
I aim to provide patient-centered, holistic and compassionate care to each patient, and work collaboratively with them to provide a treatment that is tailored to their individualized needs.
Personal Statement
Mark was born and raised in Connecticut and completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Connecticut. He went on to complete his Master of Science in Counseling and Clinical Health Psychology and Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). Mark completed his postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania’s Beck Community Initiative, where he trained therapists and other mental health providers throughout the greater Philadelphia area in evidence-based treatment practices.
During his time in graduate school, Mark developed a strong passion for patient-centered, team-based approaches to care that focus on treating the whole person. His training at PCOM provided him with the unique opportunity to learn alongside students who were pursuing degrees in other healthcare disciplines, and this, alongside innumerable other experiences learning and practicing in integrated healthcare environments, fostered a desire to pursue a career in a primary care environment that emphasized team-based, whole person care. Mark was fortunate to train at the Center for Family Health during his fourth year of graduate doctoral training, and his positive experience with this site led him to pursue his current position.
Beyond his clinical work in psychology and behavioral sciences, Mark enjoys teaching in the Masters in Counseling program at the PCOM. He also is passionate about physical fitness and nutrition, often using his free time to engage in some form of physical activity; namely competing in road and mud races, climbing, biking, weight training, and yoga. He also indulges in cooking and music-related activities, relying on both as two of his most necessary self-care practices. Beyond his personal interests, Mark loves to spend time with friends and family, preferring to travel as much as possible!