Caley Markuson

Caley Markuson is a licensed professional counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and life transitions. She also supports people navigating ADHD, workplace struggles, and trauma-related concerns. Caley draws on six years of counseling experience and a background in education to offer practical, down-to-earth help.

She brings a person-centered approach to sessions, which means she follows each person’s pace and priorities. Caley uses talk therapy alongside workbook activities to teach skills and practice new ways of coping. She often integrates techniques from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness work to address negative thinking and increase emotional regulation.

Her training includes two master’s degrees: one in Special Education from the University of Virginia and one in School Counseling/Professional Counseling from Montana State University Northern. Before focusing on counseling she worked as a special education teacher and school counselor, which informs her practical, educational style.

Caley has experience with autism and Asperger syndrome and lists intellectual disability among areas she focuses on. She also has experience with post-traumatic stress and seasonal affective disorder, and stays current through conferences and online trainings.

Sessions aim to be collaborative and skill-focused. People can expect short exercises, workbook homework, and conversational work to clarify goals. Caley balances compassion with concrete tools so progress is clear and usable outside of sessions.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Caley uses client-centered methods that put the person’s goals first. This approach means sessions follow what matters most to the individual and move at a comfortable pace. It suits people needing a supportive space to sort priorities and make decisions.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. CBT offers concrete exercises and homework that people can practice between sessions to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Caley will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration can include trying different techniques and adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Confirm the current session options before booking because formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people use workbook exercises and guided practice from home, helping skills translate into everyday routines.