Mark Tinley, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Mark is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Mark is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Mark
- 13 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
I support individuals and couples through difficult times by helping them assess their situations and create concrete plans for change. Together, we’ll build skills to manage emotions and communicate wants and needs more effectively. My approach is compassionate, yet direct and engaged. While I’m curious about your past, I focus primarily on the present—exploring new perspectives and shifting how you engage with challenges to create meaningful, lasting change.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples [Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT)]
- Harm Reduction
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
Licenses
Mark Tinley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457813859.
- LMFT · California · 52487 · Renews September 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
Reviews for Mark Tinley
Frequently asked questions
Does Mark Tinley offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Mark Tinley 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 Mark Tinley speak?
Mark Tinley speaks English.
How many years of experience does Mark Tinley have?
Mark Tinley has 13 years of experience.
Where is Mark Tinley licensed to practice?
Mark Tinley is licensed to practice in California.
Does Mark Tinley accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Mark Tinley does not accept 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Mark Tinley offer?
Mark Tinley offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Mark Tinley?
Mark Tinley 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 Mark Tinley?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.