He practiced as a Master’s Level Therapist for three years at Life Christian Counseling serving the Fairfax Country Area and served the York and Lancaster areas as a Family-Based Therapist for three years. He also has experience with outpatient treatment as a therapist at Wellspan in the Lancaster area.  His clients describe him as down to earth and grounded with an active treatment approach. 

Marcus completed Advanced Training for Trauma Treatment of Complex PTSD as well as an EMDR Certification through the Institute for Creative Mindfulness. The training has equipped him with the tools and knowledge to provide support for clients who have had devastating and debilitating traumatic experiences.  Yet, Marcus also works with individuals experiencing small bumps in the road who are looking for help with healing from small challenges.   Clients rave about Marcus’ enthusiastic, supportive, and direct approach in the therapy room. He believes that every individual has the tools, ability, and strength to work through their trauma and live a meaningful life.  We are so much more than what happens to us. 

Working with Marcus, you’ll find your own strengths and resiliency as he models a strengths-based client-centered approach.  When asked which literature in the field of psychology has impacted him most, Marcus mentions that ‘The Body Keeps the Score’ by Bessel van der Klok is a great foundational resource that has influenced his approach and understanding of how trauma impacts the brain and body. He still makes use of this book to reference certain behaviors and somatic experiences clients experience due to their trauma. 

Marcus Lewis starts the therapeutic process by establishing a strong alliance with each of his clients, with his primary intervention method being EMDR. He feels that clients benefit from the experience of ‘real time’ healing that this modality has to offer. Marcus works alongside the client to explore their specific needs and goals for therapy. The next step is to identify the most suitable resources that can aid the client outside of therapy sessions. He also understands that working with and through trauma takes time, and will respect the client’s process by being patient and willing to adapt new protocols.  Each step of the trauma process is approached with careful planning, sensitivity and checking-in to make sure his clients are ready.  

Lewis’ areas of expertise include PTSD, Complex-PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Men’s Mental Health, Adolescent Mental Health, Dissociation, Grief and working with helping professionals, along with first responders.

Marcus enjoys working out in his downtime as it keeps him grounded and focused for the day ahead. He believes that moving his body helps him to manage the tough moments. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, in particular, has been a great way for him to test his endurance and learn new techniques for self-defense. He gets his energy from socializing with friends and family and finds meaning in learning about new people and their interests.