About Mark Gorkin, LCSW

Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW

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Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW, known as “The Stress Doc” ™, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, acclaimed keynote speaker, and “Motivational Humorist & Team Communication Catalyst.” He is recognized for his interactive, engaging, and inspiring programs designed for government agencies and major corporations. In addition to speaking, he serves as a team-building and organizational development consultant. He delivers programs on stress management, communication, leadership, and team building for the 1st Cavalry Division and 13th Expeditionary Support Command at Ft. Hood, Texas, as well as Army Community Services and Family Advocacy Programs at Ft. Meade, MD, Ft. Belvoir, VA, and Andrews Air Force Base/Behavioral Medicine Services.

Education

Adelphi University
Master of Social Work (MSW), Clinical and Group Social Work
1970 - 1972

References

Mark Gorkin. All American Speakers.

Mark Gorkin Nationally Acclaimed Speaker. Compliance Prime.

Mark Gorkin. The Stress Doc.

Authored

Preserving Human Touch in a High Tech World: Writings, Raps & Rhymes on Stress Resiliency, Burnout Recovery, and Digital Sanity. Kindle Edition. 2016.

Practice Safe Stress: Healing & Laughing in the Face of Stress, Burnout + Depression. Author House. 2024.

Authored by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW

The Four Stages of Burnout
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  • Feb 18th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read

Burnout is a gradual process that erodes mental, emotional, and physical well-being. It slowly wears down resilience and motivation, making…

  • Written by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Jesse Hanson, Ph.D.
The Missing Parent Syndrome (MPS): How Psychosocial Loss Impacts Adult Children & Strategies For Building Bridges And Reworking The Grief – Pt I
  • Oct 17th 2013
  • Est. 6 minutes read
  • Written by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW
Why Is It Hard To “Just Say ‘No'”?: Ten Barriers To Asserting Your Individuality, Intentionality, And Integrity – Part I
  • Feb 6th 2013
  • Est. 14 minutes read
  • Written by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW
When Does Vicarious Trauma (VT) Become A Sign Of Codependency? – Part I
  • Jun 1st 2012
  • Est. 10 minutes read
  • Written by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW
Grief Ghosts: Four-Step Rise And Seven Factors Influencing Their Nature – Part VI
  • May 17th 2012
  • Est. 14 minutes read
  • Written by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW
The Burn-in Virus: Lingering Loss, Prematurely Buried Grief, And The Rise Of Grief Ghosts
  • May 2nd 2012
  • Est. 17 minutes read
  • Written by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW
Loss, Ghosts, And The Stages Of Grief: Part II
  • Apr 2nd 2012
  • Est. 16 minutes read
  • Written by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW
Burn-in, Burnout, And Workplace Griefbusting: Part I
  • Mar 21st 2012
  • Est. 10 minutes read
  • Written by Mark Gorkin, MSW, LICSW