- CBT informed care
- Focus on coping skills
- Respectful and direct
About Alan
Alan uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, as a practical way to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. He aims to make sessions focused and actionable so people leave with things they can use between meetings.
With 14 years of professional experience, he tailors conversations and plans to each person’s needs. He listens for patterns that maintain distress and works collaboratively to set small, realistic goals.
He also addresses concerns connected to adoption and foster care, attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, commitment and control issues, grief, sleep problems, and first responder stress. Alan adapts the pace and focus based on what a person brings to the room.
People who come for help can expect direct feedback, practical strategies from CBT, and an emphasis on building coping skills. He frames change as a step-by-step process and supports people as they try new approaches. The first sessions typically focus on understanding what matters most and choosing a manageable next step.
CBT-based tools adapted for online work
Alan uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT focuses on breaking problems into smaller parts and trying practical experiments to see what helps with anxiety, depression, anger, sleep issues, and stress.He emphasizes working together to find the right approach. The therapist will discuss goals, try specific techniques, and adjust plans based on how a person responds. That collaborative process helps identify which strategies feel useful and which need changing.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day by removing travel time and allowing meetings from more convenient locations. It can also make check-ins shorter when that suits a person's schedule, or allow visual conversation when that helps with practicing skills. Because session formats are not listed in the biography, confirm the available options before booking so you know what to expect. Licensed professionals can often tailor session length and focus to fit real-life needs, helping people build skills that transfer into daily routines.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Alan help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, sleep problems, and related concerns such as abandonment and attachment issues.
What is his general therapeutic style?
His style is practical and collaborative, using clear feedback and goal-focused conversations to help people try new behaviors between sessions.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 14 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm scheduling and any regional details when matching.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.