- Client-centered approach
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Alan
Alan Kutner is an LCSW-C (Maryland) with six years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also focuses on issues like abandonment, attachment problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and family of origin concerns.
Alan centers therapy on straightforward conversation and practical skills. He uses client-centered methods to listen and reflect what matters most to each person. He also draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to notice patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going.
Mindfulness practices are part of his work when people want tools to steady attention and reduce reactivity. For those affected by serious emotional wounds, trauma-focused methods are available to address painful memories and their effects in daily life. Dialectical behavior therapy skills are offered for people wanting concrete strategies for emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Sessions are described plainly and directly. Expect focused talk, skill practice, and check-ins on how those skills fit into real life. Alan aims to help people untangle feelings like guilt or shame connected to relationships, family history, or actions they regret.
He practices in Maryland and works in English. To begin, clients use the site process to match and book a first session. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How evidence-based approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the client. It helps people clarify their concerns and feel understood, which can make it easier to try new ways of coping.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems in place. It uses practical exercises and homework to test different ways of thinking and acting, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and guilt-based rumination.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing strong emotions and reducing impulsive reactions. These skills include emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for strained relationships.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That decision can change as work progresses and new issues come up.
The practical benefits of remote sessions include fitting therapy into a busy life and reducing travel time. The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let them use tools or worksheets during the meeting.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression, plus related problems like abandonment, attachment, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues.
How would he approach feelings of shame or guilt?
He uses client-centered conversation and cognitive behavioral techniques to name thoughts and behaviors, alongside mindfulness and trauma-focused methods when needed.
What is his professional background?
He holds an LCSW-C credential in Maryland and has six years of clinical experience working in mental health settings.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is credentialed as LCSW-C in Maryland and practices there.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients; sessions are provided to people in the United States and are conducted in English.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats were not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking to know whether phone or video is available.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.