- Client-centered care
- Skills-based tools
- Focus on recovery
About Alan
Alan Kutner is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland who centers his practice on client-focused care. He uses clear, direct conversation to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and depression. Alan’s approach is grounded in compassion and practical steps that clients can use in daily life.
He draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s lead and create a respectful space for honest talk. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy are tools he uses to build emotional regulation and present-moment awareness.
Alan has six years of documented experience as an LCSW-C in Maryland. That background includes working with common relationship struggles, attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, and family-of-origin concerns. He also supports people facing chronic pain or long-term illness alongside emotional strain.
Sessions focus on practical skills and steady progress rather than quick fixes. Clients can expect straightforward discussion, collaborative goal-setting, and homework when it helps move things forward. Alan aims to reduce shame and open space for real change.
People who reach out are guided through small, manageable steps. The work usually mixes short-term coping strategies with deeper attention to how past patterns affect today. He styles sessions to fit each person’s pace and priorities.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client's pace. It focuses on understanding what matters to the person and building trust so they can speak honestly and try new ways of coping.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors together. It helps people spot unhelpful thinking, test different behaviors, and learn skills to reduce anxiety or depressive patterns.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills. It is useful when strong emotions or relationship conflicts make day-to-day life hard.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with the client to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences. That means trying techniques, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan together.
If you are considering online options, confirm the session formats before booking since the profile does not list specific formats. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can more easily fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and keep steady momentum between meetings. Online work can also allow short check-ins or focused skill practice when needed. Discuss with the therapist how sessions can be structured to match your routine and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Alan help with?
He addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and depression. The profile also lists related concerns like attachment, codependency, chronic illness, and family issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His work is practical and conversational, combining client-centered listening with evidence-based methods such as CBT and DBT. Sessions aim to set clear goals and practice useful skills between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of documented experience as a licensed clinician. That experience informs his approach to anxiety, trauma, addiction, and related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW-C licensed in Maryland and practices there. The credential is listed as LCSW-C (Maryland).
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.