Alan Kutner, LCSW-C

Alan Kutner is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, relationship challenges, and depression. He brings a direct, compassionate style that encourages honest conversation and practical steps. The first paragraph becomes the site’s About block and is written plainly for someone reading on a phone.

He uses client-centered work to prioritize each person’s goals and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thinking and change behavior. Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness tools are used to teach coping skills for intense emotion and stress. These approaches are described in simple terms during sessions so people know what to expect.

Alan’s background includes six years of clinical experience and a Maryland LCSW-C credential. He has focused work with people facing trauma, addiction, and chronic health and caregiving stress. He supports individuals dealing with attachment and family of origin issues, codependency, and the emotional impact of chronic pain and illness.

Sessions aim to be collaborative and practical. People can expect concrete strategies such as breathing and grounding practices, skill-building for relationships, and steps to change patterns that get in the way. The therapist encourages small, sustainable changes rather than big promises.

Alan asks people to name their priorities and concerns at the start so therapy stays focused. He uses a mix of talking, skill coaching, and mindfulness exercises to help with everyday problems. Prospective clients should follow the site’s process to begin matching and scheduling.

How core approaches fit into online therapy

Client-centered work puts the person’s needs and goals first. In practice this means the therapist asks about what matters most and tailors sessions around those priorities. This approach helps when dealing with stress, relationship problems, and caregiving strain.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns that keep people stuck. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication, which can help with addiction triggers and relationship conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that match the client’s goals and preferences. Clients and therapist decide collaboratively which techniques to use and when to adjust them.

The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available session types before booking. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help fit sessions around work or caregiving, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for your routine and goals.