Works with
How Alan works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LISW, LCSW
- Licensed in
- Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland
- Years in practice
- 30
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Alan
Alan Warner is a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with three decades of practice. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, addictions, grief, depression, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He also supports those facing career shifts, life changes, and self-esteem struggles.
He uses straightforward talk and practical tools in sessions. He draws on cognitive behavioral approaches to notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. He also uses solution-focused work to set clear goals and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people live by their values.
Background and approach
Alan trained as a chemical dependency counselor in 1995 and completed a Master of Social Work in clinical social work at Ohio State in 2002. He has been a Licensed Independent Social Worker since 2005 and also holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential. Those years of experience include work with adults and some teenagers on mood and anxiety issues.
He brings a broad view of mental wellness and often addresses family of origin patterns that keep people stuck. He is trauma-informed and comfortable working with LGBT people. Common focuses include coping with loss, managing impulsivity, and improving communication.
Sessions combine listening, skill-building, and short-term goal work. The pace and focus follow what the person wants to address. People come away with clearer steps to try between sessions.
What Alan works with
Everything Alan lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Alan's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Impulsivity
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Alan lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that match those values. It can be useful for anxiety, anger, and coping with life changes by shifting focus from avoiding feelings to building a meaningful life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors to change mood and stress levels. It is practical for depression, anxiety, and addictive behaviors where concrete skills are helpful.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that suit their goals, needs, and comfort level. That might mean blending ACT with CBT or using solution-focused tasks when people want quick, measurable steps forward.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good alternative when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to fit brief updates or coaching into a busy day. These options give flexibility for people juggling work, family, or travel while still working with licensed professionals.
Questions people ask about Alan
What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, addictions, depression, trauma and many relationship or life changes. Additional areas include grief, self-esteem, parenting strain, and career questions.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He keeps sessions practical and client-led, combining listening with tools to try between sessions. The work often focuses on clear goals and everyday strategies.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has 30 years of clinical experience, beginning as a chemical dependency counselor and later completing a Master of Social Work in clinical social work.
Which credentials and location apply to this therapist?
He holds LISW and LCSW credentials and practices in Pennsylvania.
Are sessions available in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
What formats are used for sessions?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to therapist availability.