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Alan Kutner, MD, LCSW-C

Calm, practical therapy for anxiety and stress

6 years in practice · based in Maryland · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Alan

Alan Kutner, MD, LCSW-C, offers straightforward therapy focused on real problems people face. He listens closely and works with clients to set clear goals. His approach centers on practical steps rather than jargon, helping people make steady progress.

He draws on client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on the person's experience and needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and shift patterns that feed anxiety and depression.

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Background and approach

Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills help with emotional regulation and building healthier reactions to stress. Alan has six years of professional experience in mental health and combines that background with a direct, compassionate style. He often works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and depression.

He also addresses related issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties, caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency, and family-of-origin problems. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented. Expect to talk about what is happening now, learn skills you can use between sessions, and set small steps toward change.

He emphasizes mindfulness and trauma-focused techniques when they fit the client's situation. Alan practices in Maryland and provides therapy in English. His listed credentials are MD and LCSW-C.

The focus is helping people build tools to manage symptoms and navigate life transitions.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Alan uses Client-Centered Therapy to keep sessions grounded in the client's experience and goals. That approach focuses on listening, reflecting back what matters to the person, and helping them guide the work. It fits well when someone needs a trusted space to sort out feelings and priorities.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that feed anxiety and depression. CBT offers practical exercises and homework that people can use between sessions to reduce worry and improve mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills may be introduced to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication when strong emotions get in the way.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk through options, tailor methods to the client's goals, and adjust the plan as progress is made. Clients help set the pace and decide which techniques feel most useful.

Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video sessions allow face-to-face interaction for skill practice and feedback. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during a short break. Live chat or text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, skill coaching, or when typing works better than talking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life while keeping the work focused and practical.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also helps with problems such as abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency, and family-of-origin concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and client-centered, focusing on the person's experience and practical skills. Sessions often combine talk therapy with concrete tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and DBT.
What background and experience does he bring?
He has six years of experience in mental health practice. That experience informs a straightforward, skills-based approach to anxiety, trauma, addiction, and mood concerns.
Where is he licensed and what are his credentials?
He is based in Maryland and holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C as listed.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Different formats let people choose what fits their schedule and needs.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
6 years
Licensed
Maryland
Languages
English

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