- CBT based approach
- Adoption and foster care focus
- Practical skill building
About Alan
Alan Wong is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. He brings 14 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and related concerns. He explains things simply and works to create a practical plan that fits each person's life.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge unhelpful thoughts and build healthier habits. Sessions focus on clear skills and small, doable changes that reduce worry, lift mood, and improve sleep and daily functioning. CBT is often paired with straightforward problem-solving when people face anger, addiction, or compassion fatigue.
Alan pays attention to issues that can come from early relationships such as attachment concerns, abandonment, and family of origin problems. He also helps people navigating adoption and foster care questions, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and the strain many first responders face. Conversations explore how past experiences shape current reactions and what practical steps help right now.
His style is respectful and down-to-earth. He listens for what matters most and tailors each session to individual needs. The emphasis is on small steps clients can try between meetings and checking what works.
Alan supports people through life transitions, grief, and career stress by combining evidence-informed techniques with real-world planning. He encourages people to take the first step and offers steady support as they work toward change.
How CBT Guides Online Work
Alan uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behavior. CBT sessions focus on simple skills like tracking moods, testing negative beliefs, and practicing different ways of responding to stress or anger. These tools can help with anxiety, sleep problems, and low mood.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide whether CBT or another direction fits a client's goals and preferences. That discussion includes looking at symptoms, daily routines, and what change would look like in a client's life.
The profile does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow more consistent check-ins during life transitions. It can also let people choose quieter times for a short check-in or longer sessions when more work is needed. A therapist and client can adjust frequency and focus over time to match progress and goals.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Alan help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, ADHD, addictions, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.
How would sessions feel or flow?
Sessions use a respectful, down-to-earth style. Expect clear conversation, skill practice, and practical steps to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has 14 years of professional experience and works as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, bringing long-term practice with a range of stress and trauma issues.
Where is he based and licensed?
He is licensed in California as an LCSW and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he is available to work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.