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Alan Kutner

MD, LCSW-C

Alan Kutner , MD, LCSW-C

Therapist in Maryland

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About Alan

Alan Kutner is a licensed mental health professional based in Maryland who brings a practical, compassionate approach to people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and depression. Holding an MD and an LCSW-C - MD meaning medical doctor and LCSW-C indicating a licensed clinical social worker - he blends clinical training with a focus on individualized care to address both immediate concerns and longer-term patterns.

Alan works with a wide range of issues, including attachment and abandonment concerns, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, codependency, communication and commitment problems, dissociation, family of origin difficulties, and substance use challenges. His practice emphasizes evidence-informed methods such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, and trauma-focused approaches, tailoring interventions to each person’s goals and life context.

Sessions are offered through multiple remote formats so people can access support in ways that fit their schedules and needs. Alan’s style aims to be straightforward, empathetic, and collaborative, helping individuals develop coping skills, strengthen relationships, and navigate complex emotional and behavioral patterns.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance that helps people explore their values and goals while therapists follow the client's lead. This approach is useful for building trust, improving self-understanding, and addressing relationship and identity concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related challenges by teaching practical coping and problem-solving skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies to strengthen emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance, which can be helpful for intense emotions, self-destructive patterns, and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Alan collaborates with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then adapts techniques from these approaches to form a personalized plan that fits the person’s life and challenges.

Online therapy with Alan includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for those managing busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, chronic illness, or mobility limits. These remote options make it easier to maintain consistent care and practice skills between sessions with licensed professionals and therapists who integrate evidence-based methods.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Alan Kutner have?

Alan Kutner has 6 years of experience.

Is Alan Kutner a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds credentials MD (medical doctor) and LCSW-C (licensed clinical social worker). License details: MD LCSW-C 23667.

In which languages does Alan Kutner provide therapy?

Alan Kutner provides therapy in English.

Where is Alan Kutner located?

Alan Kutner is located in Maryland.

How can I work with Alan Kutner as my therapist?

You can work with Alan Kutner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alan Kutner work with international clients?

Alan Kutner does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alan Kutner cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Maryland

Languages

English

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