MD, LCSW-C

Alan Kutner , MD, LCSW-C

Therapist in Maryland

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About Alan

Alan Kutner approaches therapy with a direct emphasis on honesty, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to seek change. He frames therapy as a collaborative process that supports people who feel stuck, guiding them across the difficult bridges in life toward clearer direction and greater resilience. With six years of clinical experience, he focuses on treating stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression, while also addressing related issues such as attachment and abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and family-of-origin problems.

Alan draws from a range of evidence-based methods including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-focused techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs. He works to reduce stigma around mental health and helps people transform painful patterns into sources of learning and growth. His training and dual credentials - MD, which denotes a medical degree, and LCSW-C, a clinical social work license - inform a thoughtful, integrated approach that balances practical skills with empathetic support.

People who seek Alan’s assistance can expect a grounded, genuine clinician who aims to meet them where they are, listen without judgment, and collaborate on strategies for coping, healing, and meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-centered therapy centers the person in their own healing, offering a warm, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports self-directed growth - it is especially helpful for relationship difficulties, attachment concerns, and feelings of emptiness. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to relieve symptoms of anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors. Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming or relationships are strained.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Alan collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and adapts strategies over time so care remains practical and responsive. Licensed professionals often combine techniques to match the unique needs of the client.

Online therapy makes these approaches more accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options offer flexibility for scheduling, allow people to receive support from home or other convenient settings, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care across busy or changing lives.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Alan Kutner have?

Alan Kutner has six years of experience in mental health care.

Is Alan Kutner a licensed therapist?

Yes. Alan Kutner holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C. License details provided are 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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