Therapist profile
Alan Cole, LCSW
Pennsylvania
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Pennsylvania / CW022829
- NPI1063815801
- Experience10 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationPennsylvania
About
- Anger and impulsivity
- Relationship skills
- CBT and ACT methods
About Alan
Alan Cole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Pennsylvania with ten years of experience. He works with adults who are struggling with anger, relationship strain, stress, anxiety, and related concerns. He speaks English and focuses on practical help rather than labels or quick fixes.
Alan helps people talk through relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues. He also supports people dealing with low self-esteem, motivation challenges, grief, sleep or eating concerns, and life changes like divorce or career shifts. Anger and impulsivity are among the specific areas he addresses in sessions.
His approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered methods, alongside elements from Jungian therapy and the Gottman Method when relationships are involved. Sessions typically focus on what a person notices, how thoughts and behaviors interact, and small practical steps to handle difficult moments. Conversations are straightforward and focused on the problems a person brings.
Alan’s background as an LCSW means he approaches problems with practical tools and a focus on daily functioning. He pays attention to patterns that keep anger and resentment cycling, and to skills that reduce impulsive reactions. He also works with broader life issues such as career stress, parenting concerns, and aging-related matters when they intersect with emotional health.
People who want clear, down-to-earth help with temper, workplace frustration, or recurring resentment often seek this kind of practical support. To move forward, he asks for concrete examples, current patterns, and small goals to try between sessions.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them, and then choose actions that match their values. ACT can be useful for anger that comes from rumination, shame, or avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical techniques to shift unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for stress, anxiety, and impulsive reactions that feed anger. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and working from the person’s own goals. It supports clearer self-understanding and steady progress when people are sorting out relationship or identity concerns.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit best for their goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than following a fixed script.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the exact options before booking. In general, working with a licensed professional online can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. These practical advantages help people try strategies in real life and bring back examples to discuss in sessions.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He works with adults on snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, and impulsive reactions. Anger is listed among many concerns he helps people manage.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered approaches. Sessions focus on noticing patterns, practical skills, and small steps to change behavior.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of professional experience working with adults on relationship, mood, and stress-related issues. That background includes work with trauma, grief, and life transitions.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Pennsylvania Licensed Clinical Social Worker (PA LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania. Sessions and credentials are provided in English.
Can I work with him from outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients. Sessions are conducted in English for people located where his practice supports them.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. Please check the booking flow for the available ways to meet.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. The exact fee depends on the chosen subscription tier and region.
How do I begin with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process starts the intake and matching steps.
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