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Alan Wong

LCSW

Alan Wong , LCSW

Therapist in California

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About Alan

Alan Wong is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in California with 14 years of professional experience. He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and holds certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from the Academy of Cognitive and Behavior Therapies, reflecting focused training in evidence-informed skills and techniques. He has worked with people struggling with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, and depression, shaping treatment plans to address each person’s unique circumstances.

Alan approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, working collaboratively to tailor conversations and interventions to individual needs. He emphasizes practical steps and coping strategies that fit into daily life while also attending to deeper issues that influence mood, relationships, and functioning. Seeking change often requires courage, and he aims to support and empower clients through that process, helping them move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Throughout his practice, Alan adapts his use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to meet the goals and preferences of each client, combining structured skill-building with an attuned, person-centered stance to foster growth and resilience.

CBT-informed Online Therapy and Practical Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It teaches practical skills such as cognitive restructuring and behavioral experiments to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress, and to improve daily functioning.

Alan applies CBT techniques in ways that address trauma responses, mood concerns, and difficulties with anger or sleep by breaking down problems into manageable steps and building concrete coping strategies. This skills-based focus helps clients practice new approaches between sessions and measure progress over time.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Alan works with each person to determine which techniques and goals feel most relevant, adjusting the plan based on the client’s needs, preferences, and life circumstances.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and also through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule work around daily life, maintain continuity during busy periods, and access support from different locations while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to individual goals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Alan Wong have?

Alan Wong has 14 years of professional experience.

Is Alan Wong a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 69760.

In which languages does Alan Wong provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Alan Wong located?

Alan Wong is located in California.

How can I work with Alan Wong as my therapist?

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

Does Alan Wong work with international clients?

Yes, Alan Wong works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alan Wong 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 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, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepressionADHD

Also works with

AddictionsGriefSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

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