- Solution-focused
- Skills-based
- Relationship work
About Alan
Alan Hoffman is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 25 years of clinical experience. He aims to make the first conversation easy and human for people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what needs to change. His approach is practical and goal-focused, with an emphasis on clear next steps and usable skills.
He uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and shift behavior. The Gottman Method guides work on relationship patterns and communication. Alan often pairs therapeutic talks with short between-session tasks like readings or worksheets to build skills between visits.
Alan’s practice includes support for stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting worries, and self-esteem concerns. He also lists adoption and foster care among areas he focuses on, along with topics such as substance use, family of origin issues, and life transitions. His background as a spouse, parent, and U.S. Army veteran informs how he thinks about everyday life challenges.
Sessions tend to be pragmatic and brief when that fits the person's goals. He helps people set clear objectives, tries to leave each meeting with a practical suggestion, and uses homework to reinforce progress. This approach is meant to fit into busy lives and produce small, steady improvements.
To begin, a person can use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The process starts with an initial conversation to decide if his way of working matches the person's needs.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Alan commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different actions. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress because it focuses on small, testable changes.He also draws on the Gottman Method to address relationship patterns and improve communication. That approach looks at concrete interaction habits and offers skills to change how people talk and solve problems together.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't worked before. Together they decide whether CBT, Gottman work, or a blend of methods fits best, and they adjust the plan as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people try therapeutic tasks between meetings and bring real-life examples to discussion more readily. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and focus to match practical needs and daily routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and self-esteem issues, among other topics.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is practical and goal-oriented, with short-term, solution-focused work and concrete steps to try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns and life transitions.
What are his qualifications and where is he based?
He holds the LMFT credential, listed as WA LMFT, and practices in Washington.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Click the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.