- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Solution-Focused work
About Alan
Alan Hoffman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Washington with 25 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, self-esteem issues, and depression. He also addresses adoption and foster care, substance use, and family-related problems.
He begins sessions in a straightforward, conversational way so people can describe what feels most difficult. He focuses on clear goals and practical steps rather than long theory talks. Many clients leave with short between-session tasks such as reading, worksheets, or brief exercises.
Alan uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method among other approaches. He often pairs skill practice in sessions with homework to build new habits. Sessions are described as practical and goal-oriented, with attention to what can change now.
His background includes a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and service in the U.S. Army. Those roles inform how he listens and responds to problems like trauma, life transitions, and veteran-related concerns.
He favors brief, solution-focused work when appropriate, while also addressing deeper issues such as family of origin, guilt, and identity. Clients can expect direct suggestions and tools to use between sessions.
To begin, he asks people to outline what they want to accomplish and then plans concrete next steps. Scheduling an initial session lets both sides see if the approach fits the person’s current needs.
How Alan uses evidence-based methods in online work
Alan often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and the Gottman Method when working with clients. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them with practical exercises, which can help with anxiety and mood. The Gottman Method offers specific tools for improving communication and problem-solving within relationships, with concrete skills couples can practice.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work together with each person to pick methods that fit their goals and preferences. That collaborative decision happens early and can be adjusted as progress is made.
Details about available session formats should be confirmed before booking. The practical benefits of online work are that sessions can fit around busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to maintain continuity during life transitions. Some people use brief check-ins when time is tight, while others schedule longer sessions for in-depth work. If you want to know which formats are offered, confirm the current options during the sign-up steps so you can choose what fits your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, self-esteem, and depression. He also addresses adoption and foster care, substance use, and family-related problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are practical and goal-oriented with a conversational tone. He often uses short between-session tasks to build skills.
How much clinical experience does he bring?
He brings 25 years of experience and a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy to his work.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, WA LMFT, practicing in Washington.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.