Therapist profile
Alan Crandall, LMHC
LMHC in Florida - family and parenting concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Mood disorders
- Trauma-focused work
About Alan
Alan Crandall is a Florida licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 11 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, relationship and family concerns, and parenting challenges. He also supports people dealing with grief, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues.
Alan focuses on practical steps people can take day to day. He helps clients notice patterns, try different ways of communicating, and build coping skills that fit their life. Sessions are straightforward and aim to reduce overwhelm and increase emotional steadiness.
He often helps men and young adults who are managing mood disorders, social anxiety, workplace stress, or difficult transitions. He pays attention to problems like impulsivity, jealousy, guilt, and shame so these can be addressed alongside core symptoms like depression or panic.
Clinically, Alan uses approaches such as client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior ideas, EMDR for trauma, and motivational interviewing. He uses these methods to guide practical change rather than to label or pathologize a person.
Clients can expect a clear focus on communication skills, problem-solving, and emotion regulation. He also works on relationship and family-related issues from the standpoint of an individual client. The aim is to help people find firmer footing and clearer options for moving forward.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the client. It helps people feel heard and clarifies personal goals so practical steps can follow. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses small experiments and skill practice to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers concrete emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. Those skills help when intense feelings, impulsivity, or relationship conflict get in the way of everyday life.Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist and client review symptoms, goals, and what has worked before. Then they try methods that match the person’s needs and preferences, adjusting as progress or new concerns appear.
This profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find online therapy useful because it can fit into work or parenting schedules and it reduces travel time. Online work also makes it easier to continue therapy through life changes and to practice skills between sessions. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT exercises, DBT skills coaching, and trauma work in remote sessions when format details are agreed in advance.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, parenting strain, relationship and family concerns, plus related issues such as anger and self-esteem.
What style of therapy does he use?
He draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, DBT skills, EMDR for trauma, and motivational interviewing to help clients change behaviors and manage emotions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 11 years of experience as a practicing therapist working with adults on mood, anxiety, and life transition issues.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Florida LMHC and practices in Florida.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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