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- CBT methods
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About Al
Al Balaa is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) licensed in Maryland with 12 years of practice experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship issues, anger, career concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD. He uses client-centered methods along with cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior approaches, existential therapy, and hypnotherapy to address emotional and behavioral challenges.
Al focuses on helping people notice patterns that cause pain and learn practical ways to change them. Sessions often involve talking through difficult memories, building skills to manage intense emotions, and practicing new ways of reacting to stress. He also helps people explore questions about life purpose, forgiveness, guilt, shame, and self-love.
His style emphasizes collaboration. He works with each person to set clear goals and pick methods that fit their needs. He blends evidence-based techniques with conversational work so sessions feel focused and direct.
Al has spent over a decade refining approaches that help people rebuild self-esteem and cope with mood and trauma-related problems. He addresses grief and compassion fatigue with structured strategies alongside reflective discussion. He also incorporates hypnotherapy when appropriate to support behavior change.
People who prefer straightforward, skills-based therapy may find his approach useful. He accepts clients in English and is available to international clients. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling details.
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How his therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what the client says. It helps people clarify goals and feel heard while deciding practical next steps. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping skills. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions, handling conflict, and tolerating distress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. This may mean trying skills-based CBT exercises, practicing DBT techniques, or using client-centered conversations to explore meaning and purpose.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify them. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use video or audio options depending on what feels most practical that day. Licensed professionals adapt the structure of sessions to match daily schedules and treatment goals.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship issues, anger, career concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Additional focuses include forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, and self-love.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centered approach combined with cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy techniques. Sessions mix skills training, reflective conversation, and practical exercises.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, trauma, and stress-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the LCPC credential and is licensed in Maryland.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
He does accept international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.