Alan Hoffman
Goal-focused LMFT for relationships, stress, and trauma
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About
Alan Hoffman is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Washington who brings 25 years of clinical work to his practice. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, along with self esteem and depression. His additional areas of interest include adoption and foster care, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family issues, substance use, and a variety of family and life transition topics.
He emphasizes practical, goal-oriented work and favors evidence-informed tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method. Sessions commonly include conversational skill-building and brief between-session exercises or reading to support steady progress. Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy are also part of his clinical toolkit.
Outside of clinical practice, Alan is a spouse, a father, a U.S. Army veteran, and a recreational sailor. Those life roles inform his collaborative style and his interest in working with people facing major life transitions, relationship ruptures, and challenges tied to family of origin and cultural contexts.
He emphasizes practical, goal-oriented work and favors evidence-informed tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method. Sessions commonly include conversational skill-building and brief between-session exercises or reading to support steady progress. Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy are also part of his clinical toolkit.
Outside of clinical practice, Alan is a spouse, a father, a U.S. Army veteran, and a recreational sailor. Those life roles inform his collaborative style and his interest in working with people facing major life transitions, relationship ruptures, and challenges tied to family of origin and cultural contexts.
- Location:
- Washington, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: WA LMFT LF00001857
- NPI Number: 1558665265
- License: LMFT (Washington)
Remote sessions with practical, skill-based approaches
Alan offers online care that centers on actionable strategies and collaborative goal setting. He often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking and build concrete coping skills, and the Gottman Method to address communication patterns and relationship repair in couples work. These methods are presented in a conversational, stepwise way so clients can try new approaches between sessions.
Motivational Interviewing is used when change feels uncertain, helping people clarify what matters to them and move toward realistic next steps. The practice emphasizes short-term, solution-focused planning when appropriate, while also attending to trauma-informed perspectives when past experiences shape current difficulties.
Alan works remotely through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Prospective clients who prefer a practical, collaborative process that includes homework and clear goals may find this approach a good fit.
How many years has Alan worked as a therapist?
Alan has 25 years of clinical experience.
What are his professional credentials?
He is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the credential LMFT and holds license WA LMFT LF00001857.
Which languages does he speak?
The profile lists English as the language he uses in sessions.
Where is he located?
Alan practices in Washington.
In what ways can clients meet with him?
Clients can work with Alan via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does he accept clients from other countries?
The profile states that he is not accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to be matched and schedule an initial session.