Therapist profile
Al Balaa, LCPC
Maryland
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Anger and Emotional Health
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- CredentialsLCPC
- LicenseLCPC, Maryland / LC11565
- NPI1902446651
- Experience12 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMaryland
About
- CBT techniques
- Client-centered work
- DBT skills
About Al
Al Balaa is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Maryland with 12 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem struggles, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship strain, anger, career questions, bipolar disorder, depression, life changes, and ADHD.
He frames sessions around helping people develop self-compassion and explore life purpose. He talks with clients about guilt, shame, forgiveness, and self-love. He also helps people process grief and rebuild a sense of direction after loss or major change.
His approach draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, and hypnotherapy. In practice this means working on concrete skills, reflecting on values, and experimenting with small changes between meetings.
Sessions are conversational and practical. He focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns, developing coping strategies, and trying new behaviors. He helps people notice how anger and resentment build, and then practice alternative responses that align with their goals.
People who look for clear tools and steady reflection tend to fit his style. He invites a collaborative process where the client’s goals shape the work. If someone is concerned about whether his approach matches their needs, he recommends asking about specific techniques in an initial session.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-directive tone where the therapist follows the client’s lead to clarify concerns and values. This approach helps people who need someone to reflect their experience and support exploration of life purpose and self-worth.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and testing new responses. It often involves practical exercises and homework to reduce anxiety, manage anger, and shift unhelpful thinking.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can be used to manage intense moments and reduce reactive responses.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels useful, and then recommend methods to try. That collaborative decision-making helps shape each plan as needs change over time.
The biography does not state which online or in-person session formats are available, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They can also let people try skills practice between sessions in real-life settings, which supports applying CBT and DBT techniques outside the appointment.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he address related to anger?
He works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship problems, and addictions as listed in his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a practical, conversational style that focuses on skills, reflection, and experimenting with small changes between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) licensed in Maryland and practices from that location.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients and offers services in English.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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