Alan Warner, LISW, LCSW

Alan Warner is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of experience. He practices in Pennsylvania and works mainly with adults who face stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship strain, grief, and anger. He also supports people dealing with identity concerns, parenting strain, mood disorders, and significant life changes.

He trained as a chemical dependency counselor and completed a Master of Social Work in clinical practice. He has worked with adults and some teenagers, and has many years helping people manage mood and substance concerns. He notes experience with grief, trauma, and issues that stem from family of origin patterns.

In sessions he keeps the focus on what the client wants to address. He uses clear, practical methods from cognitive-behavioral work, solution-focused techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. That means talking through unhelpful thoughts, testing small behavioral changes, and clarifying what matters most to the client.

He is trauma-informed and indicates comfort working with members of the LGBT community. He often works on letting go of ingrained habits and control patterns that limit daily functioning. He also addresses impulsivity, codependency, and problems with communication.

Clients can expect a direct, goal-oriented approach that mixes short-term strategies with longer conversations about life purpose and values. Sessions tend to center on real-world steps - brief experiments between meetings, clearer communication skills, and practical ways to manage anger and stress.

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