Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 48 ratings

Alan R Valdes

LMFT, 25 years of experience

Empowering
Direct
Intelligent

About me

I have been in the field for twenty five years and have learned to adjust to what the client is presenting in the session to achieve a sense of safety. I work with what the client is presenting and focus on how to guide the client to work through their presenting problem. I have had a history of working with a variety of clients and cultures. I started working in a therapeutic community with at risk adolescents. I later worked with court referred gang members. From there I worked with the homeless and the LGBTQ Community on addictions. I opened a private practice in a more suburban environment.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

My style is eclectic, depending on what is being presented by the client. I tend to use mindfulness and educating the client of their patterns and how to empower themselves in working on their traits.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

My style is mostly patterned in direct communications. I use an eclectic approach depending on what is being presented in session.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I present with directness and candor. I often offer feedback and refer to the client on developing insight to their patterns.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Addictions, anger issues, grief and loss, gender issues, anxiety, depression

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

ADHDAddictionDepressionGriefObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Self EsteemTrauma and PTSD

I identify as

Man

Serves ages

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 48 ratings

3 ratings with written reviews

July 23, 2025

Excellent therapist who empowers clients with the responsibility and the joy of doing the hard work necessary to get the most out of their lives.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 6 with Alan

May 1, 2025

He is unbelievable. His attention and thoughtfulness is fantastic. He shares valuable perspective and tools each week. I am lucky to have he and his experience in my corner as I recover from MCD.

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 12 with Alan

February 20, 2025

Thank you for all the insight.

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 1 with Alan