Allan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Marital and Family Systems Therapist. He obtained a Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University and a Bachelor of Art degree in Sociology from Seton Hall University. Allan began his clinical experience working with individual, family, couples and group therapy with clients experiencing a variety of issues related to anxiety, depression and anger management. In addition, Allan has worked in a variety of settings from community based mental health facilities, psychiatric facilities, neuroscience practices and private practice. Allan combines ego psychology with behavioral therapy and motivational interview to strengthen the inner core of self-esteem to help individuals, marriages and families experience an elevated sense of cohesion and harmony.
Allan enjoys working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Allan practices from a social justice lens and is very adept and facilitating increase awareness, insights and confidents in his client population. He has been an active member on the State Board of the ACLU and Alfred Adler Society.
Education
Fordham University, New York, NY, Master of Social Work (MSW)
Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, Bachelor of Art – (BA)
License, Certificates & Advanced Credentials
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – New Jersey – License No. 44SC00675500
Helping Areas of Interest
Trauma, Relationship Building, Alternative Dispute Resolution
Marital and Couples Counseling
Addictions Counseling – Drug & Alcohol, Gambling
Co-occurring Disorders
Helping Orientation Preferences
Eclectic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Ego Psychology
Marital and Family Systems Therapy
Client Focus
I have a special interest in treating clients with a variety of Mood Disorders, Adjustment Issues, and experiencing challenges with anger, conflict resolution, and self-esteem issues.
When he is not working, Allan enjoys spending his time with his wife, watching sports, viewing politics and honoring his religious faith.