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Alan Ellias, LMSW

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and LGBT
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Alan

Alan Ellias is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with two decades of part-time clinical practice. He earned his Master of Social Work from Wayne State University and has worked across settings including school-based roles, crisis line volunteering, emergency services, and small independent practice.

Background and approach

He retired from full-time school work in 2022 but continues offering therapeutic support to people facing a range of concerns. His work covers stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, LGBT matters, parenting challenges, career transitions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, along with hospice and end-of-life counseling, infidelity, and phobias.

Alan combines cognitive-behavioral methods with psychodynamic insight and client-centered warmth, and he draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness practices when helpful. His style is described as nonjudgmental, adaptable, and interactive, emphasizing respect and sensitivity.

Alan approaches therapy as a collaborative process, offering guidance and options while encouraging clients to make choices that fit their lives. He tailors sessions and treatment plans to individual needs and frames seeking help as a courageous first step toward greater well-being.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Alan integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into his work, helping people clarify values and commit to actions that align with what matters most while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, offering an empathic, nonjudgmental space that focuses on the client's perspective and supports self-directed growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another cornerstone of his practice, addressing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies that can target anxiety, depression, and stress-related patterns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and everyday demands, adapting techniques as progress unfolds so the plan remains responsive to individual needs.

Online therapy with him is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to fit regular sessions into busy schedules, continue work during life transitions, and maintain momentum between meetings by using brief messaging or chat options when appropriate.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with many issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy difficulties, LGBT concerns, parenting and career challenges, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, ADHD, hospice and end-of-life topics, infidelity, and phobias.
What is Alan Ellias' therapeutic style like?
His style is nonjudgmental, warm, adaptable, and interactive, combining guidance with respect and sensitivity while avoiding stigmatizing labels.
How much experience does he have in therapy?
He brings 20 years of part-time clinical experience including roles in schools, crisis services, emergency mental health, and independent practice settings.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds an LMSW with licence details MI LMSW 6801069651 and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are available for sessions and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
In what formats can sessions take place?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session options to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesGriefDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Hospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityPhobias

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

What Alan can help with

Alan Ellias works with clients on stress and anxiety, LGBT, relationship issues, grief, and depression.

How Alan approaches therapy

Alan's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Alan is a Licensed Masters Social Worker practicing in Michigan, with 20 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

Alan aims to support and empower you.