- Stress and anxiety
- Anger management
- Depression support
About Hal
Hal Agler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Mexico with 23 years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, and depression. He also supports those facing trauma, family problems, LGBT concerns, compassion fatigue, and life changes.
Hal treats people as the experts on their own lives. He focuses on practical ways to reduce recurring anger and manage strong reactions. Sessions involve talking through what leads to angry episodes, identifying patterns, and testing new responses in daily life.
His style is straightforward and goal oriented. He looks for existing strengths a person can build on. Conversations often include developing coping steps, practicing ways to interrupt anger, and planning small behavior changes that are realistic to try between sessions.
Hal draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work with mood and addiction issues. He also addresses family of origin concerns, fatherhood issues, and effects of trauma when those relate to present day anger or distress. He aims to help people notice triggers and learn concrete alternatives to repeating old patterns.
People who choose to work with him should expect clear, practical discussion and step-by-step tasks to practice outside sessions. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session using the See online therapy options button.
Evidence-based techniques and working online
Hal uses straightforward, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anger and related concerns. One common approach focuses on identifying triggers and testing small behavior changes - this helps people notice the moments that escalate anger and try practical alternatives. Another approach emphasizes skills for managing mood and cravings when addiction or depression is present, with steps to reduce urges and build steadier routines.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Hal will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and daily life. He checks in about what is helpful and adjusts plans as skills are practiced between sessions.
The therapist biography did not list specific online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people choose remote sessions for practical reasons - fitting appointments into a workday, avoiding travel, or using a shorter check-in when time is limited. Online work can make it easier to put new skills into practice between meetings and to maintain regular momentum toward managing anger and related concerns.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, and depression, plus related issues like trauma, family problems, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on building on a person's strengths to change patterns of anger and distress.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of professional experience working with mood, addiction, and anger-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Mexico.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to people abroad?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.