Alfred Mayer, LCSW

Licensed in Connecticut · 3 years in practice

Alfred Mayer offers a direct, person-centered approach to therapy that starts with listening.

License and registration

LCSW, Connecticut: 002400 · expires October 2026
NPI: 1912673351 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 3
Languages: English

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About Alfred

Alfred Mayer offers a direct, person-centered approach to therapy that starts with listening. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, based in Connecticut who helps people untangle stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, and issues with self-esteem. He writes plainly and focuses on practical steps people can try between sessions.

In sessions he uses Client-Centered methods to create space for people to tell their story. He pairs that with tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thinking and try different behaviors.

Background and approach

Gottman Method ideas guide his work on trust and communication for people struggling with intimacy or relationship conflict. Alfred draws on three years of recent clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns including addictions, trauma and abuse, eating issues, bipolar mood concerns, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

He also supports people facing hospice and end-of-life questions and the emotions that come with those situations. Therapy with him tends to be conversational and goal-oriented. He helps people set small, clear goals and checks progress each week.

He also offers coaching-style support when people want practical plans for coping with life changes or work stress. Sessions are offered in English and delivered online by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Alfred encourages people who are unsure about starting to try a single step - a short intake or chat - to see how the approach fits their needs.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Alfred names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Alfred often combines Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to meet people where they are. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a collaborative relationship so clients can speak freely about their struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tests new ways of thinking and acting to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to set goals and try approaches that fit their needs, adjusting the plan over time based on what helps most. Clients are encouraged to give feedback so sessions stay practical and relevant.

Online formats offer several practical benefits. Video calls let people see facial cues and use visual tools during work on relationships or emotion regulation. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to get brief, ongoing support between sessions or to fit care into a busy day. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to continue while managing work, family, or medical responsibilities.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?

Alfred works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, self-esteem, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, anger, bipolar mood issues, ADHD, compassion fatigue, family matters, and hospice or end-of-life counseling.

What is the therapist's style or approach in sessions?

He blends Client-Centered listening with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and elements of the Gottman Method and solution-focused work, aiming for clear, usable steps between sessions.

How long has this clinician been practicing?

The profile notes three years of professional experience in clinical settings and online formats.

What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?

This clinician is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Connecticut and practices from that state.

Can I work with this therapist in another language or from another country?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are available?

Therapy can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different schedules and communication preferences.

How does payment and cost work for sessions?

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