Hal Agler, LCSW

Licensed in New Mexico · 23 years in practice

Hal Agler is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, and depression.

License and registration

LCSW, New Mexico: C-08163 · expires July 2026
NPI: 1558409060 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 23
Languages: English

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About Hal

Hal Agler is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, and depression. He works with clients affected by trauma, family problems, and life changes. He recognizes taking the first step can feel hard and aims to make that beginning easier.

Hal listens first and asks simple questions to understand what matters most. He treats each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on.

Background and approach

Sessions are practical and focused on manageable steps rather than long explanations. With more than two decades in the field, Hal draws on broad experience supporting people through difficult transitions. He has worked with those coping with compassion fatigue, sexual assault and abuse, and the effects of domestic violence.

He also addresses concerns like mood disorders, substance use, and fatherhood issues. Hal uses evidence-based techniques to help clients reduce symptoms and regain a sense of control. He tailors methods to fit each person’s situation and goals, avoiding one-size-fits-all plans.

Progress is tracked in ways that make sense to the client. He practices in New Mexico as an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Sessions are offered in English and include several online formats to fit different needs.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Hal lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Anger management
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Mood disorders
Sexual assault and abuse

Online support

How evidence-based approaches translate to online therapy

Many evidence-based techniques focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress. Cognitive approaches help people notice and shift negative thinking that fuels anxiety and depression. Behavioral strategies add small, doable actions that rebuild routine, reduce avoidance, and support recovery from addictions.

Trauma-informed methods help people manage strong emotions and stay grounded when recalling painful events. These approaches teach coping skills for flashbacks, nightmares, and intense emotional reactions, and are often paired with safety planning and pacing the work.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy fit everyday life. Video lets people see nonverbal cues and have a fuller conversation. Phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging allow short check-ins, written reflection, or support between longer sessions. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to keep up with alongside work, school, or family responsibilities.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does he help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, and depression, along with trauma, family problems, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe his approach in sessions?

He listens first and treats the client as the expert on their life, then focuses on practical, manageable steps to address problems.

What kind of experience does he bring?

He has 23 years of professional experience working in behavioral health and related areas.

Where is he licensed and located?

He is licensed as an LCSW in New Mexico and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How are sessions billed and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

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