Licensed clinical social worker recordNew Mexico
Hal Agler, LCSW
New Mexico
Licensed clinical social worker - mood and addiction concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New Mexico
- LCSW, licence C-08163
- NPI
- 1558409060
- Experience
- 23 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New Mexico
These details come from information Hal supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Substance use help
- Trauma and loss
About Hal
Hal Agler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Mexico with 23 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and issues related to trauma and abuse. He also supports those dealing with LGBT concerns, compassion fatigue, and major life changes.
Hal approaches sessions as collaborative conversations. He treats the person in front of him as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions are straightforward and focused on practical steps to manage symptoms and daily challenges.
In practice he helps people develop tools for managing strong emotions and reducing risky behaviors tied to substance use. He uses evidence-based techniques to address mood problems and to interrupt unhelpful patterns that keep issues going. The aim is clear problem-solving and steady progress rather than abstract theories.
Hal has worked in clinical settings for over two decades and brings that experience to routine concerns like parenting strain, family conflict, divorce and separation, and aging or geriatric matters. He also has experience with sexual assault, domestic violence, and attachment-related issues.
People who choose him can expect direct feedback, practical skill-building, and attention to how life context - work, family, health, and community - affects everyday functioning. To begin, follow the site’s onboarding steps to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Hal uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is skill-based work for emotion regulation, teaching concrete strategies to reduce anger, manage anxiety, and cope with strong feelings. This helps people handle daily stress and react less impulsively. Another frequently used method is behavior-focused work to address addictions and mood problems. This involves identifying triggers, building alternative routines, and practicing small changes that add up over time. For trauma-related concerns he can apply structured methods that help a person process difficult events while learning coping skills to reduce distress. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try methods that fit the person's goals, and adjust as needed based on progress and preferences. Clients are invited to raise practical priorities like work schedules, childcare, or treatment goals so the plan stays relevant. Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the profile does not specify formats here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins during a lunch break or sessions that avoid travel time. It can also let sessions continue when circumstances make in-person visits difficult. Licensed professionals help match approach and scheduling to what will work best for daily life.CAreas of focus
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, LGBT issues, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices in a straightforward, collaborative way that looks for client strengths and teaches practical skills for emotion and behavior management.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with a range of mood, trauma, and substance use concerns.
Where is he licensed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Mexico.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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