Alan is the Clinical Director at WCWG. Alan has spent all his professional life in the helping profession, working for family clinics and agencies since 1980. As well as being trained as a family therapist, Alan also trained in the Alexander Technique which is used to reduce harmful tension in the body.

Alan graduated from a 4 year programme and Internship in Family Therapy and has been associated with the Pacific Coast Family Therapy Training Association (PCFTTA) as a therapist, instructor and Clinic Director from 1990–2004.

Alan has facilitated and taught Family of Origin classes, clinical practice and family theory courses, mentored graduate students, published articles on loss and bereavement and has been a guest speaker on local radio programs where he has spoken about the effects of depression in men.

Alan has given many community and training lectures which have included varied topics such as Wellness, The Family Life-Cycle, Addictions, Sexuality, Couple’s Development, Anger Management and the use of Art and Metaphors in therapy — all of course with a family systems perspective.

Alan’s clinical orientation is Family of Origin – he adheres closely to the theory and practice of family systems, and brings much enthusiasm to his clinical work with a variety and constellation of clients — individuals, couples and families — in the therapy process. Alan’s guiding philosophy is that the “past is very alive in the present”. At WCWG, Alan will perform the clinical intakes, make recommendations, refer to one of the WCWG therapists and supports the clinical team in their important work. Please call Alan to inquire about your wellness concerns.