Arthur (AJ) Spoerner, LCSW

Arthur (AJ) Spoerner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience. He works with adults and adolescents who have faced complex trauma, problems with impulsivity, anger, and ADHD. AJ focuses on practical strategies that help reduce distress and manage difficult emotions.

He also supports people coping with chronic pain, long-term illness, disability, and cancer-related distress. End-of-life concerns and caregiver strain are areas he often addresses in sessions. AJ aims to offer tools that make day-to-day life more manageable.

Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that influence behavior. He offers interventions and strategies intended to change patterns that cause pain and interfere with goals. AJ uses straightforward language and steps people can try between sessions.

AJ provides audio and video counseling only. Initial appointments are 45 minutes and follow-ups are 30 minutes. He checks messages about once a day, usually in the evening, and responds to messages left after 8:30 pm the next day.

People describe looking for clear strategies and steady guidance when they reach out to him. If someone wants a therapist who combines practical skill-building with attention to life stressors, AJ may be a good match. To begin, use the Start Therapy workflow on the site to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a session.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice their thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with chronic health problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood. It is practical for mood, stress, and anger. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person in the room, using listening and reflection to help people find their own solutions and build confidence.

Choosing a method is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and suggest which approach or combination might fit best. The plan can change as work progresses so the client stays involved in decisions.

AJ offers online sessions by audio and video only, so confirm the available session times and format before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter follow-up visits, and reduce travel time. For people managing chronic pain or caregiving duties, remote sessions can be a practical way to get regular support while keeping daily life on track.