- Trauma and mood support
- Chronic illness coping
- Evening audio and video
About Arthur
Arthur (AJ) Spoerner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of practice based in Indiana. He works with adults and adolescents who have experienced complex trauma, struggle with impulsivity, anger, or live with ADHD. AJ focuses on practical strategies to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
AJ has a long history supporting people facing chronic pain, long-term illness, disability, and the stresses that come with cancer treatment and end-of-life concerns. He offers interventions aimed at changing unhelpful thinking patterns that affect behavior. Sessions are structured and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on skills people can use between appointments.
He typically uses approaches from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, combined with client-centered principles. That means AJ helps clients notice thoughts and feelings, practice new skills, and choose actions that match their values. Progress depends on steady work between sessions and clear, shared goals.
AJ provides audio or video counseling and keeps a consistent schedule for evening appointments. First sessions run 45 minutes and follow-ups are 30 minutes. He reviews messages once daily, usually in the evening, and responds the next day to messages received after his daily check.
People who are looking for pragmatic tools for trauma recovery, mood and anger management, or coping with medical and caregiving stress often find his style direct and steady. He invites prospective clients to consider whether his evening session pattern and audio/video format fit their needs before scheduling.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take steps that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with chronic illness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments to reduce distress and change behavior. It is often used for depression, anxiety, and anger. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving judgment under pressure; it can help with impulsivity and intense mood swings.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and what feels doable. That process may combine elements from different approaches and adjust as progress is made.
AJ provides counseling by audio or video and keeps evening appointment times, which can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekday routine. Online sessions can reduce travel time, allow for shorter follow-ups, and make it simpler to maintain continuity of care during medical treatment or caregiving demands. Confirm the current session options before booking to ensure the format and schedule meet your needs.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does AJ commonly address?
He helps with trauma and abuse, grief, anger, depression, ADHD, stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT issues, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and self-esteem, career and life changes, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, skills-focused approach that combines ACT, CBT, DBT, and client-centered work to help people change unhelpful thinking and practice new behaviors.
What is his background and experience?
He is an LCSW with 20 years of experience working with adults and adolescents, including those with complex trauma and impulsivity or anger management challenges.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds an LCSW credential and practices in Indiana.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What is the cost structure for sessions?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with AJ?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to his availability.