Therapist profile
Harold "Lanny" Monson, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Relationships and Family
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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Harold
Harold "Lanny" Monson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Utah with 25 years of experience. He works with adults on relationships, family and parenting concerns and related issues such as anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, and coping with life changes. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Monson uses straightforward conversation to help people who feel powerless regain a sense of control. He often draws on Client-Centered work and cognitive-behavioral ideas to identify patterns that cause distress. He also brings in mindfulness practices and narrative techniques to help people shift how they relate to their own stories.
His background includes long-term work with people affected by sexual and physical trauma and with those who have struggled with substance abuse. He has experience visiting different cultures and working with populations affected by homelessness and discrimination. He has also worked in correctional settings and on a military base in family advocacy roles.
Monson trained at Brigham Young University (BS), Utah State University (MS in Family and Human Development) and completed a Post-Master's Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy. He is an approved supervisor with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and describes a practical theory he calls "Displaced Power" that he uses to help people reclaim what he calls the "power within."
In sessions he focuses on clear goals, practical steps, and simple tools clients can use between meetings. Conversations tend to be direct and geared toward changes people can try right away.
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How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what the client wants to talk about. It helps when someone needs a place to sort out feelings and make personal choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thinking and behavior patterns and uses practical exercises to reduce symptoms like anxiety or anger. The Gottman Method concentrates on communication and interaction patterns in close relationships and offers concrete skills for managing conflict and rebuilding connection.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and everyday life. Sessions can mix techniques so the plan changes as progress is made.
The therapist's profile does not list explicit online session formats, so confirm the options before booking. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help fit sessions into busy days. It can also allow for shorter check-ins, use of audio-only when needed, and flexible timing to work around parenting or work commitments.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Utah, Washington
Languages
English
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What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with relationship, family and parenting concerns plus issues like anger, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses straightforward, goal-focused conversation that draws on client-centered methods, CBT, mindfulness, and narrative techniques to change patterns and behaviors.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of clinical experience, including work with trauma survivors, substance use, correctional populations, and military family advocacy.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT licensed in Utah (UT LMFT, WA LMFT) and is located in Utah.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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