- Collaborative goal setting
- Trauma-informed care
- Skills-based work
About Damon
Damon Bryan is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Utah. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, parenting strain, and challenges like ADHD and coping with life changes. He also supports people dealing with attachment questions, adoption and foster care issues, chronic illness, and coping with natural or human-caused disaster.
Damon aims to make sessions feel open and nonjudgmental so people can speak honestly about what matters most. He works collaboratively with each person to set goals and decide what to work on together. His practice emphasizes a strong, practical connection between therapist and client rather than relying only on a single method.
Over 21 years of professional work, Damon has used several therapeutic approaches. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. He uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotion regulation and coping skills. He also brings Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and Mindfulness practices into trauma-focused work when appropriate.
Sessions focus on real, manageable steps people can try between meetings. Damon tailors strategies to each person’s goals and daily life. He encourages small experiments that build confidence and create momentum toward healthier routines and relationships.
He stresses that the working relationship itself matters most. Damon asks questions, listens closely, and adjusts the plan as needs change. To begin, people choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.
How certain approaches fit into online work
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to help people make practical changes. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems and translates well into focused online conversations. DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches skills for regulating emotions and handling distress; it includes coaching on coping skills and can help with strong emotions and relationship strains. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, focuses on processing traumatic memories and may be used when trauma symptoms are a central concern.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will ask about goals, previous experiences, and what feels most useful, then suggest options and adjust plans together. Many people try one method and add others as needs change.
Session logistics are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by cutting travel time or allowing a shorter check-in during a break. It can also allow sessions to continue when life changes or displacement from a disaster make in-person visits harder. Licensed professionals aim to match methods and scheduling to what each person needs.
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Experience
21+ years
Credentials
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Damon commonly address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, parenting strains, and related issues such as ADHD and coping with life changes.
How does he approach therapy day to day?
He uses a collaborative style that sets clear goals together and focuses on practical steps. Sessions often include skill practice, problem solving, and check-ins about progress.
What background and experience does he bring?
He has 21 years of professional experience working with individuals on mood, relationship, trauma, and addiction concerns across a variety of settings.
Which credentials and location apply?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, licensed in Utah and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How much does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time based on the therapists availability.