- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Family of origin issues
About Tony
Tony Hansen is a Washington state licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 12 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addiction, and other life changes. Tony also lists family of origin issues among his focus areas and helps people notice how early family patterns affect current life.
In sessions he uses practical, evidence-informed methods to help people manage symptoms and solve problems. He draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. That mix is used to teach coping skills, shift unhelpful thinking, and practice new ways of relating.
Tony often addresses concerns that come from difficult patterns learned in childhood. He talks through communication problems, abandonment concerns, blended family dynamics, and intimacy-related issues. He also works with people dealing with grief, career stress, chronic illness, and compulsive behaviors linked to substance use.
His background supports both short-term skills work and longer-term exploration of values and identity. Sessions typically include practical exercises, clarity-building questions, and behavioral experiments to test new responses. He pays attention to how clients' goals and daily life shape the plan.
People who contact him can expect plain language and focused work on the problems they name. To begin, clients use the site process to match and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches fit with online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that align with those values. It helps when old family roles or avoidance get in the way of living the life someone wants. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and offers concrete exercises to test and change unhelpful thinking. That approach is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building an understanding relationship so clients can explore identity, intimacy, and family of origin themes at their own pace.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tony will discuss different methods and together with the client choose what fits best based on goals and day-to-day needs. He adapts his use of ACT, CBT, or Client-Centered techniques depending on whether the focus is short-term skill building or deeper exploration of family patterns.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins between appointments, or let them avoid travel time. Online meetings can also make it simpler to try behavioral experiments between sessions and apply skills in everyday settings.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and family of origin issues, plus related concerns like grief, sleep problems, and career strain.
What is his therapy style like
Tony uses practical, evidence-informed methods and plain language. Sessions focus on skills, behavior change, and making sense of patterns from the past.
How much clinical experience does he have
He has 12 years of experience working with adults on a range of mental health and life challenges.
What are his credentials and location
He is a Washington LMHC and practices in Washington state.
Which languages are supported
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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