Tony Hansen, LMHC

Tony Hansen is a Washington-licensed mental health counselor with 12 years of experience helping people work through difficult life moments. He creates a compassionate, inclusive space where clients can talk about anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and major life changes. Tony uses straightforward language and practical tools so people feel heard and can take small steps forward.

He focuses on everyday problems like sleep trouble, stress at work, and relationship strains. He also supports people dealing with identity questions, grief, or the long-term effects of past abuse. Sessions center on the person in front of him, not a one-size-fits-all plan.

Tony draws from a mix of evidence-informed approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. He helps clients build coping skills, shift unhelpful patterns, and reconnect to values that matter in everyday life.

People often bring concerns such as addictions, anger, compassion fatigue, or issues tied to chronic pain and illness. Tony also works with matters like body image, communication problems, and family of origin wounds. He aims to make therapy practical and relevant to each person’s daily routine.

Appointments are offered in English from his Washington practice. He encourages a collaborative pace so clients can set goals and try strategies that feel manageable. The overall emphasis is steady support and clear next steps rather than quick fixes.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without getting stuck in them and then refocus on actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with chronic illness or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to change patterns that cause distress. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving day-to-day coping, which can help with impulsivity, anger, and relationship stress.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Tony will collaborate with each person to choose which methods fit their goals and preferences, and he will adjust the plan as progress is made. The process is described as a team effort where the client's needs guide decisions.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or let people meet without traveling. Licensed professionals can also use in-session exercises, skills practice, and values-based planning in remote sessions, helping therapy stay practical and focused on everyday change.