Damon Bryan is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Utah who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and self esteem concerns. He also works with people facing trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, and career stress. Damon offers straightforward support aimed at everyday problems and life transitions.
In sessions he keeps the tone direct and collaborative. He asks questions, listens closely, and helps people set clear, practical goals. People can expect conversations about thoughts, habits, and patterns that get in the way, along with exercises to try between meetings.
Damon has 21 years of professional experience as a therapist. He trained as a marriage and family therapist and has substantial time working with individuals. That background shapes how he looks at relationships, family roles, and how early experiences affect present behavior.
He draws on several approaches to tailor care to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy are used to identify unhelpful thinking and teach coping skills. EMDR is one option for people processing traumatic memories when appropriate.
Damon emphasizes that a good fit matters. He works with each person to choose methods that match their needs and goals. He encourages small steps and practical changes, and he supports people as they put those steps into practice.
How Damon’s approaches translate to online work
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing patterns of behavior. Online CBT sessions often involve setting concrete goals, practicing new skills during the week, and reviewing progress together. DBT teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills through coaching and structured practice; these skills can be taught and rehearsed during remote sessions to help with strong emotions and relationship challenges. EMDR is used to help people process traumatic memories through guided techniques and careful pacing when it fits a person's needs.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, symptoms, and past treatment experiences, then suggest methods that seem likely to help. Together they adjust the plan as work proceeds so methods match the client's needs and preferences.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session options before booking. Many people find remote therapy easier to fit into busy schedules, such as using sessions during a work break or avoiding travel time. Remote sessions also make it simpler to keep continuity when life events or location changes make in-person visits harder. Ask about scheduling details and what to expect so sessions can fit into daily routines.
Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSomatizationTraumatic brain injury
Therapeutic approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
21+ years
Credentials
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Damon address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflict, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, self esteem, parenting questions, and related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. He focuses on clear goals, listening closely, and assigning useful exercises between meetings.
What background does he bring to sessions?
He has 21 years of professional experience and works from a marriage and family therapy perspective while also treating individuals.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He holds an LMFT credential and practices in Utah.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in starting therapy?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
