Harold "Lanny" Monson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who helps people who feel stuck, powerless, or overwhelmed regain a clearer sense of themselves. He often works with concerns like low self esteem, relationship strain, anxiety, addiction, grief, and major life changes. His tone is direct and compassionate, aimed at people who want practical steps forward.
He draws on 25 years of clinical experience across many settings. That includes work with survivors of sexual and physical trauma, people with substance use struggles, and those affected by homelessness and discrimination. He also has experience with ADHD, obsessive-compulsive challenges, and autism spectrum issues.
His approach is practical and collaborative. He listens for what a person values and then helps them build clearer choices. He developed a framework he calls "Displaced Power" to help people move from feeling controlled by circumstances to finding more control in their lives.
Monson’s training includes a Bachelor of Science from Brigham Young University, a Master of Science in Family and Human Development from Utah State University, and a post-master’s certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Saint Mary’s University. He holds LMFT licensure in Utah and Washington.
People who come for help can expect conversations about what matters, concrete coping skills, and steps to rebuild confidence. His practice name emphasizes helping people find their own strength and practical ways to use it.
How his approaches fit with online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client so they feel understood and can name goals. It helps people who need a steady, respectful space to sort through feelings and make choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills for managing anxiety, low self esteem, and mood challenges. The Gottman Method centers on communication patterns in relationships and offers tools for improving how partners talk and solve problems.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they will try methods that fit the client’s needs and adjust over time based on what helps most.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the exact options before booking. Licensed professionals can use these approaches in remote sessions to teach skills, review homework, and practice new ways of relating that translate into daily life.
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Utah, Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Harold address in therapy?
He works with a wide range of concerns including self esteem, relationship and parenting struggles, anxiety, addictions, trauma and grief among others.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is collaborative and down-to-earth, focusing on listening, identifying values, and building practical steps people can try between sessions.
What kind of background does he bring to sessions?
He brings 25 years of experience including work with trauma survivors, people with substance use issues, correctional populations, and outreach to underserved communities.
Which credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is an LMFT with licensure in Utah and Washington, and his practice is based in Utah.
In what language are sessions offered and are international clients possible?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How does pricing work for therapy with him?
Cost varies by location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with this therapist?
Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
