Brian Hanson, Ph.D.

Areas of Specialty

When emotional difficulties become overwhelming, it can be hard to imagine things changing, especially when previous efforts haven't helped. Dr. Hanson has a particular interest in helping individuals who feel discouraged or stuck find a way forward and make meaningful changes in their lives. He works with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma-related difficulties, including PTSD.

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Approach to Therapy

Dr. Hanson believes that feeling genuinely understood and accepted is essential to the therapeutic process. He meets clients where they are, seeking to understand their experiences while developing a therapeutic relationship grounded in patience, consistency, and validation. He works collaboratively with clients to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress, develop skills for managing difficult emotions, and gradually approach challenges in new and more effective ways. His approach integrates a range of evidence-based therapies, including DBT, CBT, ACT, and specialized treatments for OCD and trauma, tailoring treatment to each individual's needs and goals.

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Education, Training, and Experience

Dr. Hanson earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University. His clinical experience spans inpatient psychiatric and outpatient settings, with much of his work focused on treating complex, often co-occurring psychological difficulties through individual and group psychotherapy.

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