- Attachment work
- CBT techniques
- Client-centered care
About Sidney
Dr. Sidney Dang is a UT Psychologist (9434459-2501) with 14 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep difficulties, parenting concerns, self-esteem struggles, and ADHD.
He combines a client-centered approach with evidence-based methods. That means sessions start with the person's concerns and strengths, and then practical skills are added as needed. He aims to be present in sessions and to teach coping tools that can be used between meetings.
Sidney has worked in a range of settings, including private practice, community mental health, residential treatment, hospitals, and schools. That variety gives him experience with different kinds of problems and life situations. He also researches and writes about how diagnostic labels can hide trauma and about using culture and music as therapeutic tools.
In sessions he draws on attachment-based ideas to look at relationship patterns. He uses cognitive behavioral strategies to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Dialectical behavior techniques and existential ideas also inform his work when people need emotion regulation skills or space to talk about meaning and values.
People who prefer straightforward, practical sessions may find his style helpful. Before a first appointment he asks people to share their main concerns and goals so time in session is focused on what matters most. To begin, follow the site's steps to complete a short questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Attachment-based work looks at patterns in relationships and how early bonds affect current connections; it can help when trust, abandonment, or attachment issues cause distress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning. Client-centered therapy prioritizes the person's perspective, using reflective listening and problem clarification to make sessions feel focused and practical.Finding the best approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and can adjust the plan as work progresses.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people choose a quieter time slot or avoid camera use if that helps them engage. The clinician will discuss which format works best during the initial scheduling and matching steps.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, depression, trauma, grief, sleep problems, parenting concerns, self-esteem, ADHD, and related topics.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are client-centered and strength-focused, with practical skills from evidence-based approaches added as needed.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 14 years of experience across private practice, community mental health, residential treatment, hospitals, and schools.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a UT Psychologist with license number 9434459-2501 and practices in Utah.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients meet with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.