- Strengths-focused
- Practical tools
- Mindfulness informed
About Ryan
Ryan Giles is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Utah with 18 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, career concerns, and the ups and downs of major life changes. He also works with concerns like commitment and control issues, isolation, fatherhood challenges, and questions about life purpose.
He focuses on practical, down-to-earth support. Sessions begin by understanding what matters to each person and what goals feel realistic. He looks for strengths clients already have and builds on them so change feels doable.
Ryan draws from several therapeutic approaches to meet different needs. He uses cognitive behavioral methods to notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. He includes mindfulness practices to help calm the body and steady attention. For people affected by painful events, he uses trauma-focused techniques to make those memories less disruptive.
His style is collaborative and direct. He listens, asks clear questions, and offers concrete tools to practice between sessions. The aim is steady progress, not quick fixes, and to help people find more balance and resilience in daily life.
Clients can expect straightforward goals and practical steps. Work often includes short experiments, skill practice, and reflection on what’s working. Over time the focus shifts from coping to moving toward the life each person wants.
How Ryan’s approaches translate to online work
Many of his methods fit well with remote sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thoughts and testing small behavior changes; it often uses clear worksheets and short homework tasks that translate easily to an online format. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and increase calm, which can be practiced during or between online meetings. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on reducing the hold of painful memories and building safety skills, and it can be adapted step by step for remote sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest a mix of methods that suit their needs. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress and comfort change.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Many people appreciate online work because it can make scheduling easier, cut commuting time, and allow for shorter check-ins when a full session isn't needed. Online sessions can also let someone practice skills in real-life routines, like using grounding techniques during a break or trying a new communication skill between meetings.
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does Ryan commonly address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, career concerns, and coping with life changes. He also helps with problems like commitment, control, loneliness, and fatherhood issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His approach is collaborative and strengths-focused. He listens, sets clear goals, and offers practical exercises to try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 18 years of professional experience working with a wide range of clients and concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds a Utah LCSW credential and practices in Utah.
In which language are sessions conducted?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.