- Goal oriented
- Open minded
- LGBT affirming
About Ryan
Ryan Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, and a wide range of life concerns. He works with people on relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, grief, and struggles with addiction. He also supports LGBT clients through identity questions and the effects of discrimination.
He has 13 years of experience and began his work addressing anger management. Over time he has worked extensively with families and with parents navigating difficult moments. He adapts to each person's situation instead of using a single fixed method.
In sessions he focuses on practical steps toward clear goals. He often uses solution-focused ideas to identify what a client wants to change and to track progress. Cognitive-behavioral techniques are used when it helps to shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns.
Ryan also draws on emotionally-focused ideas and relationship tools when couples or relational issues come up. He describes himself as open-minded and nonjudgmental, and can incorporate religion-based perspectives when a client wants that included.
People who choose him can expect straightforward conversations about what’s getting in the way and what to try next. To begin, clients describe their concerns, set goals, and then work on short-term steps while reviewing progress over time.
How Ryan’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person’s experience and priorities, so sessions focus on listening, empathy, and helping clients name what matters to them. This approach is useful for exploring identity, stress, and self-esteem concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses clear steps to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it often includes exercises you try between sessions to build new habits and reduce anxiety or mood symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, such as distress tolerance and emotional regulation techniques.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the initial work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide what methods fit their goals and daily life, and will adjust the plan as progress is reviewed. This means clients help shape whether more CBT, DBT skills, emotionally-focused work, or relationship methods are used.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not specify them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten commute time, and allow for brief check-ins when a quick touchpoint is helpful. They also let people try skills in real life between meetings and then discuss what worked in the next session, helping therapy stay practical and goal focused.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Ryan help people with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and career concerns, among other issues listed in his specialties.
What is his general approach in therapy?
He uses a practical, solution-focused style that sets clear goals and tracks progress. Cognitive-behavioral techniques are used to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
What background does he bring to sessions?
He has 13 years of experience and began his career working on anger management; he later gained extensive experience supporting parents and family concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Ryan holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas as a Texas LPC.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English, and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.