- Direct guidance
- Skill focused
- Men's wellbeing
About Ryan
Ryan Foley is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and depression. He brings five years of clinical experience from a mental health clinic to his practice. Ryan often supports men navigating uncertainty, life purpose questions, and feelings of isolation.
He creates a direct and nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through hard feelings. Sessions focus on practical steps and skills people can use between meetings. Ryan blends straightforward talk with exercises aimed at reducing overwhelm and improving daily functioning.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems ideas to help people notice thoughts, shift unhelpful patterns, and tend to parts of themselves that feel stuck. He also uses solution-focused techniques to set small, achievable goals and track progress.
Ryan has worked with people dealing with trauma and abuse, PTSD, relationship and communication problems, abandonment and attachment concerns, caregiver stress, and issues around commitment and forgiveness. He also supports those handling gender dysphoria, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and major life transitions like divorce or separation.
Practical matters are discussed openly, including scheduling and what to expect in early sessions. Ryan’s availability is Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and sessions follow a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How Ryan's Approaches Translate to Online Work
Ryan uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking and test new ways of responding to stress and anxiety. CBT sessions often include concrete homework and step-by-step plans to change behavior and mood.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT techniques can help when feelings feel overwhelming or impulsive behavior gets in the way of goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Ryan works collaboratively with each person to choose methods that fit their needs and goals, and he adjusts the plan over time based on what is helping.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats were not specified in the available information. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten commute time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some formats require less bandwidth or only audio, which can help when scheduling during a work break or when video is not practical. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT and DBT tools to work well across different delivery styles, helping people build coping skills and clearer communication no matter how sessions are arranged.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ryan commonly address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and depression, including related issues like isolation, guilt, and life purpose.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Ryan offers a straightforward, nonjudgmental style that mixes talk with practical skills. He focuses on steps clients can use between sessions.
What is his background and experience?
He is a licensed clinical social worker with five years of experience working in a mental health clinic in New York.
What credential and location information is on record?
Ryan holds the LCSW credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing or cost work?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific cost varies with location and therapist scheduling.
What is the process to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.