LCSW Shelby Ryan
Online counseling
Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
Shelby Ryan is an experienced, licensed Medical Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy.
More about me
Licensing:
LCSW
Years in Practice:
8
Hello! My name is Shelby Ryan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia. I have enjoyed working in the mental health field for nearly 20 years and have worked in a variety of settings and with a variety of individuals. I began my social work career working with teenagers and children in residential group home settings and in more recent years have been working with adults in community-based mental health settings. The individual seeking counseling is the expert on his/her self and it is important for the individual seeking counseling to feel comfortable with the counselor. I believe and respect this as a collaborative process.
I believe that each individual is equipped with the ability to find solutions to life’s challenges and that sometimes we need to give ourselves permission, a safe space, and “an objective ear” to help sort through what is working for us and what is not working, room to see our strengths, and allow for exploring of different or new perspectives and options. I use several modalities as everyone is unique and we all have different levels of comfort and I will ask for feedback on which are most helpful. Modalities I find effective are client-centered and solution-focused. I often use motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as mindfulness and holistic approaches. In addition to office sessions, telehealth, and traditional talk therapy, I also find experiential learning modalities (learning through doing) very effective, and for the past 14 years have facilitated Equine and Animal Assisted Therapy sessions as an effective approach in personal exploration and growth. In traditional talk therapy and telehealth, I enjoy being a good listener and being supportive in helping you to explore and navigate successful approaches to achieving your goals and a healthier, happier You!
I have experience in helping with a variety of issues that include depression, mood disorders, anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, grief/loss, women’s issues, interpersonal, trauma/PTSD, stress-related issues, situational and life changes, care-giver fatigue, chronic illness, and transitions.
About online counseling
Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Ranging from $35 to $80 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Try online counseling with Shelby Ryan
Chat now- Issues
- Stress Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD
- Languages Spoken
- English
Services offered
100% confidential · No judgment
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