- Guilt and shame focus
- Grief and loss
- Panic and anxiety
About Ryan
Ryan Duck is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 10 years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, low self-esteem, and depression. Ryan also addresses concerns such as communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and social anxiety.
Ryan's background includes roles as a probation officer in New York City, a counselor in the PINS Diversion program, and work in employee assistance programs. He has practiced in both private and nonprofit settings. That mix of experiences informs a practical approach to everyday problems.
Sessions focus on straightforward conversation and real-life strategies. He aims to help people sort through what keeps them stuck and try different ways of responding. Ryan keeps language simple and avoids jargon so people can use what they learn right away.
He has worked with individuals, couples, and families in previous roles, and he draws on varied settings when thinking about problems like relationship conflict or trouble managing emotions. Ryan also brings life experience as a partner and parent, which he says helps him connect with common life pressures.
People who contact him can expect a calm, direct style that emphasizes practical next steps. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site's online options.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Evidence-based techniques often focus on changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and on building skills to manage intense feelings. One common approach helps identify patterns of thought that fuel guilt and shame and then tests those thoughts against real situations, which can reduce their grip over time. Another useful approach emphasizes practical skills for anxiety and panic, such as grounding steps and paced breathing, along with small behavioral experiments to increase confidence.Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying an approach, checking how it feels, and adjusting the plan together rather than committing to a single path from the start.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm the available session types before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work and family life, shorten travel time, or let someone choose a quieter setting for a focused check-in. They can also allow shorter follow-ups or phone check-ins when that better matches a person's schedule or bandwidth needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, low self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues like communication problems, control issues, and guilt and shame.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses plain language and practical conversation. Sessions focus on real-life strategies and ways to change responses to difficult feelings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of experience working in settings that include probation services, PINS diversion counseling, employee assistance, private practice, and nonprofit work.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices from New York.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.