- Guilt and shame
- Relationship strain
- Depression and anxiety
About Ryan
Ryan Martin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana with three years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are coping with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship strain, anger, and trauma. He also addresses concerns such as abandonment, codependency, communication problems, control issues, and guilt and shame.
Ryan speaks plainly about difficult feelings like guilt and shame and how they affect daily life. He helps people name what they are feeling, look at how those feelings show up in relationships, and try different ways of responding. Sessions focus on understanding patterns, improving communication, and making decisions that fit a person's values.
He has experience supporting people through major life changes, including divorce and midlife reflection. He also works with questions of identity and relationship challenges such as infidelity and separation. Ryan pays attention to family-of-origin issues and how early relationships shape current behavior.
In session he listens for recurring patterns - for example, control or dependent behaviors - and helps clients consider alternatives. He encourages practical steps that can be used between meetings, such as communication practices or small behavior changes. Progress is discussed openly so goals can be adjusted as needed.
Ryan offers therapy with respect and directness. He asks about values and life purpose as part of building clearer next steps. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking.
Approaches used and how online sessions fit your life
Ryan draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people understand patterns and try new responses. One approach focuses on identifying how thoughts and actions keep difficult feelings going, then testing small changes to see what helps. This works well for anxiety, depression, and guilt that shows up as repetitive thinking.Another common method looks at how relationships shape behavior. Sessions examine communication habits, boundaries, and trust so people can take clearer steps in their partnerships. This approach is useful for relationship strain, codependency, infidelity, and family-of-origin wounds.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative effort. The therapist and client discuss needs, goals, and preferences and then try methods that fit those priorities. Adjustments are made as the work progresses so the approach matches what is actually helping.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten check-ins when time is limited, or avoid travel. Licensed professionals can also use video or phone sessions when those formats are available to help sessions slot into everyday life more easily.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, anger, and trauma, plus related concerns such as abandonment, codependency, and guilt and shame.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He helps people name those feelings, trace how they affect behavior and relationships, and try practical alternatives to long-standing patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience as a counselor working with adults on mood, relationship, and trauma-related concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered in English and for clients located in the therapist's region.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm available formats before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet with him?
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.