Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Ryan works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Colorado
- Years in practice
- 13
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Ryan
Ryan Laverdiere is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, and the fallout of trauma. He focuses on practical steps people can use right away to feel steadier and more in control. Ryan works with adults who want clear tools and steady support during life changes.
He keeps sessions straightforward and conversational. Clients can expect a mix of talking, simple experiments to try between sessions, and skills training to reduce overwhelm.
Background and approach
Ryan listens first to understand each person's priorities, then helps shape a plan that fits their daily life. Ryan has 13 years of experience and brings a calm, steady presence to the work. He draws on several evidence-informed approaches to match the methods to each person's needs.
The goal is to build coping skills and reduce unhelpful patterns over time. Sessions often include skills from cognitive behavioral therapy to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is used to help people clarify values and take purposeful action despite difficult feelings.
When trauma is part of the picture, he may use EMDR techniques as part of processing painful memories. Ryan offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules. He works collaboratively, encouraging small changes that add up to better daily functioning and less reactive anger.
What Ryan works with
Everything Ryan lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Ryan's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
Approaches Ryan lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that reflect their values. It can be helpful for managing anger, anxiety, and life changes by clarifying what matters and taking small steps toward it. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete techniques to change patterns that fuel stress and low mood. It often includes simple skills and short exercises that translate easily to remote sessions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is used to process painful memories and reduce their emotional impact; adapted protocols can be used in online work with careful planning and pacing.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, then shape a collaborative plan. Methods can be combined or adjusted as progress is tracked, and the client helps guide which tools are prioritized.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video lets people read facial cues and practice skills in real time, phone sessions can fit into a break and use less bandwidth, and messaging is useful for short check-ins or ongoing support between appointments. These options make it easier to keep continuity of care and fit therapy into a busy life.
Questions people ask about Ryan
What kinds of problems does Ryan help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, trauma and coping with life changes.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He takes a conversational, skills-focused approach that blends talking with practical exercises and between-session work.
How much experience does he have?
Ryan has 13 years of clinical experience working with adults facing emotional and behavioral challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, and is based in Colorado.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model 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 then schedule according to the therapist's availability.