- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship challenges
- Practical insight
About Ryan
Ryan Martin is an LPC who focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. He offers calm, direct support for men and others working through major life changes and emotional strain. Ryan aims to make therapy clear and practical so clients can take small steps forward.
He helps people untangle communication problems, codependency, and control patterns in relationships. He also supports those dealing with grief, guilt, shame, and aftermaths of trauma and abuse. Ryan pays attention to how family-of-origin issues shape current behavior and relationships.
Clients come to him for help with divorce and separation, infidelity, and questions about identity and life purpose. He also works with anger, mood concerns, and personality-related struggles in straightforward, problem-focused sessions. The work often mixes talking through patterns with practicing new ways of relating.
Ryan describes his role as meeting people where they are with respect and honesty. He aims to build insight while keeping goals practical and achievable. Sessions are collaborative and paced according to each person’s needs.
He practices in Louisiana and holds an LPC credential, which stands for licensed professional counselor. Ryan has three years of experience in clinical work. To begin, clients follow a short matching process and schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability.
How evidence-based methods inform online work
Ryan lists evidence-based therapeutic techniques as the foundation of his work. That phrase covers approaches that focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, strengthening communication, and processing emotional wounds. For example, one common evidence-based approach helps people identify and reframe negative thought patterns that fuel anxiety and depression, which can reduce distress and improve daily functioning.Another relevant approach targets relationship and communication patterns. This involves noticing repeated interaction cycles, practicing new ways to express needs, and trying short exercises between sessions to shift how people relate. These techniques are often useful for anger, codependency, and infidelity-related concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to choose methods that match a person’s goals, needs, and preferences. Expect discussion and small experiments early on to see what fits best.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking since the profile does not specify them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, avoid travel time, and maintain continuity during transitions. Different formats can also support shorter check-ins, phone-only conversations that don't require video, or video sessions that allow fuller interaction. Ask about current options when you schedule so arrangements match your day-to-day needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Ryan commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and anger. Additional focuses include codependency, communication problems, infidelity, and life purpose.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and practical, focusing on clear steps and real-life changes. The work blends talking about patterns with trying out new ways of relating.
What background and experience does he bring?
He has three years of clinical experience working with people facing mood concerns, relationship problems, and life transitions. He emphasizes respectful, honest engagement in sessions.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds an LPC credential, which means licensed professional counselor, and practices in Louisiana.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options with the therapist before booking. Ask about phone, video, or in-person possibilities when you schedule.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and the therapist's schedule; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform or contact the therapist to learn current pricing.
How do I start working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.