Ryan Martin

Hope-focused counselor blending evidence and empathy

LPC Connecticut

Experience: 4 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Ryan

Ryan Martin is a licensed professional counselor who practices from a foundation of collaborative, goal-oriented care and a range of therapeutic perspectives.

Background and approach

He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and dialectical approaches to help clients develop practical skills for managing stress, anxiety, mood disruptions, addictive behaviors, and trauma-related symptoms. His work emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring interventions to each person’s needs.

With four years of clinical experience in Connecticut, Ryan supports people facing bipolar disorder, depression, panic and mood disorders, and the challenges that come with post-traumatic stress. He also addresses concerns such as body image, communication problems, divorce and separation, family difficulties, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, and questions of life purpose.

Ryan prefers chat-based sessions but adapts to client preferences and will collaborate on a treatment plan that fits individual goals and circumstances.

Integrating Evidence-Based Approaches in Online Counseling

Ryan uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete strategies for changing behaviors and moods, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood instability. He also draws from Client-Centered Therapy, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance that prioritizes the client’s own goals and pace of change. Dialectical Behavior Therapy elements are used to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills for clients who struggle with intense emotions or impulsivity.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the work; he collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process includes adapting techniques over time so treatment remains relevant and practical for the client’s life.

Online therapy with Ryan is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility. These options allow individuals to access licensed professionals from different locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for progress and ongoing support.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ryan commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression, and also focuses on related issues like body image, impulsivity, isolation, and panic attacks.

What is his therapeutic style and approach?

Ryan integrates client-centered care with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools, tailoring interactions to each client while emphasizing practical skills and self-reflection.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has four years of professional work experience providing counseling services in Connecticut.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

Ryan holds the LPC credential with license number CT LPC 7128 and practices in Connecticut.

Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and he does accept international clients.

Which session formats are available?

He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How are sessions priced and billed?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in starting therapy with him?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

Body imageCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English