- Client-centered approach
- Drama therapy options
- Focus on codependency
About Ryan
Ryan Lisman is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in California with five years of clinical experience. He works from a humanistic, client-centered perspective that aims to follow the person’s pace and priorities. Ryan also brings creative, embodied methods into sessions through his background as a registered Drama Therapist.
He commonly supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and challenges with self-esteem and motivation. He also addresses relationship and intimacy-related concerns, grief, addiction, and a range of personality and attachment issues. Codependency and communication problems are listed among his additional focus areas.
Ryan’s approach centers on listening first and tailoring the work to each person. He uses humanistic techniques that emphasize respect, empathy, and collaboration. He can include drama therapy methods when movement, role work, or creative expression feel helpful to the goals at hand.
At times he has worked in hospital mental health settings, which contributes to experience with crisis-related and medically connected concerns. He describes his own long-term therapy as a formative influence on how he practices and how he understands change.
Clients can expect a calm, patient tone and practical conversation about next steps. If someone is curious about specific techniques or wants to mix talk-based and creative methods, Ryan invites that conversation so therapy fits the person’s needs.
Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to online work
Ryan emphasizes humanistic, client-centered therapy which focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people name their needs and goals. This approach involves open conversation, reflection, and collaborative goal-setting to address issues like anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.He also draws on drama therapy techniques that use role work, creative expression, and body-based exercises to access feelings that are hard to put into words. When appropriate, these methods can help with processing trauma, exploring identity, and shifting unhelpful patterns like codependency.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to decide whether to emphasize talk-based work, creative exercises, or a mix. That choice is based on the client's needs, goals, and comfort level and will be adjusted over time as progress is tracked.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let someone try talk-based or creative exercises from their own schedule while collaborating with a licensed professional to shape the work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Ryan help people with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and motivation issues. He also addresses relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, addictions, and several attachment and personality-related difficulties.
What is his therapy style like?
Ryan uses a humanistic, client-centered approach that follows the person's pace and priorities. He can blend in creative, embodied methods from drama therapy when that fits the goal.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of professional experience working in clinical settings. That includes time in a hospital mental health unit as a psychotherapist and drama therapist.
What credentials and region are listed?
Ryan holds the LPCC credential and practices in California. The LPCC designation is shown exactly as provided.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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