- Evidence-based techniques
- Practical skill building
- Straightforward approach
About Ryan
Ryan Duck is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who focuses on helping people handle stress and anxiety. He presents as laid back and non-judgmental, and aims to make asking for help feel like a strong step. He is straightforward and approachable, and parents reading on a phone will find his words simple and clear.
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address concerns such as panic disorder and panic attacks, social anxiety, and depression. Sessions often involve talking through difficult feelings, learning practical ways to reduce anxiety, and practicing small changes that fit into daily life. Ryan emphasizes real skills rather than jargon-heavy explanations.
Ryan draws on ten years of varied clinical experience. He has worked as a probation officer in New York City, a counselor in the PINS Diversion program, an employee assistance program therapist, and as a clinician in both private practice and nonprofit settings. That range gives him familiarity with different life stresses and relationship strains.
He helps people facing issues like grief, low self-esteem, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, and loneliness. He also supports those exploring life purpose and self-love while addressing post-traumatic stress when it comes up in sessions.
Ryan practices in New York and conducts sessions in English. His approach is practical and collaborative, aiming to meet each person where they are and work toward manageable changes that fit their everyday life.
How Ryan Uses Evidence-Based Techniques Online
Ryan draws on clear, evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and symptom relief. One common approach is cognitive-behavioral style work, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches ways to shift unhelpful thinking and cope with anxiety and panic. Another frequent element is skill-based anxiety work such as breathing retraining and gradual exposure to feared situations to reduce panic responses over time.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ryan will work with each person to figure out which techniques fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. He explains options plainly, tries strategies together, and adjusts based on what helps most in day-to-day life.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and let people use short check-ins when needed. It can also allow sessions to happen from different locations when that helps coordinate with work or family commitments. Licensed professionals, including therapists, can adapt exercises and homework to work in an online setting so progress continues between visits.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ryan commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, and self-esteem. Additional focus areas include panic disorder and panic attacks, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and issues like isolation and guilt.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is laid back, genuine, and non-judgmental. He emphasizes practical, evidence-based techniques and clear conversation rather than clinical jargon.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has ten years of experience across public and private settings, including work as a probation officer, a PINS Diversion counselor, an EAP therapist, and practice in nonprofit and private clinics.
What credentials and location information are available?
He holds the credential LMHC, listed as NY LMHC, and practices in New York.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the country work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on therapist availability.