Ryan Foley

Ryan Foley is a licensed clinical social worker with five years of experience providing psychotherapy in New York. He helps people cope with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and low self-esteem. Ryan aims to create a straightforward space where someone can talk about painful feelings without being judged.

He uses clear, practical methods to address everyday problems. Sessions often focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts, learning skills to manage strong emotions, and finding small steps that make daily life easier. Ryan draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to guide this work.

Ryan pays attention to patterns that repeat in relationships, such as attachment concerns or feelings of abandonment. He also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, commitment worries, communication problems, and challenges around identity and shame.

In sessions he aims for a calm, direct style. Conversations move between exploring what matters to the person now and testing tools that can reduce distress. Progress is usually the result of small, steady changes rather than instant fixes.

Ryan practiced in a mental health clinic before offering ongoing therapy. He is licensed in New York as an LCSW, and works with clients who want a practical, compassionate approach to getting unstuck.

How key approaches shape online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and responding to what matters most to the person. It helps people feel heard and clarifies goals so sessions stay relevant. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical exercises to shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving how someone relates to stress and conflict.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then try methods that match those aims. Over a few sessions, the plan can be adjusted based on what actually helps in day-to-day life.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, or allow a brief check-in during a break. Sessions conducted remotely let people practice skills in the context of their daily routines and bring real-life examples to the conversation without requiring a specific location.