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- ACT informed
- CBT and DBT skills
- Values based work
About Ryan
Ryan Shelby Butler, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona, has practiced since 2018. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and family-related issues, grief, trauma and abuse, anger, ADHD, and life changes. He describes his style as person-centered and practical, using realistic solution-focused interventions alongside cognitive and behavioral tools.
Ryan earned a Master of Science in Professional Counseling and a post-graduate degree in Christian Counseling from Grand Canyon University. He also holds a Master of Science in Leadership and a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies with emphases in psychology, philosophy, and business. Before counseling practice he worked in higher education in roles that included student guidance, analytics, and administrative support.
His sessions draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based ideas, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy principles while keeping the work grounded and values-informed. He includes person-centered and spiritual or faith-informed elements when clients want that perspective. He uses psychoeducation, narrative techniques, and practical skill teaching to address daily challenges.
He describes helping people identify strengths and values, set realistic steps, and practice coping skills outside sessions. Ryan says he approaches therapy as a collaborative process. He aims to help clients clarify goals and take concrete actions that fit their lives.
Outside work he spends time with family, serves in church leadership, and enjoys reading, writing, and outdoor activities. He lives in Arizona and conducts work from that state.
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How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying personal values and taking concrete steps toward them. It helps with anxiety, depression, and motivation by teaching skills to notice thoughts and commit to meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns with practical exercises and skill practice. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at relationship patterns and how early bonds affect current connections; it can help with intimacy issues and relationship distress.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client review needs, goals, and preferences and decide together which methods to use. That collaboration guides which skills and homework fit the client's life.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many therapists use video or phone in general practice, but check which formats this clinician offers so sessions match personal routines and technical needs.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family-related concerns, grief, trauma and abuse, anger, ADHD, and related life changes.
What therapeutic style does he use?
He uses a person-centered approach with solution-focused interventions and psychoeducation. His practice draws on CBT, DBT, ACT, and attachment-informed ideas.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of clinical experience, practicing since 2018.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Arizona and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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