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- CBT
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About Ryan
Dr. Ryan Hale, LPC, LCPC, is licensed in Kansas and has 11 years of clinical experience. He works with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and a range of intimacy and sexual issues. He also addresses workplace strain, parenting stress, sleeping and eating concerns, ADHD, and men's issues.
Dr. Hale uses straightforward conversation to identify practical steps a person can take. He balances being directive and reflective depending on what the moment calls for. His stated approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Before entering counseling, he worked in college sports and as a trainer. That background informs his interest in behavior change and in working with people connected to athletic and first responder worlds. He has experience in campus settings, emergency services, and private practice.
Sessions focus on clear goals and skill-building. He helps people with coping strategies for anxiety, tools for mood regulation, and plans for addressing addictive patterns. He also talks through relationship and communication problems and assists people facing life transitions.
People can expect a practical orientation that mixes problem-solving and reflective conversation. Dr. Hale aims to figure out whether a more directive or a more listening stance will help in each session. He also offers work around fitness, returning from injury, and healthy behavior change when that is relevant.
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Approaches used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's experience and helps with building trust and clearer self-expression. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for people with intense emotions or mood instability.The choice of approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. Sessions may mix techniques from different approaches depending on progress and preferences.
Confirm the session formats before booking because the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a weekly routine, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. It also supports practical skill practice between sessions, such as CBT exercises or DBT skill drills, so therapeutic work can fit into everyday life.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Colorado, Kansas
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addictions, trauma and many relationship and family-related issues.
What is his therapy style?
He balances directive guidance with reflective listening and focuses on practical steps and skills during sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of professional experience in clinical settings and related roles.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds LPC and LCPC credentials and is licensed in Kansas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the country work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees 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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.