Ryan Foley

Practical, collaborative therapy for stress and trauma

LCSW New York

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Ryan

Ryan Foley is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with five years of clinical experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and depression.

Background and approach

He draws on practical, evidence-informed approaches to help clients manage symptoms, build coping skills, and clarify meaningful next steps in their lives. Ryan emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where clients' thoughts and feelings can be explored openly.

He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Internal Family Systems to tailor treatment to each person's needs, drawing on structured skill work as well as explorations of internal parts and interpersonal patterns. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thinking, developing emotion regulation and distress tolerance techniques, and strengthening self-understanding.

Available Monday through Thursday from 7am to 7pm, Ryan offers a flexible, client-centered approach aimed at practical progress and greater clarity. His practice is oriented toward helping people move through difficult transitions, manage overwhelming emotion, and cultivate a clearer sense of purpose and self-compassion.

Using evidence-informed approaches in online therapy

Ryan frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in his online practice. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression, often through structured exercises and homework. DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that can help when emotions feel overwhelming or communication breaks down.

Finding the right approach is part of the work, and Ryan treats approach selection as a collaborative process. He will discuss your goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and then blend methods to create a practical plan that fits your needs.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats allow for consistent scheduling around work and caregiving responsibilities, make it easier to practice skills between sessions, and support ongoing contact when steady in-person attendance is difficult.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ryan commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and depression, along with related issues such as attachment, communication problems, and isolation.

What is his therapeutic style and approach?

Ryan uses a client-centered stance combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and elements of DBT and Internal Family Systems to balance skill-building and deeper exploration.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has five years of experience practicing as a psychotherapist in a mental health clinic setting.

Where is he licensed and located?

Ryan is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New York; his credential is NY LCSW 098869.

Can he see clients who live outside the United States?

He is not currently accepting international clients and works with English-speaking clients in his stated region.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English