Therapist profile
Ryan Smith, LPC
Texas
LPC in Texas - Anger and Relationship support
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Texas / 67833
- NPI1245677566
- Experience13 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationTexas
About
- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Client-centered care
About Ryan
Ryan Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 13 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship strain, and other concerns. Sessions address practical problems and goals rather than long, abstract talks.
He has a background in anger-related work and began his career on anger management issues. Over time he broadened his practice to include relationship and family-related concerns and helping parents navigate parenting challenges. He also works with people who identify as LGBT and with related identity and oppression issues.
Ryan uses a clear, problem-focused style that looks for steps a person can try between sessions. He often draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques to spot and shift thought patterns that keep problems stuck. He also brings elements of client-centered listening and strategies from Dialectical Behavior Therapy when emotional regulation skills are needed.
He is comfortable discussing spiritual or religious perspectives when that matters to the person, and also works with people who prefer a non-religious approach. Ryan describes himself as open-minded and direct; he aims to help people set concrete goals and work toward them efficiently.
People who choose him can expect practical conversations about what is getting in the way of their goals, clear suggestions to try, and regular check-ins on progress. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions from Texas in English.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people can make sense of their experience; online this looks like time to tell the story and have comments that clarify what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behaviors by practicing different responses; in remote sessions that often means reviewing thought records, trying experiments between sessions, and checking the results together. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings practical skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance which can be taught, practiced, and reviewed during video or phone meetings.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Ryan will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. He adjusts the plan based on what helps in early sessions and on what a person finds most useful in daily life.
Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use video or audio depending on comfort and bandwidth. These practical benefits can help people apply skills between meetings and keep momentum toward their goals.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship issues, parenting concerns, grief, addictions, and related areas listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, solution-focused approach and often applies cognitive-behavioral techniques and DBT skills when useful.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of clinical experience working with a range of mental health concerns, including early work in anger management.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any logistical details when arranging sessions.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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