My experience spans work with individuals of diverse genders, identities, and cultural backgrounds, as well as those from low-income communities. In my current position I work with families of children and young adults on the spectrum, clients with severe depression and anxiety, and schizophrenia. I strive to meet each client with openness, respect, and an understanding of their unique journey.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, we’ll explore the reasons that have brought you to therapy and discuss your hopes for the process. I know that starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and I am here to support you in making that first step a positive and empowering experience. Together, we’ll set goals for our work and create a tailored treatment plan that prioritizes your well-being and personal growth.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have an eclectic background that includes working in the Arts, documentary film making, being the daughter of a therapist, suffering from depression and anxiety as a child, being the mother of two children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (each at opposing sides of the Spetrum), and being diagnosed with ASD late in life myself. I am an open-minded individual who works with people from all spiritual, emotional, gender, ethnic, and psychological backgrounds. I am really good at reading people and helping them figuring out what they need.
About Kat Ryan
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Adlerian
My approach is rooted in Adlerian Therapy and Positive Psychology, which emphasize resilience, growth, and the belief that every individual has the capacity to heal. I am also trained in Narrative Therapy, allowing clients to explore and reshape the stories they tell themselves about their lives. With a background in the arts, including documentary filmmaking and storytelling, I bring a creative, empathetic, and culturally sensitive perspective to my practice. This blend of modalities helps clients uncover their strengths, redefine their personal narratives, and move forward with purpose and self-acceptance.
Narrative
Prior to becoming a therapist, I was a writer, storyteller and documentarian. These pursuits were linked to the ideas of how the stories we tell ourselves shape and impact our lives. Because of these experiences, I find Narrative Therapy to be an incredibly powerful modality. Understanding that we have control over how we interpret our experiences, the stories we tell ourselves about those experiences, and the impact they have on us can be a powerful and life-changing experience.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Learning to find ways to accept what is, change what we can, and let go of what we cannot, is not an easy feat. I have found that ACT is a great tool for guiding clients to a present state, practicing mindfulness, and learning to behave in a ways that make them feel like their authentic selves.
Positive Psychology
I am a huge proponent of positive psychology if for no other reason than to help my clients find a life of meaning and purpose. This modality has been a great tool in helping clients find their strengths, focus on optimistic emotions, and assisting them in examining their mental and emotional roadblocks.
Couples Counseling
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I understand the dynamics that can strain relationships and offer guidance for strengthening bonds, navigating conflict, and building supportive environments. I pursued this degree because of childhood experiences and coming to believe that if we struggle with our micro-level, core relationships, then we will have a hard time functioning on a macro-level in society.