Ryan Healy
I work with adults who may look like they have things together on the outside but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or simply exhausted from carrying everything on their own. You may be dealing with anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief or loss, major life changes, identity concerns, work stress, or just the feeling that something in your life needs to change. My approach is warm, straightforward, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me is a real conversation—not a clinical interrogation or a place where you have to say the “right” thing. We’ll work together to understand what’s happening, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and develop practical ways to move forward. I also incorporate evidence-based approaches, including CBT, while tailoring therapy to the person in front of me. You won’t get a one-size-fits-all approach. My goal is for you to leave sessions feeling understood, but also with greater clarity about yourself and where you want to go next.
Therapy should translate into your real world, not remain something that only exists inside the session.
In addition to my therapy work, I also work as an ICU nurse, which has deeply influenced my perspective on stress, trauma, and the complexity of being human. That experience allows me to bring a grounded, compassionate, and realistic understanding of life’s pressures into the therapy room. Outside of work, I value quiet, restorative time. I enjoy working out, staying active, and taking care of my own well-being. I love spending time at home with my husband and our pets, and I’m a big fan of unwinding with a good movie. I believe balance, connection, and moments of calm are essential — not just luxuries — and I often help clients explore how to build more of that into their own lives.
First session
Our first session is really about getting to know each other and understanding what brought you to therapy. We’ll talk about what’s been going on, what feels most important right now, and what you’d like to get out of our work together. There’s no pressure to tell me your entire life story or have everything figured out. My goal is for you to leave the first session feeling heard, more comfortable with the therapy process, and with a clearer sense of where we can go from here. You’ll also get a feel for my style and whether I’m the right fit for you. Therapy should feel collaborative, so we’ll figure out what makes the most sense together.
Strengths
One of my biggest strengths is creating an environment where people can be themselves without worrying about being judged. You don’t have to impress me, filter yourself, or have everything figured out before coming to therapy. I’m empathetic, but I’m also practical and direct. I won’t just sit back and nod for 50 minutes. I’ll ask questions, help you recognize patterns, offer another perspective when it may be useful, and work with you on concrete ways to handle what you’re facing. I also believe therapy should feel collaborative. You know your life better than anyone else, and my role isn’t to tell you how to live it. It’s to help you understand yourself more clearly, build skills that actually work in your life, and make changes that feel meaningful to you.
Ideal clients
I work best with adults who are ready to better understand themselves and make meaningful changes in their lives, even if they aren't quite sure yet what those changes should look like. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, identity, work stress, or a major life transition—or you may simply know that something doesn't feel right anymore. I have a particular interest in working with LGBTQ+ adults and healthcare professionals, while welcoming clients from all backgrounds. You don't need to have the perfect words for what you're experiencing or know exactly what you want from therapy before we begin. If you're looking for a therapist who is warm and accepting but will also actively participate, ask questions, offer another perspective, and occasionally challenge you when it may be helpful, we may work well together.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Sometimes our thoughts can keep us stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, overthinking, or feeling overwhelmed. I use CBT to help you recognize those patterns, understand how they’re affecting you, and find practical ways to respond differently. We’ll focus on what’s happening in your real life not just talk about concepts. I don’t believe therapy should feel like homework or a worksheet every week, so I incorporate CBT naturally into our conversations in a way that fits you and what you’re going through
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I want therapy to be a place where you can actually be yourself. You don’t have to filter what you say, have everything figured out, or worry about being judged. My role is to understand your experience, meet you where you are, and create a space where we can talk honestly about what’s going on. I’ll support you, but I won’t just sit back and agree with everything either. When it’s helpful, I’ll ask questions, offer another perspective, and gently challenge you. We’ll work together in a way that feels genuine, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to you.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- PennsylvaniaLicense PC010326