At a glance
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Colorado / 09923740
- NPI
- 1023308913
- Experience
- 13 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Colorado
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational interviewing
- Values focused work
- Practical coping skills
About Ryan
Ryan Laverdiere is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. He draws on 13 years of experience to support clients working on self-esteem, anger, addictions, trauma, and building better coping skills.
Ryan keeps sessions straightforward and goal-oriented. He listens first, then helps clients set realistic steps toward change. Conversations focus on what matters most to the individual and on small, practical actions that add up over time.
He blends several therapy styles to match each person's needs. Motivational Interviewing is used to explore ambivalence and strengthen a person’s own reasons for change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify values and take meaningful action even when feelings are difficult. Client-Centered techniques create an accepting space where clients can be heard without judgment.
Ryan also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills when helpful for changing unhelpful thoughts and managing intense emotions. He aims to teach concrete strategies clients can use between sessions.
Ryan practices in Colorado and works in English. He accepts international clients. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details through the intake process.
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How Ryan's Approaches Translate to Online Therapy
Ryan often uses Motivational Interviewing to help people weigh their options and find internal motivation for change. This approach focuses on listening, asking reflective questions, and guiding people toward their own reasons to act.
He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients identify values and take meaningful steps even when emotions are hard. ACT emphasizes small, value-driven actions and practical exercises that can be practiced between sessions.
Client-Centered methods shape the therapist-client relationship, creating a non-judgmental space where people can speak openly. That supportive stance makes it easier to try new skills and to talk honestly about setbacks.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ryan treats selection as a collaborative process, adjusting methods to fit a person's goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. He will discuss options and try techniques that feel most useful for each person.
The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when a full session isn’t needed. Talk with the therapist during intake to agree on a format and schedule that work for you. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyExperience
13+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ryan commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem problems, addictions, trauma and coping with life changes.
What is Ryan's therapeutic style like?
His style is collaborative and down-to-earth, focusing on clear goals and practical steps you can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of experience as a licensed clinician helping people manage emotional challenges and build coping skills.
What credentials does Ryan hold and where is he based?
He is a LCSW, licensed in Colorado, and practices with a focus on individual therapy.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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