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Ryan Foley, LCSW

  • Experience5 years
  • LocationNew York
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, and Grief
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Ryan

Ryan Foley is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New York who has spent five years providing psychotherapy in a community mental health setting.

Background and approach

He helps people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and depression, and he brings attention to related concerns such as attachment and abandonment, caregiver stress, communication problems, and feelings of emptiness. Ryan emphasizes practical coping skills alongside deeper exploration of relational patterns and emotional woundings.

His approach blends evidence-based strategies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with an Internal Family Systems informed stance, which invites clients to map different parts of themselves and develop kinder internal leadership. He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be discussed honestly while working collaboratively on goals.

Ryan currently sees clients Monday through Thursday from 7am to 7pm and provides sessions through a range of online formats.

Integrating evidence-based approaches in online therapy

Ryan draws from Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to tailor work with clients. Internal Family Systems invites exploration of internal parts and their roles, helping people decrease internal conflict and build greater self-leadership. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing concrete strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety or low mood. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and acceptance, providing a supportive context where clients can explore feelings and values at their own pace.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and may blend techniques as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure that treatment stays relevant and responsive.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible options that fit varying schedules and comfort levels. These formats make ongoing work more accessible for those balancing work, caregiving, or geographic constraints while allowing licensed professionals to deliver psychotherapy and skill-building across different communication styles.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ryan commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem struggles, and depression, along with related issues such as attachment, abandonment, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Ryan combines practical skill-building with reflective exploration, aiming to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients and therapist collaborate on goals and strategies.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has five years of experience practicing psychotherapy in a mental health clinic setting, providing care for a range of mood, trauma, and relational concerns.
What credentials and location does he hold?
Ryan is an LCSW licensed in New York with license number NY LCSW 098869 and practices from New York.
Does he work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for remote work?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-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