- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
- CBT and DBT skills
About Ryan
Ryan Shelby Butler is an Arizona Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with seven years of clinical experience. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, intimacy-related problems, parenting, anger, and ADHD.
Ryan completed a Master of Science in Professional Counseling and a post-graduate degree in Christian Counseling through Grand Canyon University. He also holds a Master of Science in Leadership and a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies with emphases in psychology, philosophy, and business. His background includes work in higher education where he supported students and staff in academic and administrative settings.
In sessions he uses practical, skills-based methods. Expect work drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for coping skills and behavior change. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-informed ideas, and client-centered methods to focus on values and relationships.
Ryan describes a faith-informed perspective for those who want it, and blends that with meditative and psychoeducational tools. He emphasizes realistic, solution-focused steps clients can try between meetings. He aims to help people recognize strengths they can use to manage life changes and challenges.
Outside of practice he spends time with family, serves in church leadership, and enjoys reading, writing, and outdoor activities. He has personal experience growing up in a large family, and brings that life experience into his counseling work.
How Ryan’s approaches work in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that match those values. It can help with feeling stuck, low motivation, and managing anxious or depressive patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify thought patterns and test them with practical experiments and skill practice. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and habit changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, useful for intense emotions and relationship conflict.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels useful, then try approaches and adjust as needed. Clients and the therapist make these decisions collaboratively rather than relying on a fixed method.
Session logistics and formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling around study, work, or busy days because they remove travel time and allow meetings from different locations. Some formats need less bandwidth or work well for shorter check-ins, while others suit longer, interactive skill practice. Ask about which session type best matches your schedule and goals when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with for young adults?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, intimacy concerns, parenting, anger, ADHD and related life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
Sessions mix practical, skills-based methods with client-centered listening. He uses approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT and attachment-informed ideas to teach coping tools and explore values.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional counseling experience since 2018 and prior experience working in higher education roles supporting students and staff.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Arizona and practices from that state.
Can I work with him if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he see international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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