Profile / United States
Kelley Ryan , LCSW
New Jersey
LCSW - Stress and mood concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and psychodynamic
- Mindfulness practices
- Caregiver and aging issues
About Kelley
Kelley Ryan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey with 17 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, career questions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
She has provided care in many settings including private homes, offices, correctional facilities, nursing homes, and other programs. She also has experience supporting people with disabilities and traumatic brain injury. Her background includes both formal and informal therapy across those environments.
Kelley uses a person-centered approach that draws on several methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of her practice, along with psychodynamic and solution-focused ideas. Mindfulness and client-centered principles also shape how she structures sessions.
Sessions focus on practical steps people can take to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. She helps people develop coping strategies for grief, caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, and age-related concerns. Work may include short skill-building exercises and talking through patterns that keep problems stuck.
Kelley aims to match treatment to what each person needs. She explains options and helps set goals that feel manageable. To begin, she asks people to complete a brief questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Kelley draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT sessions often include concrete exercises and homework that can be tracked between meetings and are useful for anxiety, depression, and managing mood swings.She also uses client-centered ideas to keep sessions focused on the person's priorities and uses mindfulness techniques to introduce short attention and breathing practices. Those methods can help with stress, caregiver fatigue, and symptoms of grief by building simple daily routines.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. Kelley discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts techniques based on what works. Together they decide whether to emphasize CBT practice, gentle exploration of life patterns, or solution-focused steps for immediate problems.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online meetings can make it easier to fit brief check-ins around work, reduce travel time, and allow practice of skills in day-to-day settings. The therapist will explain practical logistics when you complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem and depression, plus relationship and family issues, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centered and practical, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic ideas, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to build skills and clarify goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of experience providing formal and informal therapy in a range of settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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