Andrea Bray Ryan , LPC

Andrea Bray Ryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who brings a master's level education and six years of practical experience to her work. She completed specialized training in Traumatic Stress Studies through The Trauma Center at JRI under Bessel van der Kolk, and she has provided care in both behavioral hospital settings with inpatient and outpatient populations as well as in private practice. Andrea approaches clinical work with a trauma-informed lens and a focus on evidence-based techniques.

She offers empathic, in-the-moment, and nonjudgmental support for people facing depression, anxiety, stress, traumatic experiences, mood instability, relationship and family concerns, grief and loss, and challenges related to identity including LGBT issues. Her practice also addresses addictions, parenting and family dynamics, anger management, self-esteem struggles, and coping with major life changes. Andrea helps clients build practical coping skills, relaxation practices, yoga and body-integration methods, and self-regulation strategies to improve functioning at home and work.

Andrea prefers a collaborative style that honors each person as a whole and not merely a set of problems. She integrates scientifically supported methods with individualized care to help clients draw on strengths and develop new skills. Andrea frames therapy as a shared journey and is honored to accompany people as they work through the difficulties that brought them to seek help.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Andrea uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, and it is commonly applied to anxiety, depression, stress, and mood regulation challenges.

She also applies Trauma-Focused Therapy, drawing on her certification in Traumatic Stress Studies from The Trauma Center at JRI. This approach concentrates on processing traumatic experiences and reducing their impact on daily functioning, helping clients develop safety, stabilization, and new ways of coping.

Mindfulness Therapy is another tool Andrea integrates to support awareness and emotional regulation. Mindfulness practices teach skills to stay present, reduce reactivity, and respond to distress with more calm and clarity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Andrea works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts therapy as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals often combine approaches to tailor care to the individual.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for clients working with Andrea - sessions can occur by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Remote options can make it easier to maintain consistent support and access therapy from wherever the client is located in Texas.