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Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan, BACP

Experienced UK therapist for relationships and change
  • Relationship support
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Career and motivation

About Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan

Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan is a UK-licensed therapist with 23 years of professional experience who supports people navigating relationship challenges, depression, stress and anxiety, motivation and self-esteem concerns, career difficulties, and life transitions. She combines extensive clinical experience with a warm, respectful approach to help clients explore feelings and practical solutions. Dr. Ryan holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates affiliation with a national professional body and commitment to ongoing professional standards.

Working with a wide range of clients, she seeks to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be voiced and understood. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, helping clients clarify goals and build skills to manage day-to-day challenges as well as longer-term issues. She pays attention to motivation and confidence alongside emotional concerns, supporting both insight and concrete steps toward change.

Dr. Ryan recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and values each person’s decision to seek support. Her focus is on meeting clients where they are, listening carefully, and tailoring therapeutic work to fit individual needs and life circumstances.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan have?

Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan has 23 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is licensed to practise in the United Kingdom and holds membership of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English, Spanish, and French.

Where is Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches and online support with Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan

Dr. Ryan often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on actions that reflect their values - an approach useful for anxiety, low motivation, and life transitions. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathetic listening and creating a supportive atmosphere so clients can explore feelings and build self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is another common tool in her work, offering practical strategies to identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress, depression, or relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Ryan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the plan as needed to support progress.

Online therapy with Dr. Ryan is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexible ways to fit sessions into busy lives and to access care from different locations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of support, try different modes of communication, and choose the format that feels most comfortable and effective for each client.

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