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Ryan McMillian, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Ryan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Ryan. View 25 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

Recent reviews

Very supportive and gives applicable advice. Would highly recommend

Reviewed April 2021

Although Ryan and I were just matched, he makes me feel secure and validated. Ryan is a fantastic counselor and I would strongly recommend him to anyone looking for a supportive counselor.

Reviewed July 2020

More about Ryan

  • 13 years' experience
  • Male
  • LMFT

Welcome, and thank you for your courage as you take the first step toward improving your mental health. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and I have a private practice in PA. I also counsel students at both Villanova University and Princeton Theological Seminary.

You may be an over thinker. "I should" or "what if" may be phrases that run through your mind repeatedly until you either worry about events that may never happen or listen to a self-critic that is really hard on you. You may be a "strong" person where others count on you to hold it together. Putting your needs on the back burner may be the norm, and taking on more is simply expected. You may not feel like yourself anymore, and you miss the person you once were. You're more anxious or angry than ever before, and your motivation is declining as the days pass.

I work with over thinkers, perfectionists, men issues, relationship issues, anxiety, spiritual concerns, and grief. I use evidenced based models that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I look forward to meeting with you soon as you rediscover you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Anger management Self esteem Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Hospice and end-of-life counseling

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Motivational Interviewing

Licenses

Ryan McMillian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861040438.

  • LMFT · Pennsylvania · MF001098 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Ryan McMillian

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

25 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Helpful Great Helped Insightful Knowledgeable Caring Fantastic Helping Supportive

Very supportive and gives applicable advice. Would highly recommend

Reviewed April 2021

Although Ryan and I were just matched, he makes me feel secure and validated. Ryan is a fantastic counselor and I would strongly recommend him to anyone looking for a supportive counselor.

Reviewed July 2020

Ryan is an amazing therapist who actively listens to your concerns. He will challenge you and he’s consistent with communication. I would recommend Ryan to anyone that is looking to be challenged, heard, and understood.

Reviewed July 2020

Ryan is fantastic!

Reviewed April 2020

Ryan is one of the best in the business

Reviewed December 2023

Ryan has been a huge help to me in recovery from grief and managing career concerns. He explains things clearly, responds respectfully and has a cultural awareness I can identify with.

Reviewed February 2022

I am grateful to Ryan McMillian for helping me navigate this very difficult time. He's caring, Kind, thoughtful and competent

Reviewed January 2022

He is a great therapist that understand the needs of his clients. He is flexible with his schedule and he is very understanding and helpful in my mental health recovery.

Reviewed November 2021

He is very knowledgeable, extremely supportive, caring if clients needs,and available to them when they need flexibility.

Reviewed July 2021

Ryan has been extremely helpful as I navigate pandemic anxiety. He's thoughtful, kind and insightful and provides useful information. I recommend him wholeheartedly.

Reviewed June 2021

Ryan is kind and patient. He can take my most disorganized thoughts and make sense of them for me and point out the core of my concern. I highly recommend Ryan for sorting through grief. He had a variety of suggestions to help to accommodate anyone. I feel as if he is rapidly helping me to find a place of peace

Reviewed May 2021

Ryan has been instrumental in helping me to make significant progress in lifelong issues with self esteem and conflict in relationships. He is professional, knowledgeable, helpful and kind. I can not say enough about how much he has helped me and would recommend him without hesitation. My life is better because of the work I have done with Ryan's guidance.

Reviewed May 2021

I couldn't have for through 2020 without Ryan!

Reviewed March 2021

Ryan is a fantastic listener, is able to offer a variety of perspectives and has helped to truly changed my outlook on life.

Reviewed February 2021

Ryan has helped me me manage and navigate my anxiety. He is caring, insightful and responsive.

Reviewed January 2021

Ryan and I have only had a few sessions together so far but he is very insightful. He was able to determine what I was feeling which was very helpful as even I was struggling with that. He also has been a great listener and has been able to suggest many paths to move forward and progress our sessions. I would highly recommend him.

Reviewed December 2020

Thank has been great and super helpful!

Reviewed November 2020

My counselor is very helpful. He is able to work around my busy schedule, but still provide consistent support. My counselor is very insightful and understanding of the issues I bring and provides a variety of resources to help me help myself

Reviewed November 2020

Working with Ryan has been a wonderful experience! I was hesitant to start counseling but I’ve felt respected, heard, and validated every session. He’s helpful, kind and very patient with me as I work through my issues, big and small. He’s definitely given me the confidence & guidance I’ve needed to start tackling some big personal goals.

Reviewed November 2020

Ryan does an excellent job of listening and interpreting my thoughts. He's helped me to find the language and discover the answers to my internal conflicts. I truly feel restored at the end of our sessions.

Reviewed September 2020

Ryan is very knowledgeable and has helped me so much! He is a great listener and always gets what I am saying. It’s so refreshing to feel understood! He also provides great resources and ways for me to further explore my feelings. I’m grateful for the safe space to let it all out!!

Reviewed August 2020

Ryan is well-versed and provides quality support. I highly recommend him and trust his expertise. He is easy to talk to and offers many alternative outlooks.

Reviewed August 2020

Amazing

Reviewed July 2020

Very happy- Ryan is knowledgeable and easy to speak with.

Reviewed June 2020

Ryan is a great counselor.

Reviewed April 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ryan McMillian offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Ryan McMillian works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Ryan McMillian speak?

Ryan McMillian speaks English.

How many years of experience does Ryan McMillian have?

Ryan McMillian has 13 years of experience.

Where is Ryan McMillian licensed to practice?

Ryan McMillian is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Ryan McMillian accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Ryan McMillian accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Ryan McMillian offer?

Ryan McMillian offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, and Motivational Interviewing.

How can I communicate with Ryan McMillian?

Ryan McMillian can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Ryan McMillian?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.