My therapy sessions with Ryan are always effective as I always came out understanding a bit more about myself and my past traumas. His approach to diving deep into one's issues and questioning one's own beliefs about such issues has helped me overcome past trauma, trauma that had kept me from growing as a person for so long. His guided meditation assisted me in taking the first steps into the new me, shedding away old beliefs and becoming comfortable with my new self. Thank you Ryan.
Ryan Lisman, LPCC
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 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Ryan has been instrumental in my quest to improve myself and to re-center my life. I reached out to therapy for a very specific problem, but he has helped me to reach beyond the surface and find why I was responding so poorly to specific events in my life and why I was triggered so easily. He's been nothing but encouraging, non-judgmental and helpful.
More about Ryan
- 5 years' experience
- Male
- LPCC
Hello, my name is Ryan Lisman and I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBT-related issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence among many other categories. I currently also work as a Psychotherapist and Drama therapist at the Huntington Hospital's mental health unit in Pasadena, California. I primarily utilize a humanistic therapy approach that aims to be client-centered, allowing you to guide the therapy process with unconditional positive regard and cater to your therapeutic needs. I'm trained in a variety of modalities, so please feel free to let me know what therapy style and techniques you would like to explore with me. I am also registered as a Drama Therapist, which allows for an embodied and creative approach to Therapy. I want to commend you for taking the brave steps to pursuing therapy. As a long-term therapy client myself, my therapy process transformed my life in a profound way and I'm deeply passionate about helping to give others that same opportunity for growth.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Body image
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Young adult issues
Licenses
Ryan Lisman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912563248.
- LPCC · California · 11464 · Expires April 2026
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Ryan Lisman
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
My therapy sessions with Ryan are always effective as I always came out understanding a bit more about myself and my past traumas. His approach to diving deep into one's issues and questioning one's own beliefs about such issues has helped me overcome past trauma, trauma that had kept me from growing as a person for so long. His guided meditation assisted me in taking the first steps into the new me, shedding away old beliefs and becoming comfortable with my new self. Thank you Ryan.
Ryan has been instrumental in my quest to improve myself and to re-center my life. I reached out to therapy for a very specific problem, but he has helped me to reach beyond the surface and find why I was responding so poorly to specific events in my life and why I was triggered so easily. He's been nothing but encouraging, non-judgmental and helpful.
Ryan listens to me and provides provoking questions that help me to think about my issues and resolve them.
Ryan is very relatable, down-to-Earth, and understands when to come in with questions. He values everything you say instead of reading into just one part. Really great!
Talking to Ryan has started my healing process that has been much needed
Ryan is flexible, empathetic, and very knowledgeable. I appreciate his sincere feedback and guidance helping me navigate life
Ryan is patient, positive, perceptive, and he encourages me to prioritize my personal needs. Ryan is helping to guide me through this transformative time of my life.
Patient, thoughtful, understanding.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ryan Lisman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ryan Lisman 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 Lisman speak?
Ryan Lisman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ryan Lisman have?
Ryan Lisman has 5 years of experience.
Where is Ryan Lisman licensed to practice?
Ryan Lisman is licensed to practice in California.
Does Ryan Lisman accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ryan Lisman does not accept 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."
How can I communicate with Ryan Lisman?
Ryan Lisman 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 Lisman?
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.