Krista Ryan (she/her)

MA, Professional Counselor Associate
Accepting Clients

I excel at supporting clients as they navigate their path to self-understanding and ultimately to self-compassion and love.

Associate Professional Counselor in Portland, OR
Supervised by Diane Benavides Wille

About My Clients

I primarily work with youth—children (ages 8+), preteens, teens and young adults—who are LGBTQ-questioning and straight alike, struggling with life’s challenges and willing and ready for change. I excel at supporting clients as they navigate their path to self-understanding and ultimately to self-compassion and love.

My Background and Approach

My foundation as a therapist is attachment-based and client-centered, which means that I will meet you where you are at and support you through discovering where you want to go. This collaborative process begins with acceptance and curiosity, so you feel seen and empowered to advance your life and inspire new ways of identifying and addressing challenges. If you feel passionate about connecting to your authentic self and to feel like you belong no matter how you present in the world the hope is that our work together can be the space to comfortably explore, heal and thrive.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I identify as a white, queer, cisgender woman. My pronouns are she/her/hers. I approach my work with curiosity and humility. Additionally, I participate in ongoing learning regarding issues related to privilege, white supremacy, and oppression. While I don’t believe that therapy can ever be a space free from the impacts of oppression, I seek frequent consultation regarding how these themes impact my work with a diverse network of supervisors, colleagues and a monthly antiracism/unlearning group.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Health Share of Oregon
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $120 - 175/session

Info

Email Krista
812 NE 28th Ave
Portland, OR 97232

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