
Ryan Foley, LCSW
About me
I am licensed in New York State with 5 years of experience as a practicing psychotherapist in a mental health clinic. I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression and PTSD. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and Internal Family Systems informed. Please note my availability currently is Monday through Thursday 7am-7pm.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
License information
NY LCSW 098869
Reviews
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He is a great therapist that has helped me both put into words what I’m thinking and helps me analyze myself
Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Ryan for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Very attentive and insightful. I feel comfortable talking with Ryan right from the start.
Written on Jul 02, 2025 after therapy with Ryan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I’ve been working with Ryan Foley as my therapist, and I can’t recommend him enough. He’s incredibly understanding of my needs and always creates a safe, supportive space to talk through anything on my mind. What I appreciate most is how he not only listens but also helps me set clear, achievable goals. Just having regular conversations with him has been genuinely helpful and empowering. Ryan brings both empathy and structure to our sessions, which has made a real difference in my personal growth.
Written on May 06, 2025 after therapy with Ryan for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties