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Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan, BACP

Compassionate UK therapist for relationships and anxiety
  • Relationship support
  • Multilingual therapist
  • 23 years experience

About Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan

Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan is a UK-licensed therapist with more than two decades of professional experience supporting people through relationship challenges, depression, stress and anxiety, motivation and self-esteem struggles, career difficulties, and life transitions. She combines clinical knowledge with a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance to create an open space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly and without fear. Dr. Ryan works to help clients build practical coping strategies, increase confidence, and improve communication in personal and professional relationships.

Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, she is experienced working with a broad range of backgrounds and aims to adapt her approach to each person’s needs and goals. She holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her affiliation with a recognised professional organisation in the United Kingdom. Dr. Ryan recognises that taking the first step toward therapy often requires courage, and she affirms and supports people who begin that process, meeting them with warmth, curiosity, and practical guidance.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

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 experience.

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

Yes. She holds the credential BACP, which refers to 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 cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan draws on evidence-informed approaches to tailor work to each person’s goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites people to clarify their values and take meaningful action while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings - it is often helpful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and build practical coping skills, which can support mood, worry, sleep, and motivation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasises empathy, acceptance, and the therapeutic relationship itself - this approach helps people feel heard and fosters self-understanding, useful for issues like self-esteem, relationship struggles, and grief.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Registered professionals and therapists work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, preferences, and goals, and adjust the plan as therapy progresses. Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging - making it easier to access support from different locations and at times that suit a busy life. This variety helps people maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.

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