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Ryan Shelby Butler, LPC

  • Experience7 years
  • LocationArizona
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
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About Ryan

Ryan Shelby Butler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona who brings seven years of clinical experience to his work. He combines formal training in counseling and leadership with hands-on experience in higher education, offering a thoughtful blend of evidence-based and values-informed care.

Background and approach

Ryan earned graduate degrees in Professional Counseling and Leadership and completed additional post-graduate study in Christian counseling, which inform his integrated approach to therapy. He draws on cognitive and dialectical skills, acceptance-oriented practices, attachment-focused perspectives, and client-centered principles to help people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, and ADHD-related concerns.

His style emphasizes practical, solution-focused interventions alongside reflective, meaning-centered exploration. Ryan describes therapy as a collaborative process that honors each person’s story and strengths while working toward clearer values and purposeful change.

Outside of clinical work he remains active in community and family life, with interests that include reading, writing, outdoor activities, and faith-based service. Prospective clients are invited to begin the intake process and explore whether his combination of experience and person-focused methods fits their needs.

Therapeutic approaches and online options for care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings; it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like depression and anxiety and to build practical coping skills. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relational patterns influence current relationships and emotional responses, helping clients address connection, trust, and intimacy concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ryan works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. He integrates techniques as needed and adjusts the plan based on progress and client feedback so therapy reflects both evidence-based practice and individual values.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats allow work to continue across busy schedules or when in-person meetings are impractical, enabling consistent use of CBT exercises, ACT values work, attachment-focused conversations, and skills training from DBT in formats that suit each client’s routine and comfort level.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Ryan work with?
He focuses on a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, parenting, coping with life changes, coaching, and ADHD among other areas.
What is Ryan's therapeutic style?
His approach mixes client-centered listening with practical, solution-focused interventions drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and attachment-informed work.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has practiced as a counselor since 2018, bringing seven years of professional experience to his clinical work in Arizona and related settings.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Arizona as AZ LPC LPC-21321.
Does Ryan provide services in other languages or to international clients?
He practices in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available with this therapist?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with Ryan?
Prospective clients should select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

Arizona

Languages

English