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Dr. Ryan Knutson, LPC

  • Experience10 years
  • LocationWisconsin
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Ryan

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Background and approach

Ryan Knutson brings a decade of professional counseling experience to his practice, working with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and parenting challenges, self-esteem and career questions, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching needs, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

He combines clinical training and practical experience to tailor support for each person’s situation. He holds a doctorate in counselor education and supervision along with graduate training in mental health counseling, and he is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin.

His background includes roles in correctional settings, outpatient services, group homes, and volunteer counseling, and he has several years of supervisory and teaching experience at the graduate level. He prefers an adaptable, collaborative approach that draws from evidence-based techniques and aims to make therapeutic conversations feel natural and useful rather than formal.

Dr. Knutson emphasizes adjusting methods to match individual needs and goals, focusing on practical coping skills and personal strengths.

Prospective clients who value a flexible, experienced counselor who integrates clinical training with real-world practice may find his approach a good fit.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care



Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; these methods are practical and often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life transitions. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative conversation style that helps clarify values and strengthen motivation for change, which can be especially useful for addictions and ambivalence about treatment. A person-centered stance emphasizes empathy, respect, and supporting the client’s own goals and strengths to foster growth and resilience.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each client to determine what combination of techniques best fits their needs, goals, and preferences. This means methods may be adjusted over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to connect from different locations and schedules. These formats can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and access support in ways that fit daily life while working with licensed professionals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Dr. Ryan Knutson supports people with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, anger, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, eating-related problems, self-esteem, career challenges, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and more.
What is the overall therapeutic style and approach?
The practice emphasizes flexibility and collaboration, drawing on evidence-based techniques and strength-based, person-centered perspectives to tailor interventions to each client’s needs.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has 10 years of professional experience and several years supervising other clinicians, along with adjunct teaching in a graduate counseling program.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with license WI LPC 6612-125 and practices in Wisconsin.
Which languages are available and can international clients work with him?
Sessions are offered in English only, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Appointments are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How does cost and billing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseWorkplace issues

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Wisconsin

Languages

English