Ryan O'Connell
LCSW helping clients navigate grief, stress, and identity transitions
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About
Ryan O'Connell, LCSW, practices in New York and brings six years of clinical experience to work with people facing moments of transition. He focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, career concerns, ADHD, and coping with life changes. His additional areas of emphasis include aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, first responder issues, addiction, and a range of relationship and identity challenges. Ryan combines attention to practical goals with a respect for the deeper questions that arise during major life shifts.
His ideal client is at a crossroads: generally high functioning but carrying burdens of grief, stress, or identity confusion. He works with individuals who seek more than short-term symptom relief and who want to explore purpose, integration, and greater authenticity. Many clients come to address past trauma, rebuild a sense of self after loss, or clarify life direction, and common goals include reducing depression or anxiety symptoms while pursuing meaningful change.
Ryan emphasizes a dynamic, transparent working relationship where client and clinician collaborate to find concrete solutions. He invites those ready to engage in focused work and reflection to reach out and determine whether they are a good fit for this process.
His ideal client is at a crossroads: generally high functioning but carrying burdens of grief, stress, or identity confusion. He works with individuals who seek more than short-term symptom relief and who want to explore purpose, integration, and greater authenticity. Many clients come to address past trauma, rebuild a sense of self after loss, or clarify life direction, and common goals include reducing depression or anxiety symptoms while pursuing meaningful change.
Ryan emphasizes a dynamic, transparent working relationship where client and clinician collaborate to find concrete solutions. He invites those ready to engage in focused work and reflection to reach out and determine whether they are a good fit for this process.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 6
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Body image, Communication problems, Control issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LCSW 098950
- NPI Number: 1669288833
- License: LCSW (New York)
Remote sessions tailored to transitions and grief work
Ryan frames online work around specific areas of focus such as grief work, identity reformation, and processing past trauma. In grief work he supports clients as they reflect on losses and the ways those losses shape daily life and relationships. Identity reformation involves exploring values, roles, and goals to help clients articulate a clearer sense of direction. Trauma processing is approached with care for pacing and for the real-world impacts trauma can have on functioning and relationships.Sessions are collaborative and emphasize transparency and concrete problem solving. Ryan looks for clients who want a dynamic therapeutic relationship and who are prepared to engage in reflection and practical steps toward change. Remote sessions allow this collaboration to continue across formats to suit individual needs.
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as ways to work together. These options are used to maintain continuity of care and to match communication style and accessibility preferences.
What is Ryan O'Connell's clinical experience?
Ryan has six years of experience working as a licensed clinician, focusing on stress, anxiety, grief, career issues, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What credentials does he hold?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the credential LCSW and is licensed in New York as NY LCSW 098950.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is Ryan located?
His practice is based in New York.
How can clients work with him remotely?
Clients can connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their needs.
Does he accept international clients?
This profile indicates that he does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to begin the intake and matching process.