Ryan Rix

My communication style

My goal is to create an environment and relationship that creates safety and comfort. I pair being patient and validating with a challenge of thoughts, beliefs, and behavior that might not be helpful to you. I try to just be my authentic self in session, which is at times more soft and gentle and at others humorous and irreverent.

My journey to mental healthcare

Becoming a therapist was never something I envisioned when I was younger, but in retrospect, it makes sense to end up here. I have always been a listener before a talker. I frequently and naturally became a confidant to friends and family members. Ultimately, I became a therapist because I like to and want to help people.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting in a collaborative way. You know yourself and what you want to achieve better than I could, and I may have an idea of how we might get there in therapy. I love to hear what has and has not worked for you in the past. Over time, we will set, adjust, and track our progress toward our treatment goals.

Our first session

The majority of our first session together will be spent discussing what brought you to therapy, how you have been feeling, and why you think you may be feeling this way. I will ask questions to gather information about your history, family, relationships, and support.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White