Ryan Garza , LCSW

Ryan Garza is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 17 years of experience providing therapy in individual, couples, family, and group settings. He has worked with a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and abuse, grief, addiction, PTSD, personality disorders, co-occurring conditions, codependency, and veteran-related issues.

His therapeutic stance is client-centered, grounded in compassion, encouragement, and respect, with occasional appropriate humor when it suits the moment. Garza integrates several evidence-informed methods into his work, drawing on cognitive behavioral approaches, solution-focused techniques, motivational strategies, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment concepts. Treatment plans are developed collaboratively, shaped by each person's preferences, goals, and needs so that care is tailored to the individual.

He frames therapy as a way to address past concerns, manage present demands, and prepare for future challenges. By working with clients to clarify priorities and build practical skills, he supports efforts to increase clarity, strengthen coping, and pursue a more purposeful life.

Approaches for online care and practical support

Client-centered therapy focuses on the client's own goals and strengths, creating a respectful, collaborative environment where the therapist follows the client's lead while offering guidance and empathy - it is useful for many life challenges and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors into more constructive patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and problem-solving in daily life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and building distress tolerance. It can be particularly helpful for emotional regulation and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Ryan Garza collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting plans as therapy progresses so the work remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or work, maintain continuity during busy periods, and access consistent support without needing travel time. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured therapies and skills training while adapting to each client's schedule and communication style.