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Ryan McDonald

Licensed Professional Counselor

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD, Relationship Issues, and Trauma

Great to meet you!

I served over 15 years in the military and had the opportunity to travel and work with remarkable individuals around the world. During my service, I was fortunate to help military members and their families through a wide range of professional and personal issues. These experiences not only enriched my life but also fueled my sense of adventure. Today, I continue to explore the outdoors and new places with my family.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. My empathetic nature enables me to connect deeply with individuals, validating their experiences and feelings. By employing a strategic approach, I help clients navigate challenges effectively, offering clear insights and actionable steps toward positive change and personal growth.

What you can expect from our first session

My desire is for individuals, couples, and families to use their strengths to create change and reach their goals through the use of personally tailored interventions.


Ryan's style is

Open-minded
Solution-oriented
Warm

Insurance carriers Ryan accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
United Healthcare

More about Ryan

MA (Master of Arts) at Hardin-Simmons University
License type: LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Texas)
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Adolescents, Adults, and Seniors
More specialties: Substance Use / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, Stress, Grief, Loss, Men's Issues, and Chronic Conditions
Modalities: Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Structural Family, Attachment Based, and Exposure Response Prevention

Location

4400 Buffalo Gap Road Suite 3975
Abilene, TX 79606