Ryan received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Georgia and his Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Addictions, from the University of North Georgia. Additionally, Ryan is a Level One Internal Family Systems (IFS) trained and Somatic & Attachment-Focused Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (SAFE EMDR) trained therapist. 

Ryan believes that when we begin to turn inward and reflect on our experience, we find the ability to and knowledge on how to deeply heal. Ryan’s approach reflects his belief that every person needs acknowledgment, understanding, and appreciation; clients report an increased ability to see their situations from a fresh perspective and a greater degree of awareness. From awareness comes change. Ryan’s training in both EMDR and IFS feature prominently in his work with clients who are struggling with subconscious damaging beliefs and past trauma.

Ryan works with a wide variety of client concerns; his primary areas of expertise include:

• Ages 16+
• Gender & Identity Exploration
  
• Survivors of trauma, PTSD/CPTSD
  
• Individuals in recovery from / in active substance use
• Loved ones of those struggling with addiction
  
• Adults raised in complex family dynamics
  
• Minority populations (e.g. People of Color, LGBTQ+ community)
• People who struggle with eating disorders or disordered eating behavior
  

Ryan Austin is under the Supervision of Chelsey Beauchamp, LPC.