Ryan Giles, LCSW
Licensed in Utah · 18 years in practice
Ryan Giles is a licensed clinical social worker in Utah with 18 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and major life changes.
License and registration
- LCSW, Utah
- 283900-3501 · expires September 2026
- NPI
- 1891924585 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 18
- Languages
- English
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About Ryan
Ryan Giles is a licensed clinical social worker in Utah with 18 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and major life changes. He aims to make therapy practical and straightforward so people can feel steadier and clearer about next steps. He takes a strengths-based approach and starts by listening to where a person is now.
Sessions focus on small, usable changes that reduce overwhelm and build resilience.
Background and approach
Ryan uses everyday language and concrete tools rather than jargon. His work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns. He also uses mindfulness practices to help people tolerate strong emotions and Trauma-Focused approaches when past hurts are getting in the way of daily life.
Narrative therapy ideas help people reframe difficult chapters of their life story. Ryan pays attention to practical concerns like parenting strain, career transitions, feelings of emptiness, and relationship communication issues. He helps people sort out guilt, shame, impulsivity, and the aftermath of loss so they can move toward clearer purpose and healthier routines.
Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs. Ryan explains options and works with clients to pick approaches that fit their goals and daily lives. He aims to create steady, achievable progress rather than quick fixes.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Ryan lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Career difficulties
- Abandonment
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Ryan names
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
How Ryan’s Approaches Work Online
Ryan often draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT uses practical exercises and simple experiments to reduce anxiety, lift mood, and improve daily routines.He also brings Mindfulness Therapy into sessions to teach attention and grounding skills. Mindfulness helps people tolerate strong feelings, reduce reactivity, and stay present during stressful moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Ryan will talk through options, try strategies, and adjust methods based on the person’s goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and paced to what the client needs.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when movement or travel is difficult. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, quick tools between sessions, or people who prefer writing their thoughts. These formats make it possible to fit therapy into work breaks, parenting schedules, or times when coming in person would be difficult.
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Questions people ask
What concerns does Ryan commonly address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, coping with life changes, and career concerns, plus related issues like abandonment, caregiver stress, and isolation.
What is Ryan's overall therapy style?
He uses a strengths-based, practical style focused on clear steps and skills. Sessions are collaborative and aim to reduce overwhelm through manageable changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Ryan has 18 years of professional experience working in mental health settings and with a wide range of presenting concerns.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Utah.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
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