Ryan Huling , LPC

Ryan Huling is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan who holds a master of science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Michigan University. With six years of clinical experience, he brings a steady, practical approach to helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions.

He blends evidence-informed methods with a warm, relational stance, viewing therapy as an organic process that develops over time. Ryan emphasizes honesty, vulnerability, and collaboration, working to increase self-awareness, draw on existing strengths, and identify hopeful next steps when change feels difficult.

Outside of his professional role he is a husband and father of three, and he enjoys spending time outdoors, learning new things, and listening to hard rock music. That combination of real-world grounding and clinical training informs his work with individuals and families facing issues such as depression, trauma, addiction, grief, parenting challenges, and career concerns.

Ryan aims to meet clients where they are in their journey, supporting them through the often challenging but ultimately rewarding process of change. He approaches each relationship with patience and respect and is committed to helping clients discover practical solutions and renewed hope.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Ryan Huling

Ryan Huling integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques into his online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a trusting therapeutic relationship and responding to each person with empathy and respect - it helps when someone needs a supportive space to explore feelings and values. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a practical, goal-oriented approach that examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and helps people develop skills to manage anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, which can be useful for stress, anger, and trauma symptoms.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Ryan works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as the relationship and goals evolve. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved and empowered in their care.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and connect with licensed professionals from home or other comfortable settings.