Dr. Ryan Knutson, LPC

Dr. Ryan Knutson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with over 10 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting pressures, and codependency concerns. He also supports people dealing with ADHD, mood disorders, eating-related issues, and career or caregiver stress.

He trained in psychology and counseling, holding a doctorate in counselor education and supervision. His background includes work in correctional settings, outpatient programs, group homes, and volunteer counseling. He has supervised other clinicians for more than seven years and taught in a graduate counseling program.

In sessions he keeps things conversational and direct. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques and person-centered ideas alongside motivational interviewing. He focuses on practical ways to reduce people-pleasing, set clearer boundaries, and manage urges tied to substance use or compulsive behaviors.

Clients can expect a clear plan and steady feedback. He adapts methods to match what each person needs rather than sticking to a single approach. That can mean skill-building, problem-focused work, or longer conversations about patterns that keep repeating.

Ryan describes therapy as helpful conversation rather than something formal. He aims to make sessions straightforward and focused on small, doable changes that make daily life easier. He practices in Wisconsin and works in English only.

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