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Available both in-person and online
Eugene, OR 97401
Many of the people I work with are feeling stuck. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, or a major life transition. Often, they want more than symptom relief—they want to understand why the same patterns keep showing up and how their past continues to shape the present. Together, we'll slow things down, make sense of what's happening beneath the surface, and build practical tools that help you feel more grounded, resilient, and connected to the life you want to live.
I help adults better understand themselves while building practical skills to navigate anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My approach blends insight with evidence-based tools so change feels meaningful, not just temporary.
Starting therapy can feel uncomfortable, especially if you've been carrying things on your own for a long time. If you're ready to better understand yourself and make meaningful changes, I'd be happy to help.
Call or Ry Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (971) 463-7937

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Eugene, OR 97401

(971) 463-7937

Eugene, OR 97403

My website
I offer therapy for adults through in-person and secure telehealth sessions, with daytime and limited evening appointments.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Life Transitions 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (971) 463-7937
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Eugene, OR 97401

(971) 463-7937

Eugene, OR 97403

My website
I offer therapy for adults through in-person and secure telehealth sessions, with daytime and limited evening appointments.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Life Transitions 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna EAP
  • Kaiser Permanente Northwest
  • PacificSource
  • Regence
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I provide therapy through Mindful Therapy Group and accept Aetna, Regence BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Cigna EAP, Kaiser Permanente Northwest, PacificSource, United Healthcare, and United Healthcare EAP. Private-pay sessions are $125.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 463-7937
"
I provide therapy through Mindful Therapy Group and accept Aetna, Regence BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Cigna EAP, Kaiser Permanente Northwest, PacificSource, United Healthcare, and United Healthcare EAP. Private-pay sessions are $125.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 463-7937

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Oregon / R11668 Supervised by Samantha Coley (Oregon / C7274) Ry Smith
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Bushnell University, M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2025
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My path to becoming a therapist wasn't a straight line. My background in higher education, career counseling, outdoor education, and as an Army medic continues to shape how I listen, solve problems, and support people through life's challenges.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 463-7937
"
My path to becoming a therapist wasn't a straight line. My background in higher education, career counseling, outdoor education, and as an Army medic continues to shape how I listen, solve problems, and support people through life's challenges.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 463-7937

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, and life transitions. We'll begin by understanding what's bringing you to therapy and what you'd like to change. Together, we'll build practical skills, better understand the patterns behind your struggles, and create a plan that supports meaningful, lasting change.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 463-7937
"
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, and life transitions. We'll begin by understanding what's bringing you to therapy and what you'd like to change. Together, we'll build practical skills, better understand the patterns behind your struggles, and create a plan that supports meaningful, lasting change.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 463-7937

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Adlerian
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Schema Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I draw from ACT, CBT, Schema Therapy, and IFS-informed approaches, tailoring therapy to your needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. We'll begin by understanding what's bringing you to therapy, then choose strategies that help you build practical skills, gain insight, and move toward the life you want to live.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 463-7937
"
I draw from ACT, CBT, Schema Therapy, and IFS-informed approaches, tailoring therapy to your needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. We'll begin by understanding what's bringing you to therapy, then choose strategies that help you build practical skills, gain insight, and move toward the life you want to live.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 463-7937

Location

Primary Location

Eugene, OR 97401

(971) 463-7937

Additional Location

Eugene, OR 97403

(971) 463-7937
"
I offer therapy for adults through in-person and secure telehealth sessions, with daytime and limited evening appointments.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call for a free consultation now - (971) 463-7937
"
I offer therapy for adults through in-person and secure telehealth sessions, with daytime and limited evening appointments.
Photo of Ry Smith, Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Ry Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, PCA
Call for a free consultation now - (971) 463-7937