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Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
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Ryan O'Laughlin

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW (he, they )

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4 Endorsed
255 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Let's Connect (215) 586-4289
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I’m a strengths-based, queer-affirming therapist helping young professionals and adults move from surviving to thriving. Many clients juggle creativity or demanding careers while managing late-diagnosed ADHD, rejection sensitivity, and wounds from narcissistic or conservative family systems. I also focus on working through grief, loss, avoidance, abandonment, depression, and life transitions. Through trauma-informed stabilization, self-esteem growth, and boundary work- I help you regulate under pressure, repair relationships, and build a more fulfilling life rooted in resilience. I also offer gender affirming surgery letters.
I use evidence-based practices within a strengths-based, neurodiverse affirming, person-centered framework-incorporating CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care to support identity-affirming growth. I will create a therapy plan with you in each session to help you be accountable in your therapy work each week.
I am highly sensitive and aware to the fact that finding a therapist is a very difficult and personalized process. I will work with you wherever you are at to help you navigate through this process.
Call or Ryan O'Laughlin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (215) 586-4289

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

255 South 17th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19103 map

(215) 586-4289
My website
I know finding a therapist is deeply personal and hard. I'll meet you where you are and support you through every step of the process.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Life Transitions and ADHD 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Hello! Just a QUICK overview of my style of therapy! Hope to hear from you soon!
Ryan O'Laughlin
Let's Connect (215) 586-4289
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

255 South 17th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19103 map

(215) 586-4289
My website
I know finding a therapist is deeply personal and hard. I'll meet you where you are and support you through every step of the process.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Life Transitions and ADHD 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Hello! Just a QUICK overview of my style of therapy! Hope to hear from you soon!
Ryan O'Laughlin

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Couple Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I happily provide billing statements if you're able to obtain reimbursements for out of network care.
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (215) 586-4289
"
I happily provide billing statements if you're able to obtain reimbursements for out of network care.
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (215) 586-4289

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / CW019361 Ryan O'Laughlin
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 17 years
  • Attended Temple University , MSW, Graduated 2013
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Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (215) 586-4289
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (215) 586-4289

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Mood Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I utilize a strengths-based, evidence-based approach to support growth, build on existing capabilities, and guide interventions grounded in proven therapeutic practices to help empower clients to make decisions about their lives that are in line with their values.
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (215) 586-4289
"
I utilize a strengths-based, evidence-based approach to support growth, build on existing capabilities, and guide interventions grounded in proven therapeutic practices to help empower clients to make decisions about their lives that are in line with their values.
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (215) 586-4289

4 Endorsements

Liz Green
Liz Green
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Ryan was a great supervisor, always there to help me tackle the hard questions. He creates a non-judgmental and supportive environment perfect for opening up. He is a great person to have by your side as you face things you didn't want to face alone!
Alex Wasserman
Alex Wasserman
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTCST
Ryan’s natural ability to connect creates an essential sense of warmth and safety in the therapeutic process. His dedication to his client's growth has helped many!
Dustin Barnes
Dustin Barnes
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Ryan is personable and direct! He has a gift for putting people at ease and helping them address life's challenges head on.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • cbti
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I used strengths based and person-centered treatment so that the client is the expert on how to navigate through thier challenges. I also used spoons theory so that folks with chronic health issues, mental health issues, and neurodivergence can learn how to prioritize their energies. My practice is trauma informed so i am always helping client to find ways to support self.
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (215) 586-4289
"
I used strengths based and person-centered treatment so that the client is the expert on how to navigate through thier challenges. I also used spoons theory so that folks with chronic health issues, mental health issues, and neurodivergence can learn how to prioritize their energies. My practice is trauma informed so i am always helping client to find ways to support self.
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (215) 586-4289

Location

Primary Location

255 South 17th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19103

(215) 586-4289
"
I know finding a therapist is deeply personal and hard. I'll meet you where you are and support you through every step of the process.
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Call for a free consultation now - (215) 586-4289
"
I know finding a therapist is deeply personal and hard. I'll meet you where you are and support you through every step of the process.
Photo of Ryan O'Laughlin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Ryan O'Laughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Call for a free consultation now - (215) 586-4289