Ryan Kiesling, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Ryan Kiesling

Focus areas

Alzheimer's Disease

Chronic Relapse

Psychological Trauma

Anxiety

Drug Addiction

Relapse Prevention Therapy

Behavioral Problems

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Narrative

Dialectical (DBT)

Person-Centered

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx, White

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Ryan Kiesling

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with Veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and elderly adults, specializing in anxiety, stress, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to help my clients feel better and achieve a sense of normalcy. My approach My approach is determined by the individual needs of each of my clients. I use Motivational Interviewing to help clients make changes in problem areas, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help develop skills that help manage emotions, relationships, and distress. My focus My style and approach have been a good fit for Veterans, individuals with Substance Use Disorders, and elderly individuals. I work to help my clients during transitional periods in their lives, working together to find purpose and meaning. My lived experience allows me to listen empathetically without judgment and with a deep understanding of client needs. My communication style I tend to be calm and open-minded in my communication style. I try to provide a comfortable environment to share without fear of judgment. I use active listening to ensure my clients feel heard while providing a space to process through what may be bothering them. My journey to mental healthcare I decided to become a therapist while trying to navigate my struggles following my time in the Army and deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. I found that I had a deep understanding of trauma and found purpose in studying psychology to help myself regain my sense of normalcy with the help of a social worker. Helping lead others through situations I was personally familiar with has been the most rewarding part of my journey.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

California State University, Northridge, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1285472399

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What practice does Ryan Kiesling work with?

Ryan Kiesling works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ryan Kiesling?

Ryan Kiesling frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ryan Kiesling on their profile.