Counseling in Colorado and New Jersey.
“Sometimes we don’t need advice. Sometimes we just need to hear we’re not the only one.”
— Matthew McConaughey
Hi, I’m Ryan.
Being authentic matters to me. I show up as a real person in the therapy room, and I want you to feel like you can do the same. My goal is to create a space where you can be yourself, open up, and unpack everything you’ve been carrying: the stress, the thoughts you keep to yourself, the experiences you’ve been through, and all the stuff life has handed you. When people feel safe enough to be honest and real, that’s when therapy really helps.
I’m informal, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. I believe that the relationship between us is far more important than any technique or theory. When you feel comfortable, understood, and really seen, you’re more likely to take risks, say what’s true, and make real changes.
That said, I do bring strong clinical training when it’s useful. I have advanced training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy from the Albert Ellis Institute in New York. REBT is one tool in my toolbox and something we can use to help you understand and challenge your thoughts, shift unhelpful patterns, and create new ways of responding to stress, relationships, and life in general. But therapy with me isn’t rigid or overly structured. It’s a conversation. It’s two humans sitting down, figuring things out together.
If you’re motivated to change, to feel better, to understand yourself more deeply, or to get clearer about where you want your life to go, I can help you with all of that.
I’m informal, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. I believe that the relationship between us is far more important than any technique or theory. When you feel comfortable, understood, and really seen, you’re more likely to take risks, say what’s true, and make real changes.
Get in touch
Call, email, or click the button below to schedule a free 30-minute consultation. We can talk about what’s been going on and see if it feels like a good fit.
*After booking a consultation, you will receive an email with additonal information.
Contact
You can reach out by phone or email anytime.
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Denver Therapists
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your fees?
$200.00 USD per session if you aren’t using insurance.
Do you accept Medicaid?
No. I do not accept and cannot work with individuals who have Medicaid.
Do you accept insurance?
I accept the following insurances:
Colorado: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carelon, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente , Optum, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, UMR.
New Jersey: Aetna, Carelon, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, UMR. I will soon be able to accept Amerihealth and Humana also.
Do you offer therapy online or in-person?
I provide therapy in-person at my office in Denver, Colorado as well as by video conference with individuals anywhere in Colorado or New Jersey.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
I have a 24-hour notice requirement for all cancellations. Otherwise, the full rate is charged for the appointment. Appointment no-shows are charged the full rate.
Where can I find information about getting a good faith estimate?
Starting on January 1, 2022, federal laws regulating client care have been updated to include the “No Surprises” Act which requires health care providers to provide current and potential clients a “Good Faith Estimate” (GFE) of the cost of treatment. This is intended to provide you with transparency about your expected medical expenses and to protect you from surprises when you receive medical bills.
To ensure no “surprise billing”, my fees for counseling are transparent and listed on your new client paperwork, and always discussed and mutually agreed to before counseling services begin.
Because every client’s journey in therapy is different, it is challenging to estimate in advance the length of treatment. Some clients come to therapy for just a few sessions while others find it beneficial to attend therapy for months or years. Therefore, the Good Faith Estimate is just an estimate based on an assumed treatment period. You may choose to come to therapy more or less frequently or for a shorter or longer duration. You are always in charge of how often you attend sessions and you have the right to end treatment at any time.
During the initial video consultation, I will verbally provide you with a Good Faith Estimate (GFE). This estimate also will be available to you in writing and you can access it through the Simple Practice portal. If you are a current client, I will be providing you with a GFE as well.
Good Faith Estimate Notice
• You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
• You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
• Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
• Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.
About Ryan Ramsey MA, LPC
Ryan Ramsey, MA, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people understand their emotions, recognize patterns that shape how they experience themselves and their lives, and confront what’s getting in the way of meaningful change. His approach is grounded in empathy and respect, paired with directness, engagement, and a collaborative, no-nonsense style.
Ryan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Metropolitan State University of Denver and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado. He has completed advanced training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) through the Albert Ellis Institute and is licensed to practice in both Colorado and New Jersey.