Workshops | Interviews
Ryan has developed engaging workshops and participated in conferences and panels ranging in themes from developmental/complex trauma to philosophy and mythology. His current areas of focus includes depth and relational approaches to psychotherapy, dreamwork, and topics relating to the treatment of trauma. Please send inquiries regarding speaking/workshop availability through the contact page.
See below for scheduled events, available workshop topics, past workshops, and interviews.
Trauma science advanced, but psyche got sidelined. Our knowledge of the biological processes resulting from traumatic experiences has grown, however, our appreciation for the role of the psyche has diminished. This often leaves therapists unequipped to access areas of traumatic experience and recovery that are less material, yet still of vital importance. This presentation proposes the need to reclaim and reintegrate the psyche in trauma work and investigates how this supports the potential of the symbolic to emerge as a conduit for cohesion, meaning, and transformation.
“Ryan has an exceptional ability to connect symbolic understanding with the lived experience of trauma. His work invites deep reflection while remaining practical and accessible, something that’s rare and valuable. He brings a compassionate, open and reflective learning space to his presentations, helping people feel engaged, understood, and supported. ”
This presentation explores the psychological significance of dreams and their potential to help deepen and enhance the therapeutic process. Attendees will learn about various theories of dream interpretation and examine practical techniques for incorporating dream exploration into their practice with clients. The session will also highlight case studies demonstrating how dreamwork can support client insight, personal growth, and emotional healing.
“Ryan’s dream workshop included both in depth information along with experiential tools to apply empowering methodologies to working with clients and their dreams. I thoroughly enjoyed this workshop and would recommend to all therapists.”
At the 2024 IAJS conference, Ryan presented a paper investigating the theme of duality through the archetypes of the “Mother” and the “Other” within Pan’s mythology. Employing a psychodynamic lens, combined with Jung’s complex theory, deeply embedded self-regulatory patterns present in constellated experiences of anxiety and desire become evident. Pan, a god whose very physiology contains a dichotomy between animal nature and human nature, helps us to understand our own fragmentation and reactivity in the face of existential threats. Furthermore, Pan offers guidance in integrating a different consciousness that moves us toward a more ensouled relatedness to our own instincts, each other, and the earth.
Join us for an insightful workshop designed specifically for therapists seeking to deepen their understanding of the body’s role in trauma healing.
This training will explore the physiological and psychological impacts of trauma, focusing on how the integration of somatic awareness and yoga can enhance therapeutic practices. Participants will engage in experiential exercises and gain tools to integrate body-centered techniques into their work. The workshop will also provide the opportunity to discuss personal experiences and insights related to trauma healing, fostering both professional growth and self-reflection. Enhance your therapeutic skills and empower clients in their healing journeys.
Presentation History:
Watch Hill Therapy, Chicago, IL | February 20th, 2016
Live Oak, Chicago, IL | September 20, 2013
"Ryan brings both spark and sensitivity to his instruction. His firm grasp on anatomy and alignment and professional knowledge of the psyche provides the foundation for safe exploration of a realm deeper than just the physical asana. Time with Ryan is always an opportunity to experience profound healing." Lara V., LCSW
