Ryan Christopher, MA, APC, NCC

ADULT & COUPLES PSYCHOTHERAPIST​

EMAIL: RYAN@HEALATL.COM​​

PHONE: 833-HEAL-ATL EXT. 7

Ryan is an adult psychotherapist who approaches the therapy room with an attuned, accepting, and non-judging presence to your story. He specializes in working with individuals and couples navigating their twenties and thirties with the complexities of childhood trauma. His style is collaborative, calm, and compassionate. If you're experiencing feelings of overwhelm, disconnection, or find that past wounds are impacting your present relationships and well-being, then Ryan may be the right fit for you.

Ryan is EMDR-trained and his work blends Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Attachment, and Psychodynamic theories. His approach gently explores how the effects of childhood trauma can be held within the body, often manifesting as physical sensations, anxiety, or disembodiment. He will work with you to compassionately explore your internal “parts,” foster understanding and inner harmony, and develop greater self-acceptance.

For couples, Ryan provides a space to explore how early family experiences and attachment patterns shape the way you connect, communicate, and relate to one another. He will work with you to foster safety and trust, improve communication around sensitive issues, and understand how early experiences and trauma histories can influence relational patterns.

Ryan will hold your story with care and give you space to unload your heavy burdens. He believes in humanity’s ability to heal. He’s here to offer a safe, positive, and supportive space to explore your experiences and move with you toward greater wholeness.

Ryan operates under the clinical direction of Dr. Shayda Nematollahi, LPC and under the clinical supervision of Brittany Hewitt, LPC, CPCS.

About Ryan: Ryan enjoys spending quality time with his family and community. He is passionate about photography, travel, food, architectural design, fitness and spirituality. 

Areas of Expertise: 

Men’s Issues

Parts/Inner Child Work

Identity & Values 

PTSD

Substance Use Issues

Attachment Trauma 
Grief and Loss 
Religious wounding
LGBTQIA+ Affirming 
Spirituality 
Anxiety 
Neurodivergence
Athletes 
Creatives

Ryan Offers:

  • Individual Psychotherapy for Adults 18+
  • Couples Therapy 

Pronouns:

he/him/his

Languages:

English

Education 

Master’s of Arts in Mental Health Counseling | Richmont Graduate University - Atlanta, GA 

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology | Georgia State University - Atlanta, GA

LicenseS & Certifications 

Associate Professional Counselor | APC010589

National Board of Certified Counselors | NCC1738762

EMDR Trained (EMDRIA)

Somatic Experience and IFS Training (Active)

“People are just as wonderful as sunsets if you let them be. When I look at a sunset, I don't find myself saying, "Soften the orange a bit on the right hand corner." I don't try to control a sunset. I watch with awe as it unfolds.”

Carl Rogers