Dr. Ryan Knutson, LPC

Dr. Ryan Knutson is a Wisconsin-licensed counselor with more than 10 years of professional experience working across a range of clinical settings. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a master’s degree in mental health counseling, and a doctorate in counselor education and supervision. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and an Independent Clinical Supervisor (ICS) - credentials that reflect his clinical practice, specialization in substance use treatment, and qualification to provide supervision to other clinicians.

Throughout his career Dr. Knutson has worked in correctional facilities, outpatient services, group homes, and has volunteered as a counselor with the Salvation Army. He has served as a clinical supervisor for more than seven years and has been an adjunct instructor in a graduate counseling program, bringing both hands-on practice and training experience to his work. Since 2022 he has also provided counseling through an online service to expand access to care.

His clinical approach is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered work, motivational interviewing, and strength-based methods, and he adapts techniques to fit each person’s needs. He aims to make therapy feel less like a clinical procedure and more like a productive conversation. Personal life experiences have driven his commitment to counseling, and he welcomes the opportunity to support individuals seeking help and growth.