Finding the right therapist means finding someone who not only has the right training and experience but also creates a space where you feel genuinely heard and understood. At Hammond Psychology & Associates, we’re proud to have a team of caring professionals who are dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and evidence-based care.
As part of our Getting to Know the Caring Professionals at Hammond Psychology & Associates series, we’re pleased to introduce Dr. Doris Ryan, a Florida Licensed Psychologist who provides individual therapy for older teens and adults. With extensive experience across outpatient clinics, hospitals, and a variety of mental health settings, Dr. Ryan brings a calm, thoughtful, and collaborative approach to every client she serves.
Experience That Supports Lasting Growth
Dr. Doris Ryan believes that every person’s story is unique, which is why she tailors therapy to each individual’s goals, strengths, and life experiences. Throughout her career, she has worked with individuals facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, burnout, emotional difficulties, relationship concerns, and major life transitions.
Her extensive background across outpatient and inpatient settings has given her the opportunity to support clients through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. Whether someone is managing everyday stress, healing from trauma, navigating ADHD, or working to build healthier relationships, Dr. Ryan focuses on helping clients develop practical skills while fostering greater self-awareness and emotional well-being.
Clients often describe Dr. Ryan as warm, gentle, and approachable, appreciating the supportive environment she creates where healing and personal growth can take place.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Ryan provides therapy for:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
- Trauma and PTSD
- Stress and burnout
- Relationship concerns
- Emotional regulation
- Life transitions
She provides therapy for older teens and adults, creating individualized treatment plans designed to support each person’s unique goals.
Evidence-Based Care with a Personalized Approach
Dr. Ryan believes that therapy should be both compassionate and grounded in proven clinical practices. She draws from several evidence-based approaches to help clients better understand themselves, strengthen coping skills, and create lasting change.
Her therapeutic approaches include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Schema Therapy
- Object Relations Therapy
These approaches allow Dr. Ryan to personalize treatment based on each client’s needs while helping individuals improve emotional regulation, relationships, resilience, and overall well-being.
What Clients Can Expect
Beginning therapy can feel like a vulnerable step, and Dr. Ryan works to ensure clients feel comfortable, respected, and supported from the very beginning.
Clients working with Dr. Ryan can expect:
- A calm and welcoming environment
- Individualized treatment tailored to their goals
- Evidence-based therapeutic techniques
- Collaborative problem-solving
- Practical coping strategies
- Compassionate guidance throughout the therapeutic process
Her goal is to help clients gain greater insight, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop tools that support long-term wellness.
Dr. Ryan’s Approach to Therapy
Dr. Ryan believes that meaningful change happens through collaboration, trust, and a strong therapeutic relationship. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, she works alongside each client to better understand their experiences, identify their strengths, and create realistic goals for growth.
She recognizes that healing looks different for every individual and strives to create a supportive space where clients feel empowered to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and hope.
Leadership Beyond the Therapy Office
In addition to providing individual therapy, Dr. Ryan has served as a mental health consultant, clinical supervisor, trainer, and program director throughout her career. She has provided professional training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Object Relations Therapy, reflecting her commitment to advancing quality mental health care and supporting the development of other professionals in the field.
She earned her doctoral degree from the University of South Carolina and has worked in mental health settings throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, Indiana, and Florida, bringing a wealth of experience and perspective to her clinical practice.
Why Hammond Psychology & Associates?
At Hammond Psychology & Associates, we are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for individuals and families throughout Brandon and the surrounding communities.
Dr. Ryan reflects these values through her thoughtful, collaborative approach and dedication to helping clients build healthier, more fulfilling lives. Her extensive experience, clinical expertise, and genuine compassion make her a valued member of our team.
Get to Know Our Team—We’re Here When You’re Ready
At Hammond Psychology & Associates, we know that choosing a therapist is an important decision. That’s why we’re proud to introduce the caring professionals who make up our team—one story at a time.
Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relationship concerns, stress, burnout, or life’s transitions, we’re here to help connect you with the therapist who best fits your needs.
At Hammond Psychology & Associates, we believe that healing begins with hope, grows through connection, and is strengthened by compassionate, evidence-based care.
We look forward to helping you take the next step on your mental health journey.