Author Archives: Laura L. Ryan, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, A New Day Counseling Services

About Laura L. Ryan, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, A New Day Counseling Services

Hi! I have been a certified hypnotherapist for over ten years and also a Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. After Graduating from the University of Texas, I got my Master's Degree in Professional Counseling at Texas State University and I am currently a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice in Austin, Texas. If you have a question about your personal life or relationships that you would like me to answer, please read the Disclaimer and then send an email to: laura@lauraryan.org, be sure to include the name that you would like me to use in my public response to your question to preserve your anonymity. I look forward to helping you! Sincerely, Laura

Should I date a “Fixer-Upper”?

Dear Laura, I’m a single mom and I’m having a tough time finding a relationship. When I first started dating again after my divorce, I assumed that I would meet lots of creeps and have some really terrible dates, but … Continue reading

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Stop Texting and Start Talking

I contributed to a wonderful article about the benefits of direct communication with your partner. Check it out here:  Talk Don’t Text

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My best advice and tips for online dating

I’m finally an expert! Check out my best tips and advice for online dating: https://blog.curvesconnect.com/2016/07/08/expert-advice-laura-ryan/  

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11 Ways to Quit being So nice and Learn How to Set Boundaries

Check out this Woman’s Day article that I contributed to about a subject that I am passionate about (I am quoted in sections 9 & 10) http://www.womansday.com/relationships/family-friends/advice/a55589/boundaries-in-relationships/

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It’s important for us all to develop better tools…

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Should I move out and leave my parents?

Hello Laura, I’m about nineteen and I’m turning twenty in a few months, and I’m absolutely terrified. For me, it’s always been “family comes first”, even if it’s not what I want. I love my family, but as of late … Continue reading

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Check out my advice for people who can’t let go of their ex’s stuff…

I was interviewed for a great article about the psychology behind difficulties associated with letting go of an ex’s belongings. Check it out here: https://www.sparefoot.com/self-storage/blog/14770-letting-go-of-ex-cess-baggage-how-to-get-rid-of-your-exs-things-and-move-on/

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Why Won’t He Commit?

Dear Laura, I met this wonderful guy in October. We actually were at a bonfire and ended up talking all night. We began hanging out and talking every day. He told me from the start that he was not the … Continue reading

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My New Website! www.lauraryan.org

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