Meet Ryanne
Ryanne Schaad is a doctoral student in the clinical psychology (PsyD) program at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She received her bachelor's (BS) and master's (MS) degrees from Saint Joseph's University.
Ryanne's interests are focused on reproductive health psychology. She currently works in a research lab that examines reproductive health, with an emphasis on psychological responses to stressful reproductive events (e.g., infant admission to a neonatal intensive care unit [NICU], birth trauma).
Ryanne is particularly passionate about helping patients cope with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and stressful reproductive events (e.g., infertility, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, NICU admission). She primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as other evidence-based interventions.
Ryanne was born and raised in Ocean County, New Jersey, and enjoys running and spending time at the beach.
Services
Initial Evaluation/Intake
Individual Counseling (psychotherapy)
Intended Parents Psych Consultation Under Supervision (Reduced Rate)
PAI Testing
Qualifications
Current Doctoral Student (PsyD)
Membership with American Psychological Association (APA)
Membership with Pennsylvania Psychological Association (PPA)
Member of Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology
B.S., Psychology with a Concentration in Clinical Psychology, Saint Joseph's University, 2020
M.S., Experimental Psychology, Saint Joseph's University, 2021
Psy.D. Student, Clinical Psychology, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Expected Graduation 2026
Top Specialties
Fertility struggles can feel isolating, and when they do, emotional support becomes crucial. In the face of challenges, our therapy sessions for those experiencing infertility provides unwavering support, understanding, and personalized guidance to help you navigate the emotional landscape of fertility struggles. Together, we explore a path forward, offering hope and resilience toward building the family you desire.
Experiencing pregnancy loss can be a profoundly emotional and isolating event. Seeking therapy after pregnancy loss offers compassionate support and understanding, helping you navigate the grief and complex emotions associated with your loss. Through personalized guidance and evidence-based interventions, we assist you in finding a path toward healing and resilience, allowing you to honor your experience while moving forward.
Birth Trauma
Birth trauma can leave lasting emotional scars, making it challenging to process the experience. Therapy sessions for those who experienced birth trauma provides a safe and empathetic space to address and heal from the psychological impact of a traumatic birth. With tailored support and therapeutic techniques, we help you regain a sense of control and well-being, fostering recovery and emotional strength.
NICU
Admission
The stress of having an infant in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) can be overwhelming and emotionally draining. Our specialized therapy for those going through a NICU admission offers vital emotional support and coping strategies to navigate this challenging time. We provide personalized guidance to help you manage anxiety and fear, promoting resilience and strength as you support your baby through their NICU journey.
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders can profoundly impact your well-being during and after pregnancy. Our therapy for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders delivers comprehensive support and effective interventions to help you manage symptoms and improve your emotional health. With compassionate care and tailored treatment plans, we work together to foster a sense of stability and joy during this transformative period in your life.
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Reduced Rate Sessions
We offer reduced rate individual counseling sessions with pre-licensed clinicians.
A pre-licensed clinician is a dedicated and highly motivated mental health professional in the transformative phase between graduation and licensure. They accumulate extensive supervised experience, offering evidence-based therapy with a fresh perspective, exceptional availability, and affordable rates, making them an ideal choice for quality and compassionate counseling.
