Dr. Ryan Stubblefield
Therapy for ambitious, thoughtful men who’ve checked every box and still feel stuck.
In-person sessions in Berkley; Virtual anywhere in California.
You’ve built the career, the family, the house. You’ve done everything “right” — but right now, it doesn’t feel right.
Go from burnout, disconnection, and quiet resentment …
…to seeing yourself clearly and building a life with purpose and meaning.
Many of my clients are analytical and high-achieving — C-suite execs, VPs, directors, experienced contributors in their field.
They’ve spent years performing at a high level while questioning if it’s sustainable. They’re successful on paper but quietly unsure what’s working at home—or inside themselves.
Emotionally-attuned, neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed therapy with me gives you the space to figure that out.
I have 8+ years of integrating psychodynamic, relational, and somatic approaches to help men do the deeper work.
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“Working with Ryan during a difficult time was incredibly meaningful. His guidance helped me build stronger boundaries and navigate challenges with greater confidence. I’m truly grateful for his help, and I consider the progress I’ve made as a direct result of the work we did together.”
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“What I am most grateful for during our time together was how he validated my experiences, his kindness to me when I had little to none for myself, and how he subtly challenged what I thought was good or bad for me. The work we did together changed the way I see and relate to myself (and others) – it was truly remarkable.”
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Limited spots available as I keep a small case load to ensure quality.
Why spend another year …
→ Grinding through a job that drains you
→ Ignoring the tension at home until it explodes
→ Pretending you’re fine while burnout chips away at your health
→ Wondering what you’re supposed to want instead of actually living it
→ Realizing “success” stopped feeling meaningful—and not knowing what will take its place
→ Wondering if the life you built still aligns with the man you’ve become
What clients discover …
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→ Burnout isn’t weakness — it’s overload
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→ Success without purpose feels empty
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→ Mid-life isn’t a crisis — it’s an awakening
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→ Numbing out works… until it doesn’t
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→ Avoidance costs more than honesty
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→ Stress lives in your body, not just your mind
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→ A promotion won’t fix a marriage
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→ Anger can show what matters
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→ Providing for others means nothing if you’re empty inside
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→ Old coping stops working — that’s growth calling
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→ Loneliness is about not being seen
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→ Real purpose comes from alignment, not accolades
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→ Small shifts create big relief
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→ Clarity comes from stillness, not striving
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→ Insight isn’t the goal — it’s the doorway
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→ Therapy isn’t fixing you — it’s hearing yourself
Meet the Therapist
I’m Ryan Stubblefield, PsyD.
I work with men navigating mid-life questions: Who am I? Where am I going? What matters?
My style is grounded and direct. I encourage honesty, even when it’s uncomfortable.
I help you see the patterns clearly, stay steady when it gets intense, and guide you toward clarity and change.
Credentials:
Licensed Psychologist, CA, PSY35316
California Institute of Integral Studies, Clinical Psychology, PsyD
California Polytechnic State University, Philosophy, BA
California Polytechnic State University, Computer Science, BS
Adjunct Professor, California Institute of Integral Studies
Clinical Supervisor, Psychological Services Center
Treasurer, Northern California Society for Psychoanalytic Psychology
Psychoanalytic Couple Psychotherapy Group
If you are in crisis, call 988 or 911 immediately. Do not share confidential or emergency details here. Ryan Stubblefield, PsyD, practicing in California Telehealth & In Person Therapy (Berkley)
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