Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
How Nathan works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC, LCMHC
- Licensed in
- Vermont, Colorado
- Years in practice
- 15
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Nathan
Nathan Railla is a licensed counselor who focuses on helping people handle strong emotions and everyday pressures. He offers practical support for anger, anxiety, stress, depression, and difficulties with addiction. Nathan speaks plainly and aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable for anyone who is unsure where to begin.
He uses a mix of client-centered work and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors.
Background and approach
He also draws on mindfulness practices to calm the body and somatic methods to tune into bodily signals tied to emotion. Sessions are tailored to the person’s pace and goals, not a one-size-fits-all plan. Nathan has 15 years of professional experience and holds LPC and LCMHC credentials, licensed in Vermont.
He has supported people facing grief, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues, and the overlap of mental health and substance use concerns. He also addresses struggles with self-esteem, attachment wounds, and feelings of emptiness or guilt. In sessions he creates a nonjudgmental space for talking through what’s happening and trying small, practical steps between meetings.
People learn skills to manage anger, improve communication, and cope with life transitions. Progress is a step-by-step process, and Nathan works collaboratively to find approaches that feel useful. For English speakers who prefer remote care, he offers several ways to connect and adapt sessions to life demands.
He encourages anyone ready to begin to take the first step toward clearer thinking and steadier responses.
What Nathan works with
Everything Nathan lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Nathan's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Nathan lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person’s experience. Online sessions use that same approach by letting clients set the pace, talk through what matters most, and work toward realistic goals. This helps when anger or strong feelings make it hard to think clearly.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. In remote sessions this can look like reviewing specific situations, practicing reframes, and setting short homework goals between meetings to test new ways of responding.
Mindfulness techniques help people notice bodily sensations and calm reactivity. Online work can include simple breathing, body awareness exercises, and short guided practices that a person can use during stressful moments.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each client about their goals, preferences, and what feels helpful. Together they’ll try methods that fit the person’s needs and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online formats offer flexibility and practical benefits. Video calls are close to an in-person meeting and allow visual cues, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat can suit quick check-ins, and text-based messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep momentum between appointments.
Questions people ask about Nathan
What concerns does Nathan help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, grief, trauma, family and relationship struggles, and related issues like self-esteem and ADHD.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral methods and mindfulness. Sessions focus on practical steps and exploring feelings in a nonjudgmental way.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 15 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and is licensed in Vermont.
Can I work with him from outside the United States?
Yes. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.