My name is Ryan McDermott and let me just say, I’m really glad that you are here! I’m going to do my best to answer some of the most common questions that people have asked me in the past. I hope this is informative for you!

• How long have you been doing what you do and how did you get started?

I have been pretty health conscious for most of my life. Though sometime halfway through 2010 is when my health had really taken a turn for the worst. Desperate, I began seeing many doctors and therapists to try and figure out what was going on with me. After receiving a clean bill of health from everyone I saw based on my lab work looking “good” and trying some psychiatric medications I became frustrated and felt my internal experience was being invalidated. I decided to stop all of my treatments, fire all of my doctors, and start doing my own research.

Sometime in 2011 is when I furiously and obsessively started sifting through all of the information regarding human health that I could find on the internet for several hours a day. Reading about every diet I could find, every natural intervention, research papers, learning to interpret my own lab work, etc. I found common themes amongst everything I researched and applied those as universal truths in human health, with nuances. I learned why diets fail people, where the natural cures go wrong, the true intention of modern medicine, what works and what doesn’t. I learned everything I could about what makes a human body healthy.

Once I felt complete in my research of the human body I dove deep into the human mind. I tried plant medicines to open up my mind to what was going on inside me. I tried several different therapists all with different modalities including CBT, DBT, EMDR, holographic manipulation therapy, parts work, reparenting, trauma recovery, etc. I started talking to friends and family, found community, and reconnected with myself in a way that I never thought could be possible.

Now that I had stabilized my own mind I began to dive deep into topics surrounding spirituality, meaning, purpose, and conscious living. Growth is always a work in progress!

After learning and growing the way that I did I realized that a lot of people were not getting the help they really need. This is what drove me to where I am now. I realized that my perspective and experience was unique and profound and that I needed to share what I had learned with anyone who was receptive. I wouldn’t allow anyone that I know to slip through the cracks of the system like I did for so many years.

At this point I had actually gone back to school and received a pre-health certificate with the intention of becoming a physician. At the time I had thought that this is where I could have the biggest impact. Ultimately, I realized that this was not the best path forward for me.

Fast forward to today and I’ve helped to inform many people over the years about how to improve their health. It feels good to be a voice of reason in the sea of propaganda and false cures. To offer people hope where there was once helplessness. I now have the opportunity and the privilege to apply my knowledge in a coaching setting. Working as an integrative coach and encompassing the mind, body, and spirit and all facets of human health into my coaching has been a richly rewarding experience. I am humbled and honored to have the privilege of witnessing so many transformations in my time.

So now I am here before you, ready to serve and share this knowledge and all of the deep insights and wisdom that I’ve gleaned from this earthly experience. If you decide to join paths with me for a period of time, I guarantee you will go through some sort of transformation no matter what goal you have in mind.

• What kinds of clients do you work with?

I work with clients of all types and I have expertise in many areas. Things I have a deeper interest in are relationships, general health, mental health, parenting, boosting energy or resilience, building discipline, traumas and somatic release, subconscious reprogramming, gut health, etc. I excel at the “tough cases”, helping people who have tried everything and haven’t found any help or answers elsewhere. Reconnection to self and living a conscious, intentional, and empowered life is the main goal.

• How are you different from other coaches?

I firmly believe that healers can only help others as much as they have helped themselves. I have been told many times that I am wise well beyond my years and that I have done work on myself that most wouldn’t get to in their lifetime. I think that my drive towards personal growth and my sharp mind are gifts that have been given to me so that I may share what I have learned with others.

Healers are people who have done a lot of internal work to raise their vibrational frequency. Others may choose to jump on the opportunity to join in on their resonance to learn new things about themselves. You are your own healer, I am simply the messenger, the guide, the example for which you can choose to allow certain information in or not in order to foster your own healing. Ultimately it is you who heals yourself.

• What type of personality do you work best with and what is expected of me?

I work best with people who have a lot of self awareness and have already put in a lot of work, but aren’t seeing the results they would expect to see. Ideal clients are the ones who constantly feel stuck or like they keep falling back into old patterns, addictive behaviors, unhealthy coping mechanisms, have an interest in plant medicine, or struggle with anxiety/depression or can’t seem to figure out the root cause of their physical illnesses. I fill the gaps in care where other professionals seem to be missing the mark.

• Who does this program NOT work for?

Just a note, I’d like you to keep in mind that I don’t have many openings in my schedule and I’m selective about who I work with! That being said, this program is not intended for those who are looking for a quick fix. If you are not going to be dedicated to the process and willing to take a serious look at all aspects of what it will take to bring you to where you need to be then this program is definitely not for you. If you are not invested enough to consider the financial commitment or to make the time to do the work then this program is not for you.

All that being said, show up to a discovery session and have a talk with me! This process works and I can give you a glimpse into what the process is like before you commit.

• What exactly is your system and what does it include?

The system I use is designed to gain a deep understanding of every aspect of you. We will then use these insights to really get to the root of what it is blocking you from transforming your life.

In the midst of doing this work we will find a lot of deeper rooted things that once brought into awareness and properly sorted through will change many aspects of your life. At times there may be other types of treatments that may be necessary from certain types of doctors or therapists. We may also look at things like being in nature and finding community. We will look closely at belief systems, patterns, triggers, and utilize an approach that is led by you and what comes up for you. I will be with you the entire way to make sure you get all of the care you need to bring you where you want to be. I can coach you through every aspect of the healing process, including finding other care that may serve you, if needed.

A simple goal to lose weight, for example, could eventually put you onto a path of spiritual enlightenment and transforming your entire life over time. If that is what you desire and that is where you are driven, I can help you get there. If you’re not ready for that level of transformation we can take it as far as you are comfortable with. Ultimately you are in the driver’s seat! I meet you where you are and take you as far as we can go.

• Does this really work?

If it didn’t, I would have a real ethical dilemma on my hands! You will absolutely have results and the path of your life will be altered to be more in alignment. As long as you keep showing up, success is inevitable!

• What results can I expect?

Depending on your goals and level of commitment you can expect to:

• Have a deeper understanding of how lasting change happens

• Understand the emotions and subconscious factors driving your decision making

• Finally feel free to live the life you want

• Build internal motivation without feeling overwhelmed or deprived

• Become efficient with your use of time and energy

• Have healthier and more satisfying relationships with everyone around you

• Parent in a way that prevents passing on trauma and brings ease and understanding

• Finally understand what is holding you back in life, regardless if it’s because of your health, relationship, internal struggles, external constraints, etc.

• How quickly can I expect results?

The moment you decide to enter into one of my programs your life will begin to change! Every session and every day you will be on a life altering path that will bring you to a new level of awareness and alignment.

• How can I guarantee myself that I will get your program’s results?

If you’ve tried many things in the past that did not work for you it’s understandable that you would have questions like this. It is likely that the things you have tried in the past may have fallen short in providing you with the necessary support in order to make success inevitable for you.

With the right support, the right system, and some accountability combined with some tools and tricks and my extensive knowledge you will certainly experience a transformation.

• Will I recover the investment I put into this coaching program?

A thousand times yes! If you’re here, there is a good chance that over the years you have spent a lot of money investing into supplements, fad diets, cleanses that don’t work, fake foods with high expectations, etc. Couple that with all of the TIME you spent doing all of these things. How much time and money have you lost to low energy, sick days, mental health days, etc?

How much is it worth for you to be healthy, vibrant, and have the energy and focus to live the life of your dreams, have more fun, and spend time with the people that matter most?

If I gave you a million dollars today with the stipulation that you would not wake up tomorrow, would you take the million dollars? No way!

Your time is the single most valuable and precious thing that you have. Full stop. If you aren’t living your life the way you want to or are stuck and falling into undesired patterns of living there is no amount of investment that is too large, you and your time are worth every penny.

My program will give you laser guided focus on exactly what works so you aren’t wasting time and money on what doesn’t work. I take out the guesswork so you can efficiently reach your goal to live more in alignment with how you want to live and helping you to realize your power to cultivate the time and energy for what you want in life.

• This sounds amazing Ryan, and I’d really love to start working with you. How do I get started?

I’m so excited you decided to take the next step! I’m honored to be alongside you for this part of your life journey!

• Start by signing up for a discovery session HERE

• If you seem like a good fit, I will offer the invitation for you to enroll in my program.

• I will walk you through the steps for how to make the investment.

• We can choose when to schedule your first session, either virtual or in your home, and you can decide what type of schedule you would like

• I will send a welcome email that includes a Coaching Program Agreement that you will need to sign before our first session

I’m excited to work with you! Breaking patterns, getting healthy, and working through transformation can be overwhelming to do on your own. So much so that it may just seem easier to fall back into your comfort zone. Through coaching you will understand how to be different without having to remember how to be different. It all starts by raising awareness and having experiences that will shift your perspective.

I look forward to seeing you and if you have any other questions we can work through them together! I look forward to speaking with you soon!