We make therapy work better for everyone

Ryan Culkin is the Chief Counseling Officer at Thriveworks, where he oversees operations and ensures clinical excellence for talk therapy services. With over a decade of experience as a child and adolescent counselor, Ryan brings a deep understanding of the rapidly evolving mental health field. He is dedicated to equipping clinicians with the tools and skills they need to deliver the highest standard of care.

Having personally experienced the challenges of burnout, Ryan is passionate about creating a supportive culture that allows clinicians to thrive without being overwhelmed by the demands of their roles. He works closely with the executive team to implement strategic initiatives, shape future objectives, and ensure the success of both clinicians and clients. Ryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and holds an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.

As Chief Operating Officer, Emily oversees clinical operations, call center operations, and business analytics & strategy. She is passionate about improving the therapy experience for both clients and clinicians and remains dedicated to partnering with all Thriveworks teams to achieve this.

Prior to joining Thriveworks, Emily spent the last 13+ years working to scale high-growth companies primarily in the healthcare space. She held a variety of roles in analytics, strategy, operations, and general management at companies including ZocDoc, Quartet, and Capital One. She started her career in finance in investment banking at Lehman Brothers and then middle-market private equity at American Capital.

Emily received her MBA from Harvard Business School and her BA from Georgetown University. She is a lifelong New Yorker and currently resides with her husband and newborn son in Brooklyn. Outside of work, Emily enjoys cooking, traveling, trying out new restaurants, engaging in outdoor activities, and following college basketball.

Ryan Culkin is the Chief Counseling Officer at Thriveworks, where he oversees operations and ensures clinical excellence for talk therapy services. With over a decade of experience as a child and adolescent counselor, Ryan brings a deep understanding of the rapidly evolving mental health field. He is dedicated to equipping clinicians with the tools and skills they need to deliver the highest standard of care.

Having personally experienced the challenges of burnout, Ryan is passionate about creating a supportive culture that allows clinicians to thrive without being overwhelmed by the demands of their roles. He works closely with the executive team to implement strategic initiatives, shape future objectives, and ensure the success of both clinicians and clients. Ryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and holds an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.