Hi I’m Kayla and as a licensed therapist, I help adults overcome their anxiety, trauma responses, and OCD rituals to live a better life. I work with clients who feel stuck or overwhelmed and want to change, but don’t know how yet. I offer Individual Therapy focusing on treatment that feels personal and possible. Each client experience has been different and rewarding. I have played a role in helping my clients feel safe to dive deeper and process painful memories. Together, we made it possible for them to understand themselves better, to let go of thoughts and behaviors that no longer served them. I have taught clients new skills that they take with them outside of therapy to embrace and express their emotions and live fully in the present.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know each other and talk about what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask questions about your history, current concerns, and goals so I can better understand your unique needs. This is also a chance for you to share what’s most important to you and what you hope to get out of therapy. We’ll go over the intake process together, talk about how sessions typically work, and address any questions you might have.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My clients often describe me as warm, authentic, and a great listener. I do my best to create a space where you feel safe to share openly, knowing that I genuinely care and will hold space for whatever emotions you bring into the session. I approach therapy with an open mind and presence, always aiming to meet you where you are. Having experienced the benefits of therapy myself, I understand how important it is to feel supported and understood, and I draw on that perspective to connect with clients in a real and relatable way.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with clients who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, OCD patterns, or trauma responses. These are individuals who often feel overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts and persistent worry. Maybe your body reacts before your mind can catch up, with panic, shutdowns, people-pleasing, or avoidance. If you’ve been trying to “push through” on your own and it’s no longer working, I’m here to help you regain control of your life. Together, we will help you better understand your experience and rebuild your sense of safety and confidence.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have over three years of experience utilizing CBT to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop healthier coping skills. In practice, I work collaboratively with clients to recognize the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and to create strategies that promote meaningful change in daily life.
Trauma Informed Care
I approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens, ensuring that sessions are conducted with safety, trust, and empowerment. I recognize the impact of past trauma on current challenges and work to create a supportive environment where clients feel understood and respected as they process and heal.
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
I use ERP to help clients break the cycle of fear, avoidance, and compulsive behaviors by gradually facing the thoughts, sensations, and situations that trigger their anxiety. Together, we work toward decreasing engagement in old coping behaviors and building tolerance to uncertainty and distress.