I practice from a systemic view where I consider all aspects, connections and relationships into the equation of therapy and the challenges you are facing. I work through a multicultural lens, understanding and bringing in your culture into the session to best get the full essence of who you are. As a member and ally of the LGBTQ community, I strive to create a positive and accepting environment for all my clients. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, reading, playing video games and getting into whatever new craft I want to try out. Through my own difficulties and challenges with anxiety and depression, I know that I can relate with my clients better from a personal level. I work with my clients by creating a narrative that works better for your challenge and reframe those pieces of your life that may seem a little troubling. I will assist you by not only allowing you to have a safe space to discuss your challenges with no judgment or ulterior motives but to meet you where you are at and begin building the change you want to see. I truly believe that we all have the tools that we need to make change happen but sometimes need some assistance in sharpening those tools. I am here to assist you in your journey and create what you want to happen.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

During our first session, I focus on getting to know you as an individual person outside of your current situation. I also allow you to get to know me as a therapist in order to build a safe and comfortable space. During that session, I will allow you to guide the session in which you decide how in depth you would like to go. I want to get a full picture of who you are as a person and how the difficult situation you are going through is impacting you in different areas of your life. I typically go through the standards of therapy and explain how therapy will go such as assigning potential homework and ethical limits. I also understand how stressful it can be to take this leap so I try to create a relaxed environment through playful humor.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Since working in this field for 8 years now, I have held different roles such as working with children, teens, children on the spectrum, clients in low poverty situations and from multiple different cultures. With these experiences I am able to truly piece together you as a whole person and not just a "person with a problem". Understanding your background and the identity you were required to create to survive but also striving to build the identity where you can find peace now while honoring what brought you to where you are is the journey I create with you.

About Kaylan Hand

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