Hi, I'm Kyla.
Leader, yogi-wannabe, wife, mother, seeker of "why," punny-joke-loving realist, continually learning more, one day at a time. Let's work together to figure this thing out.
Treatment Focus
Humans are messy but sometimes it helps us understand ourselves a bit better when we label our challenges. I am experienced in working with a range of mental health disorders and challenges including:
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Mood Disorders
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Anxiety Disorders including generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, panic disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
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Depression​
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Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
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complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
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Acute Stress Disorder
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ADHD
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Chronic Stress
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Divorce adjustment and co-parenting
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Low self-esteem/low self-confidence
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Relationship challenges
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Parenting Challenges
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High reactivity/low emotional intelligence
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My Approach
Successful therapy has a lot to do with a good personality fit. If you have been to therapy before, you know that the therapist really needs to be someone you feel comfortable talking to. If you haven't been to therapy before, know that it is encouraged to ask questions about the therapist to determine if they are a good match for you.
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I know that it is possible to find lasting change through a caring, trustworthy relationship. I believe that at our core, our needs are simple: we need to be seen, heard and to know that we matter. I want to get to know you as a person to determine how we should approach your current concerns. While I may make recommendations and be able to offer insight I won't tell you what to do. You are the expert on your life and I see my role as a supporter that is able to stay objective and curious, when you and/or those closest to you are not able to fill that role.
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Using a relational, neuroscience informed approach I utilize several methods of reaching change. I am a client-centered therapist, which means that I know that each client may need something different and one of the most important aspects of therapy will be our interactions, together. Using a framework rooted in attachment and psychodynamic theories, I may utilize interventions from many sources including experiential and cognitive based models including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and AEDP.
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Fees
Private payment and Wellmark/Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance policies accepted. If you plan to use insurance benefits I strongly encourage contacting your insurance customer service number (located on the back of your insurance card) to determine out of pocket costs and mental health benefit coverage prior to your appointment.
Co-payment is due at the time of service.
Location
12345 University Ave, Clive, Iowa 50325
Located within the Dana Company building and 3rd floor office suite. You will be called for your scheduled appointment time from the Dana Company reception area.