Family Therapy in Clinton, AR

Big, small, chosen, or outside of our control - life is full of things that require us to adjust and adapt. Our success in life can often be determined by our ability to navigate its changes, show resilience during its most overwhelming moments, and not lose our belief in ourselves. As your therapist, I will give you tools you can use to reach your goals, as well as cheer you on and you overcome the hurdles. You've already taken a huge step by making it this far. Let me help you take the next step. From one overcomer to another, you've got this!

Are you feeling stuck in your current situation, down, anxious, struggling to deal with trauma? Know that you are not alone, things do not have to stay stagnate, and transformation is possible. If you have experienced trauma, battle anxiety or depression, struggle with parental issues or have a child who is having behavioral problems, I would be honored to assist you. We will work together to devise a plan to reach specified goals and create positive transformation within your life.

As a marriage and family therapist, my hope is to help each couple and family to overcome the unique struggles that they face. I want to help everyone recognize and appreciate the valuable qualities that each person contributes to the relationship. Also, for them to understand how their differences can be the building block in becoming a foundation of comfort, strength, and peace. I share these same aspirations for my individual clients as well, so they can reach their personal, relational, and life ambitions through achieving mental health and wellbeing.

Feeling sad, overwhelmed, frustrated, or anxious? At times the challenges of life can be overwhelming and we can struggle to cope. This is when a compassionate and competent therapist can make a difference. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, dealing with anger management, trying to save a relationship, discovering your sexual or gender identity, or just need someone to assist you through some of life's transitions. I want you to know there is someone who cares and wants to help. No matter how long or how much you have been struggling, I believe there is hope and change is possible.

Kayla has her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and believes in utilizing a systemic approach when working with clients. Since 2018, she has worked as a licensed counselor. During this time she has worked with adolescents and families at a residential treatment center. Kayla also has specialized training in trauma therapy and attachment therapy and enjoys applying it to her work with all types of clients.

My practice is focused on addressing general psychological concerns that may affect an individual and/or their family throughout the lifespan with a special emphasis on individuals affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families. At the heart of my practice is an acceptance and openness to the individual(s) with a focus on their lived experiences. Each of us has unique skills/gifts that provide a foundation upon which we can continue to grow. Through my work with clients I hope to assist them in the development of new skills, greater understanding and improved relationships.

Welcome! Let’s be real - life can feel really tricky sometimes. If you feel that things aren’t quite right and are considering therapy, you’re in the right place! Often the hardest part is acknowledging that change is possible, and that a bit of help might be necessary to get where you want to be. I consider my role as a counselor to be one of the most sacred parts of my life. There is an inherent beauty found in walking alongside people in search for safety, purpose, healing, and hope.

When I consider the relationship between a therapist and a client, I want to offer a supportive and nonjudgmental setting to allow a client to address their personal challenges by exploring their thoughts and emotions at their own pace. While gradually exploring additional layers of their concerns to allow them to find a path to a more authentic and satisfying life. I want to provide empathy for clients while empowering them in ways to grow and achieve their goals. I want those seeking comfort and support with their concerns, such as difficulties within their relationships, life stresses, past hurts, depression, anxiety & grief.

Got kiddos who are struggling? Parenting make you want to scream? Dreading the next call from your child's the school? If you do, I'd love to spend some time with you and them!! With over a decade working with kids in both outpatient and school-based settings, I've worked with everything from ADHD to trauma to childhood grief. All my experience has led to an incredibly patient heart and a toolbox full of tricks to restore everyone's sanity. I also have substantial experiencing working with siblings, step-families, adoption / foster situations and kids struggling with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD).

I work with individuals and couples dealing with financial stress, anxiety/depression, work-life balance, feeling lost, and relationship/marital issues.