Kayla Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 15 years of experience working in various health care and non-profit settings. I am deeply committed to supporting individuals that are navigating grief and loss in all its forms, as well as relationship difficulties, family of origin concerns, anxiety, burnout, and everyday life stress. My lived experience as a bi-racial Asian American allows me to explore the complexities of being human through a unique and intersectional lens. Whether you are facing a significant loss, struggling with life's uncertainties, or seeking deeper self-awareness, I am here to help guide and support you.
My goal is to provide a supportive environment where my clients feel empowered to explore their emotions, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and affirming. I believe that grief is not something to be "fixed", rather it is something to be felt, expressed, witnessed, and honored.
I view therapy as a deeply human experience and I prioritize the therapeutic relationship above all else. I value authenticity in my work and practice from a place of cultural humility and compassionate curiosity. Everyone has their own unique story and I invite you to share yours. Together, we will forge a path towards hope, healing, and renewed meaning.
Call or Email Kayla Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 832-4240
Let's Connect (646) 832-4240
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Kayla Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 832-4240
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 096758 Kayla Smith
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended Hunter College School of Social Work, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2009
Education and Years In Practice
Kayla Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 832-4240
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Kayla Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 832-4240
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Compassion Focused
- Eclectic
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational-Cultural
- Strength-Based
Kayla Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 832-4240
Location
Additional Location
New York, NY 10011
(646) 832-4240