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Kayla Sykes

Psychologist, PsyD (she, her)

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Lafayette, CA 94549
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You're really good at taking care of everyone else, but terrible at letting anyone take care of you. Maybe you're exhausted from overgiving in your relationship, keeping score, and feeling unseen. Or maybe you want connection but keep avoiding dating, convinced something is wrong with you. You're not broken. You're just protected, and that protection isn't serving you anymore. I work with anxious women who struggle with vulnerability and intimacy in relationships. Together we can explore why letting people in feels so scary, and build the capacity to ask for what you need without guilt or fear.
I help people with relationship anxiety, people-pleasing, and difficulty with vulnerability and women who give more than they receive, struggle to set boundaries, or avoid relationships even though they crave connection. Whether dealing with resentment in your partnership or paralyzed by dating anxiety, we'll work on the patterns keeping you stuck.
I bring warmth, compassion, and humor to therapy. I won't let you people-please your way through our sessions. Together we can work on immediate relationship concerns or explore the deeper patterns that keep you from feeling truly seen and loved. I'd love to hear what brings you to therapy at this point in your life.
Call or Kayla Sykes now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 545-8516

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Lafayette, CA 94549

(415) 545-8516
My website
I offer video therapy sessions online. I'm available Mondays through Thursdays during the work day. Let's find a time that works for you.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Self Esteem 
$250 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Welcome, I'm Dr. Kayla Sykes. If something feels off, you don't have to figure it out alone. Let's talk.
Kayla Sykes
Let's Connect (415) 545-8516
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Lafayette, CA 94549

(415) 545-8516
My website
I offer video therapy sessions online. I'm available Mondays through Thursdays during the work day. Let's find a time that works for you.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Self Esteem 
$250 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Welcome, I'm Dr. Kayla Sykes. If something feels off, you don't have to figure it out alone. Let's talk.
Kayla Sykes

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I'm an out-of-network provider and provide superbills for insurance reimbursement. Many clients find they can use this benefit to offset costs. I've created a step-by-step guide and am happy to walk you through the process anytime. Please reach out with questions.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 545-8516
"
I'm an out-of-network provider and provide superbills for insurance reimbursement. Many clients find they can use this benefit to offset costs. I've created a step-by-step guide and am happy to walk you through the process anytime. Please reach out with questions.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 545-8516

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY32408 Kayla Sykes

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2019

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: California Board of Psychology 32408 / 2026
  • Membership with National Register of Health Service Psychologists 2026
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I have over 10 years of experience helping women and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, identity, relationships, and life transitions. I'm a licensed California psychologist (PSY32408) with a Psy.D. from Alliant and training at University of San Francisco CAPS.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 545-8516
"
I have over 10 years of experience helping women and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, identity, relationships, and life transitions. I'm a licensed California psychologist (PSY32408) with a Psy.D. from Alliant and training at University of San Francisco CAPS.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 545-8516

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Attachment
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Intimacy
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with women struggling with relationship anxiety, people-pleasing, and difficulty being vulnerable. We'll explore patterns like overgiving, resentment, or avoiding intimacy altogether. Together we'll understand why letting people in feels scary and build your capacity to ask for what you need. Most clients notice shifts within the first few months, feeling more authentic and less exhausted.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 545-8516
"
I work with women struggling with relationship anxiety, people-pleasing, and difficulty being vulnerable. We'll explore patterns like overgiving, resentment, or avoiding intimacy altogether. Together we'll understand why letting people in feels scary and build your capacity to ask for what you need. Most clients notice shifts within the first few months, feeling more authentic and less exhausted.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 545-8516

Endorsement

Zoey Rogers
Zoey Rogers
Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Kayla Sykes is a wonderful therapist, whom I always feel confident referring clients to. She is warm and empathetic, while also helping clients to remain at their growing edge. Her work with women's issues is highly informed and thoughtful.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
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I use an integrative approach grounded in attachment theory, relational psychodynamic work, and CBT skills. We'll explore how your early relationships shaped your beliefs about love, worthiness, and vulnerability. You'll learn why you default to caretaking or avoidance, and develop the capacity to show up authentically in relationships.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 545-8516
"
I use an integrative approach grounded in attachment theory, relational psychodynamic work, and CBT skills. We'll explore how your early relationships shaped your beliefs about love, worthiness, and vulnerability. You'll learn why you default to caretaking or avoidance, and develop the capacity to show up authentically in relationships.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 545-8516

Location

Primary Location

Lafayette, CA 94549

(415) 545-8516

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I offer video therapy sessions online. I'm available Mondays through Thursdays during the work day. Let's find a time that works for you.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 545-8516
"
I offer video therapy sessions online. I'm available Mondays through Thursdays during the work day. Let's find a time that works for you.
Photo of Kayla Sykes, Psychologist, PsyD
Kayla Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 545-8516