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Kayla Henry

Kayla Henry

LCSW

Therapist in California

Practical, compassionate support for life changes

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  • Experience 5 years
  • Languages English
  • Sessions Online
  • Goal focused
  • Respectful and direct
  • Evidence informed

About Kayla

Kayla Henry is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. She provides a calm, direct approach and focuses on practical steps that fit daily life. Kayla emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in sessions.

With five years of professional experience, Kayla adapts conversations and plans to each person's situation. She supports people who are coping with major life changes, caregiving strain, communication problems, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation or loneliness. Young adults and women are among those who often seek help for these concerns.

Sessions look at what is getting in the way now and what small changes could help. Kayla uses evidence-informed tools to build new skills and reduce unhelpful thinking. She also addresses the impact of past trauma in ways that feel manageable and paced to the person.

Her style is collaborative and goal-focused. Kayla works with people to set clear, realistic objectives and practical steps between meetings. She aims to empower clients so they can notice progress and handle setbacks with more confidence.

People considering therapy are invited to start with a short matching process and then schedule a first session. Kayla explains options and tailors the plan so it fits each person’s goals and daily routines.

How these approaches can work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, centers on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions toward those values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kayla collaborates with each person to decide which method or combination will best match their goals and preferences. She will review options and adjust the plan as progress is made and needs shift.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that is helpful. It can also let someone choose a quieter time or a session length that fits a work break. Discussing practical details during the matching process helps ensure sessions fit into daily life.

License and NPI

LCSW California · No. 128157
NPI1487294641

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kayla commonly address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem. She also helps with coping with life changes and isolation or loneliness.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is collaborative, direct, and practical. She focuses on setting clear goals and small steps that fit everyday life.

What is her professional background?

She has five years of professional work experience helping people with mood, trauma, and life transition concerns.

What credentials and region should I know about?

She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, listed as LCSW, and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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