Kaila Formanek, LICSW — Therapist in Minnesota

Hi there, I'm Kaila!

I’m dedicated to helping people navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and foster meaningful growth. I provide a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space through teletherapy, making it easy to prioritize your mental health from the comfort of your own home.

My focus

My ideal client is someone who feels ready to explore past patterns, navigate life transitions, and build resilience. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I will support you by using CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care to help you develop practical coping tools, heal at your own pace, and thrive.

My approach

I tailor our sessions using a humanistic approach, mindfulness techniques, and a trauma-informed lens. Whether you are managing anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating family of origin and relationship concerns, we will work together at a pace that feels safe and supportive for you.

My communication style

I describe my style as warm, authentic, and collaborative. In our sessions, you can expect an active listener who balances deep empathy with gentle, direct encouragement. I engage with you, offer practical insights, and ensure you always feel safe, heard, and respected.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was drawn to this work by witnessing how the right support can help someone transform their challenges into growth. I am passionate about creating that safe space for you, helping you navigate your own journey toward healing.

My goals for you

We will collaborate to set realistic, meaningful goals that align with the life you want to build. By breaking larger aspirations into manageable, actionable steps, I will help you track your progress using CBT and mindfulness tools, keeping you motivated, supported, and celebrated every step of the way.

Our first session

Our first session is all about building a comfortable connection and understanding where you are today. We will gently explore your background, what brings you to therapy, and your hopes for our time together. There is no pressure to share everything right away—we will go entirely at your pace to ensure you feel comfortable and heard.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Agnostic

Expertise

Specialties

Child Abuse or Neglect

Coping Skills

Depersonalization/Derealization (DPDR)

Dissociative Disorders

+ 16 more

Treatment approaches

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based

Trauma Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Humanistic

Trust-Based Relational Intervention

+ 6 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 12 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from College of Saint Scholastica.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Kaila Formanek