Kayla Elder

My communication style

The tone I try to set with my clients is one of peace and openness. I am forthcoming with my obligations as a licensed clinical social worker and what my ethical boundaries are, but I like to take a non-judgmental, client-centered approach. I will always first seek to build a healthy rapport that allows for constructive conversation.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey as a therapist started in a therapy office, except I was the client. After a wonderful experience with my therapist, I made it my career goal to attend the same school for the same degree and license as she did. In my own experience as a therapist, I’ve realized it is way more than a deep conversation or an ear to vent to.

My goals for you

I believe goal setting should be a collaboration between the client and therapist, with a focus on the client's wants and needs. I am open to any goal my clients bring to the session to work on. We create a plan to achieve the desired goals and outcomes. Working on too many goals at once or working on unattainable goals could be discouraging.

Our first session

In our first session, clients will be informed of confidentiality and ethical professional boundaries. Also, clients should be prepared to answer some basic questions about current symptoms, any past experiences in therapy, use of medication and/or substances, and brief family history. Clients will also be encouraged to express what they expect.

I identify as...

• Female, Cis
• Caucasian or White
• Atheist, Pagan, Spiritual