About
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Hi, I’m Kayla and I work with individuals who feel as though they’ve lost their footing after trauma, grief, or major life transitions. I see therapy as a space to slow down, reorient, and begin again. Much like being in the outdoors, healing doesn’t require having the entire path mapped out—it begins with reconnecting to your sense of direction, one step at a time.
My path to this work was shaped by my own experience being supported during a crisis in the Himalayas. In a moment that felt uncertain and overwhelming, mental health professionals showed up with a steady, compassionate presence. Their ability to hold both stability and care allowed me—and those around me—to feel grounded, safe, and able to keep moving forward. It reminded me that even in the face of loss or disruption, life continues to unfold with meaning and possibility.
That experience continues to guide my work today. I strive to offer that same sense of grounded presence—one that creates space for healing, restores a sense of direction, and supports you in moving forward in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
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I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Denver Seminary.
I began my clinical work in January 2024 through an 8-month internship at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery, where I supported children and adolescents ages 6–21 with dual diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
In July 2024, I transitioned into emergency room and inpatient hospital settings as a Behavioral Health Specialist, providing emotional support, crisis intervention, and safety-focused care for individuals experiencing acute and complex mental health symptoms.
Since February 2025, I have been practicing in a private group practice setting, working with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. My approach is trauma-informed and compassionate, meeting clients where they are while supporting meaningful and lasting growth.
My background in disaster relief and para-church ministry further informs my work with cross-cultural workers, missionaries, first responders, and individuals serving in high-stress or crisis environments.
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I approach therapy as both collaborative and experiential, often viewing my role as that of a wilderness guide. I do not force a path or rush the process, but walk alongside you—helping you navigate difficult or unfamiliar terrain with greater clarity, choice, steadiness, and confidence.
Together, we slow down when needed, build skills for managing overwhelm, and strengthen your ability to trust yourself in the process of moving forward.
In addition to traditional talk therapy, I integrate EMDR and offer intensive formats for deeper, focused work. When appropriate, I also incorporate experiential approaches such as movement, grounding in nature, and therapeutic rock climbing—creating opportunities to practice trust, resilience, and emotional regulation in real time.
My goal is to help you feel more grounded, capable, and connected to yourself—so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. At Found Again Counseling, healing is not about becoming someone new; it is about reconnecting with what was left behind when trauma, grief, and pain interrupted your story.
