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Kayla Wilson

Kayla Wilson, LICSW

Licensed clinical social worker - anxiety and family support

Massachusetts

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Credentials
LICSW
License
LICSW, Massachusetts / LICSW127835
NPI
1972137743
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
Massachusetts
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Family conflict
  • Trauma and abuse

About Kayla

Kayla Wilson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts with five years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, substance use concerns, and related struggles. Kayla speaks English and offers help for a range of issues listed on her profile.

Kayla centers sessions on the client's story and strengths. She uses practical conversation to identify what is getting in the way and what can change. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps that feel manageable.

Her approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Kayla helps people notice patterns in relationships, cope with strong emotions, and develop new ways to respond when old habits cause pain. She also supports people dealing with grief, intimacy problems, body image, and issues related to gender and identity.

Clients who work with Kayla can expect straightforward feedback and collaborative planning. She pays attention to how communication, attachment, and boundaries affect daily life. When substance use, anger, or impulsivity are present, she addresses those alongside other concerns.

Kayla uses her five years of experience to combine practical tools with careful listening. People looking to start therapy follow the site process to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions operate through a cancel-anytime subscription model.

How evidence-based approaches guide online sessions

Kayla draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, trauma, and relationship patterns. One approach focuses on recognizing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practicing different responses to reduce anxiety and avoidance. This helps people who struggle with social situations, worry, or panic by giving concrete skills to try in everyday settings.

Another approach targets relationship and attachment patterns. It helps people understand how past connections shape current trust, communication, and closeness. This can be useful for addressing intimacy issues, blended family challenges, and communication problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kayla will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She uses short-term goals and regular check-ins to adjust methods as progress is made.

Session logistics vary by therapist and platform, so confirm the specific formats before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals often use these options to help therapy feel more practical for everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoaching

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Massachusetts

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, substance use, relationship and intimacy concerns, depression, grief, and related issues.

What is her style in sessions?

Her style is practical and collaborative with focused conversation, goal setting, and steps you can try between sessions.

How much experience does she have?

She has five years of professional experience as a clinician working with the listed concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds an MA and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Kayla WilsonLICSW

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