Kayla McElroy, licsw

You’re already stronger than you think you are.

Life wasn’t supposed to be this way…

You’re in the right place.

Overwhelmed. Exhausted. Depleted.

I see you. You feel worn down, exhausted, and uncertain of how life led you here. You’re tired of being tired. You find your mind racing, constantly spinning to the past or the fears of the future. You’re attempting to balance the obligations of daily life, the uncertainty that has landed upon you, and the noise of the chaos around you. The pressures of life deplete you - the expectations you place upon yourself, the expectations of others, and the expectations of the world around you. I’m here to quiet the storm and assist you in identifying steps to regain control during the chaos.

My approach to therapy is to create a space that allows you to feel heard and connected through vulnerability, humor, and realism. I focus on identifying the current stressors and explore means of creating balance, healthy communication, and support to strengthen your feelings of self-worth and clarity. We will process your experiences, identify your areas of personal strengths, and work toward building a healthier version of you. Through this journey, you will feel empowered, confident, and rediscover who you are.

I’ll walk with you through this journey, finding moments of laughter, tears, and connection. When you feel like giving up, I will stand alongside of you reminding you of your strengths, your accomplishments, and giving you the perseverance you need to continue forward. And through time, that strength and confidence will transfer upon you, leading you toward increased peace and clarity.

I offer convenient, online therapy options for those located throughout the state of Minnesota and Tennessee. You can experience the benefits of therapy from the comfort of your home, at a convenient time for you!

My style

Straight forward therapy. Long-lasting results.

My therapuetic technique is to be raw, vulnerable, and authentic. It is rooted in empathy, compassion, and deep respect for my clients. I look to get to know the genuine you, not just the symptoms that bring you to my office. Your beauty lies within your experiences, your strengths, your weaknesses, and everything in between. Together we’ll use that to cultivate change, focusing on goals that are specific and attainable for you. I have a straight forward, real approach, aiming to connect on a personal level. While I am trained in several different modalities, including EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I believe in working from a whole person perspective. This allows us to not only treat your symptoms, but create ever lasting change, personal growth, and increased self-confidence.

My guiding principles

Collaborative

What brings the most value and satisfaction to your life? What do you want your life to look like? Finding the answers to these questions together allows us to focus attention on what matters most so that we can create change in all the right ways.

Empowered

Rediscovering that inner power, or creating it from scratch - regardless our goal is to instill confidence, strength, and clarity in who you are. It may feel out of reach, but its attainable!

Authentic

Connection creates the foundation of the therapuetic relationship. I’m genuine and will show up in my purest sense - humor, laughter, and the ability to be raw and vulnerable are open and welcome within this space!

Convenient

Life is hectic, so I strive to take the guess work out, making therapy stress free and as convenient as possible. Telehealth services provide the ability to do therapy anywhere, anytime, as long as you can find a private space with good internet connection.