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Kayla Richardson

Kayla Richardson

LICSW

Vermont

Compassionate, goal-focused therapy with practical steps

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At a glance

Credentials
LICSW
License
LICSW, Vermont / 089.0136547
Experience
3 years
Languages
English
Location
Vermont

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    • Motivational Interviewing informed
    • Client-centered care
    • Practical CBT tools

    About Kayla

    Kayla Richardson is a licensed clinical social worker who uses a warm, person-centered style to help people facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and trauma. She presents herself in an approachable way and focuses on practical steps people can try between sessions to feel steadier over time.

    Her work emphasizes listening first and following each person’s goals. She uses Motivational Interviewing to help clients find the motivation to change. She also draws on client-centered methods to make space for each person’s story and CBT techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits.

    Kayla has three years of clinical experience in Vermont as a LICSW, and she works to make sessions feel collaborative rather than prescriptive. Conversations are straightforward and paced to fit what each person needs in the moment. She helps people break big problems into smaller, manageable steps.

    Many who come for help are dealing with stress, low self-esteem, isolation, or the lingering effects of trauma and abuse. Kayla also supports people wrestling with life purpose, relationship conflict, chronic illness concerns, and panic symptoms. She pays attention to how identity and neurodiversity shape each person’s experience.

    When someone is ready to begin, Kayla asks about current priorities and then co-creates a plan that balances short-term tools and longer-term growth. Her practical focus aims to reduce overwhelm and increase manageable progress week to week.

  2. How Kayla’s approaches translate to online therapy

    Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify what matters to them and build internal drive for change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to support small, achievable steps toward goals. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person’s experience without judgment and creating a collaborative space for self-exploration.

    Choosing the right approach is part of the work itself. Kayla will talk with you about your goals and preferences and together decide which methods to emphasize. The plan can shift as needs change so the therapy stays useful and practical.

    Session delivery details are not listed here, so confirm available formats before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins from different locations. It also lets people use shorter sessions when that works better, or choose video or audio depending on bandwidth and comfort. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to help you set realistic steps and track progress between meetings.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative Therapy

    Experience

    3+ years

    Listed in

    Vermont

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does Kayla help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns, plus related areas such as isolation, life purpose, and panic symptoms.

    How would you describe her therapeutic style?

    Her style is collaborative and person-centered, using Motivational Interviewing to activate change and CBT to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

    What experience does she bring to sessions?

    Kayla has three years of clinical practice as a licensed social worker working with clients in Vermont on a range of emotional and relational concerns.

    What credentials and location should I know about?

    She holds a LICSW credential and is based in Vermont.

    Can I work with her if I live in another country?

    Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

    What session formats are available?

    Session formats are not specified here; confirm the current session options before booking to make sure they fit your needs.

    How much do sessions cost?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I get started with therapy?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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