Kayla La Rosa , LCSW

Kayla La Rosa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida who brings three years of clinical experience to work with people facing a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and family challenges, career concerns, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and the effects of chronic or acute illness. She centers her practice on clients strengths and self-determination, using motivational and solution-focused methods alongside a client-centered, mindful style that balances empathy with clear, direct guidance.

Her approach emphasizes respect, dignity, and healthy boundaries throughout the therapeutic process. She views each person as the expert in their own life and partners with them to clarify goals and build practical strategies for change. In sessions she draws on skills from motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy to support motivation and short-term gains, while incorporating attention to present-moment awareness and coping skills as needed.

When working with clients, Kayla often offers weekly appointments by video, phone, or live text, and she may provide brief check-ins or encouragement between sessions for non-emergency needs. She also notes the importance of crisis resources and directs individuals in immediate danger to contact the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Kylea received an undergraduate degree in psychology and a master of social work. Outside of practice she enjoys exploring new hobbies, spending time with family, reading, creative projects, and taking her rescue dog on adventures. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Approaches for Effective Online Therapy

Kayla uses client-centered therapy to place the person and their goals at the center of care - this approach focuses on empathy, active listening, and building a collaborative partnership so clients feel heard and guided rather than directed. Motivational interviewing is employed to explore and strengthen a person s own reasons for change, helping with ambivalence around behaviors such as substance use, lifestyle shifts, or treatment engagement. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on identifying practical steps and small changes that move a person toward their goals, making it useful for stress, coping with life transitions, and short-term problem solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself, and Kayla treats this as a collaborative process. She and the client review goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked in the past, then adjust techniques to fit the client s needs and values. This flexible, client-centered planning helps shape sessions that feel relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers practical benefits such as scheduling flexibility and easier access to support via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it simpler to maintain regular contact, try different formats for skill-building, and integrate therapeutic work into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to each person.