Hello! I’m Mikayla, and thanks for being here! Taking the first step toward therapy isn’t always easy, and I’m honored you’re considering allowing me to be part of your journey!

Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, past trauma, major life changes, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to navigate it alone. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can slow down, process your experiences, and build the tools you need to move forward with confidence.

As a Black therapist, I understand the importance of feeling seen, heard, and understood in the therapy room. I recognize that identity, culture, race, and lived experiences can shape the way we experience ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. I value creating a space where clients from minority and historically underrepresented communities can feel comfortable bringing their full selves to therapy. While everyone’s experiences are unique, I believe that shared understanding and cultural awareness can help foster a deeper sense of connection, trust, and safety within the therapeutic relationship.

I work with adults facing a variety of life’s challenges, including relationship concerns, work-related stress, difficult transitions, and the lasting effects of trauma. Together, we’ll create a treatment plan that is personalized to your unique goals, values, identity, and experiences. I incorporate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed care to help you develop practical skills while fostering lasting healing and personal growth.

I believe the best therapy happens when you feel comfortable being yourself. I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment built on authenticity, empathy, cultural humility, and trust. You’ll often find that I use humor when appropriate to help make sessions feel approachable and genuine, because healing doesn’t always have to feel heavy!

Whether you’re looking for support during a difficult season, hoping to better understand yourself, navigating the complexities of identity and culture, or ready to heal from past experiences, I’m here when you’re ready.