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- ADHD support
- Trauma-informed work
- Neurodivergent-affirming
About Kayla
New York LMHC with four years of direct therapy experience, Kayla "Kai" Coca draws on prior crisis work and an eclectic, trauma-informed approach. Kai names neurodivergent-affirming practice and centers client goals in each meeting. They work with adults on concerns such as LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, coaching, and ADHD. Sessions are conducted in English.
Kai frames therapy around what each person wants to change. They listen for strengths and patterns in a person's life, then use methods that fit the situation. That can mean skills practice to manage intense feelings, identifying values to guide decisions, or looking at past relationships that shape current reactions.
The work often blends short-term problem solving with longer conversations about history and meaning. Kai draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered ideas, and psychodynamic thinking. These methods are mixed to address specific goals rather than following a single model.
Kai also supports people dealing with attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, body image and eating concerns, chronic pain or illness, dissociation, and gender dysphoria. They note experience with kink and BDSM communities, hearing-impaired clients, multicultural concerns, and family of origin problems.
People who choose Kai can expect practical tools, discussion of life patterns, and a collaborative plan for sessions. To start, prospective clients use the site matching steps to schedule a first meeting and review whether this approach fits their needs.
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How these approaches are used in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed steps toward them while learning to notice difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help when someone feels stuck or uncertain about life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and it often suits problems like mood difficulties, anxiety, and managing ADHD-related routines. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) includes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving communication, which can be helpful when strong emotions or relationship conflict are frequent.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to identify goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust strategies based on what helps. Clients can expect discussion and skill practice chosen together rather than a predetermined plan.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. If a client prefers a less camera-heavy option, therapists and clients can discuss approaches that require less visual focus or plan shorter, targeted sessions to fit a work break or tight schedule.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
Primary areas include LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, coaching, and ADHD. Additional focus areas listed include attachment, autism and Asperger syndrome, body image, eating concerns, chronic pain or illness, dissociation, gender dysphoria, and multicultural issues.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
The practice uses a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. Methods are combined to match a client's specific goals and needs.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
Kai has four years of therapy experience following prior work in crisis settings. That background informs their trauma-aware and neurodivergent-affirming perspective.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
The clinician is a licensed mental health counselor, NY LMHC, based in New York. No other credentials are listed.
In which languages are sessions offered and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or in-person formats are available.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button on the site, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process starts the intake and lets you confirm formats and fit.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.