Musings of an Intuitive Heart...

We are currently living in unprecedented times. I have been hearing people discussing the current state of the world in America as living in a "fractured reality”. The institutions that many people have looked to for reliance and safety are now crumbling. As we learn more and more about the abuse that has been happening in the highest positions of power in this country, it can be hard to put into words exactly what sort of emotional responses this elicits and the physical res

When we think of romance, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Flowers? Chocolate? Dating? Your first kiss? Holding hands? When we think of relationships, where does our mind take us? Romantic partnerships? Falling in love? Getting married? Having babies? Does any of this sound familiar? Yeah, it does for me too. This singular idea of what romance and relationships are “supposed” to look like has been carefully manufactured, wrapped in heteronormativity, and marketed t

“ Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship. ” -Brene Brown The experience of feeling seen, heard, and valued often signal emotional safety and comfort. It often provides an answer to a core attachment question in relationships: “Do I matter in this relationship?” Couples often consider relationship therapy for v

Kayla is a Sacramento-born clinician drawing from trauma-informed care, narrative therapy, strengths-based approaches, and somatic practices like Brainspotting. She strives to create a culturally responsive and inclusive space, to turn overwhelm into practical progress and empowerment.