About
She specializes in working with adults, youth, young children, and their families to build strong emotional bonds that foster resilience, connection, and long-term well-being. Kayla's areas of expertise include anxiety, coping skills, depression, life coaching, and parenting, with a particular passion for supporting individuals and families with postpartum depression. She creates a safe and nurturing space for her clients, utilizing integrative modalities such as person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and emotion-focused therapy. Kayla's mission is to walk alongside her clients, helping them grow stronger, more connected, and more confident.
Insurance & payment
Kayla Cates accepts Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Medicaid, and Mountain Health CO-OP insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Medicaid
- Mountain Health CO-OP
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Person-Centered Therapy
Supports learning and emotional growth by focusing on the individual's unique experiences and perspectives.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to their mental health concerns.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Teaches individuals skills to manage emotions, tolerate distress, and improve relationships.
Emotion-Focused Therapy
Aims to help individuals understand and manage their emotions in a healthy and constructive way.
Life Coaching
Supports individuals in setting and achieving personal goals, developing coping skills, and improving overall well-being.
Parenting Support
Provides guidance and support to parents in developing strong emotional bonds with their children and promoting healthy family relationships.