About
She specializes in relationship issues, stress, and anxiety, offering individual, couples, family, and group therapy for teens and adults. Mikayla's therapeutic approach is grounded in authenticity and culturally responsive, strengths-based care, drawing from Adlerian theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She incorporates mind-body practices and motivational interviewing to create a warm, collaborative, and client-centered space. Mikayla has a special interest in couples counseling, using evidence-based techniques like the Gottman Method to support couples in building trust, working through conflict, and strengthening their connection. She helps clients identify the root of their worry and develop personalized tools to ease racing thoughts, manage physical symptoms, and feel more in control day to day. Mikayla is certified in CPR, Psychological First Aid (PFA), and FEMA-ICS 100, and is currently pursuing her Master's in Counseling at Alder University. She earned her Bachelor's in Psychology at Aurora University. Mikayla is located in Naperville, IL, and can be reached at 630-281-2496 or through the Counseling Works website.
Insurance & payment
Mikayla accepts Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, Optum, and UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Individual Therapy
Mikayla offers individual therapy for teens and adults navigating relationship issues, anxiety, and stress management.
Couples Therapy
Mikayla specializes in couples counseling, using evidence-based techniques like the Gottman Method to support couples in building trust, working through conflict, and strengthening their connection.
Group Therapy
Mikayla offers group therapy for teens and adults, focusing on relationship issues, anxiety, and stress management.
Online Counseling/Telehealth
Mikayla offers online counseling and telehealth services for clients who prefer remote therapy sessions.