Kayla Baron

Education and Background
Phillips Graduate University
– Master of Arts (M.A.) in Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy
University of California, Santa Barbara
– Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication
Work Experience & Specialization
• Teenagers, Young Adults and Adults
• Anxiety and Mood Disorders
• Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Addiction, Substance Abuse and Co-Occurring Disorders (Mental Health Disorders and Substance Abuse)
• Sexuality (LGBTQIA+)

More About
Kayla Baron has extensive experience working with multiculturally diverse individuals, families, and groups of all ages. Her clinical experiences include: Tarzana Treatment Center focused on teen rehabilitation, New Directions for Youth focused on diversion programs, and Co-Occurring
Disorders section of Phillips Graduate University, serving those with mental health issues and addiction. Kayla specializes working with teenagers, young adults and adults to work through the hardest parts of life, in a safe, welcoming environment.

Goals:
• Providing and Safe and Collaborative Environment to Promote Healing
• Strengthening Coping Skills
• Reduce Negative Effects of Trauma on Everyday Life
• Increasing Self Awareness of Behaviors, Emotions and Thoughts
• Stress Management
• Improved Mind-Body Connection

Orientation:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Trauma Informed Care
Family Systems
Client-Centered