Kayla Schuster

MS, LCPC
Accepting Clients

Through a collaborative and personalized approach, I offer a holistic perspective that reconnects the mind and body.

Therapist in Frederick, MD

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

The therapeutic relationship, built on trust and understanding, is an essential component to therapy, and I strive to bring warmth, encouragement, and humor into our collaboration. I work with individuals struggling with eating disorders and body image issues, anxiety, depression, trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and related issues.

My Background and Approach

Although there is no one-size fits all approach to therapy, I incorporate trauma-informed approaches and treatments – such as EMDR. Additionally, I use theoretical orientations like internal family systems, psychodynamic, person-centered, existential, and experiential models, and I often draw from cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a Master of Science in Health Service Administration, and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition. My education and professional experience in mental health, health care, and nutrition offer a depth and breadth of experience that enables me to view the whole person holistically.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Internal Family Systems Trauma Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Attachment Theory
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
  • Integrative Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Eating Disorders Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Insomnia
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Personality Disorders
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • CareFirst
  • Evernorth

At A Glance

  • Experience: 6 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $125 - 150/session

Info

Email Kayla
15 North Court Street
Frederick, MD 21701
82 West Washington Street
Suite 502
Hagerstown, MD 21740

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