Kayla Sykes Psy.D.

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Hi, I'm Dr. Kayla Sykes. I help anxious women stop people-pleasing, ask for what they need, and feel secure in love. Online across CA.

Clinical Psychologist in Lafayette, CA

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Services

  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

You're the one everyone leans on, but you rarely let anyone take care of you. I work with women who over-give, overthink, and quietly wonder if they're too much. Maybe you feel anxious in your relationship, dread dating, or say yes when you mean no and then resent it. Many of my clients are high achievers in demanding careers, often tech, or new moms figuring out who they are now. If you're tired of holding it all together, you're in the right place.

My Background and Approach

I'm a licensed psychologist (PSY32408) with a PsyD from Alliant International University and more than 10 years of experience working with women and young adults. I trained at the University of San Francisco's counseling center and now see clients throughout California via telehealth. My approach is attachment-based and relational, which means we'll look at where your patterns of people-pleasing and relationship anxiety come from, not just manage the symptoms. I also draw on CBT and compassion-focused tools when you want something practical to use during the week. I bring warmth, honesty, and humor to our sessions. I'll gently point it out when you start people-pleasing me, because therapy is one place you don't have to perform. I meet with clients weekly so we can go deeper instead of just checking in. The goal is for you to feel more like yourself: able to speak up, set boundaries without guilt, and let people in.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Attachment Theory Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety Women's Issues

Client Focus

Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals, Couples
Languages
English

Qualifications

License
Psy.D., State of California · #PSY32408
Education
Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University, San Francisco, CA
Additional credentials
Women’s Health Across the Lifespan, National Health Register, Specialized Training
Level 1 Training, Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
5 years

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

Location

Primary Location

Lafayette, CA
(415) 545-8516

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $250 - 250/session

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