Kyla Leonard (they/them)

PhD, LP
Accepting Clients

Hi I'm Kyla! I am a psychologist in Minnesota specializing in rehabilitation (managing impact of disability/pain on mental health).

Psychologist in Minnesota

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Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family

About My Clients

I often work with disabled and queer people. Chronic pain, managing healthcare, and caregiving challenges are common concerns I talk about with folks. People often explore expansive identities with me (Who am I? How does disability/queerness/race/veteran status impact who I am and how others see me? How do I describe myself to other people?). When we start working together, we will become a collaborative team to understand your goals and reach them!

My Background and Approach

I approach my work with a humanistic perspective and emphasis on liberation. This approach means: 1. I have unconditional positive regard for you 2. I look for areas of strength and growth in each person 3. I work to understand each person within their unique cultural context 4. I emphasize the role of oppression, empowerment, and interconnectedness in healing

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am a white, genderqueer, bisexual, polyamorous, fat, spiritual person. I believe that all humans can and should be treated with dignity and care regardless of ability, race, skin color, sexuality, gender, immigration status, body size, age, nationality, etc. I actively work to break down my internalized colonialism to reduce the negative impact of colonialism on my work and on my communities. I enjoy activism and supporting causes for human rights.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Humanistic Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Trauma Therapy
  • Sex Therapy
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists Physical Disability Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Aging Concerns
  • Alzheimer's
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Insomnia
  • Intellectual Disability
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Physical Disability
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Sexual Problems
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Veterans/Military Service

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
PhD, LP, State of Minnesota · #LP7241
Years in practice
7 years
I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 7 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 210/session

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