What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
About Dr. Kayla Sivesind
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Existential
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Kayla Sivesind
Dr. Sivesind received her Master’s and PsyD degrees in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. She has worked with children, adolescents, college students and adults in a variety of settings including the Cook County court system, a Chicago college counseling center, a residential facility for formerly homeless veterans, a Veterans Affairs hospital and private practice.
Kayla practices in an integrative fashion, combining aspects of psychodynamic, relational, cognitive-behavioral and existential perspectives. She views therapy as a collaborative process and works with her clients to help create and maintain a safe space to explore and interact with one’s thoughts and feelings. She seeks to help her clients live fully and authentically and sees therapy as an opportunity to learn new ways of walking in the world that bring happiness and fulfillment. Kayla utilizes insight-oriented and present-focused techniques to help her clients work on long-term, as well as more immediate, relief of their symptoms.
While Kayla helps clients with many psychological and behavioral difficulties, including depression and anxiety, she specializes in working with grief and loss, guilt and shame, anger and trauma, including relational/developmental trauma, combat and military sexual trauma. Additionally, Kayla is trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) and Skills Training in Affect and Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR), evidence-based interventions proven effective in treating both chronic and single-incident trauma.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Kayla views therapy as a collaborative process and works with her clients to help create and maintain a safe space to explore and interact with one's thoughts and feelings. The process for new clients is to schedule an intake session through ZocDoc. Clients will then receive a confirmation email and instructions from our Client Care Coordinator . All further scheduling will be done directly through your therapist. Please note there is paperwork to be completed before your intake session (more information will be included on your confirmation email).
What is your typical process for working with clients?
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERAPY SESSIONS ARE CONDUCTED WEEKLY ON THE SAME DAY AND TIME. Clients will typically have 2 intake sessions in which the therapist will ask some questions about their presenting issue, upbringing, current living situation, support system, symptoms, and experiences across the lifespan. The therapist will then issue a diagnosis and set up a treatment plan for the client, which may involve weekly therapy sessions for a certain period of time.
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In-network insurances
Dr. Kayla Sivesind has 100+ in-network plans.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $180 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $160-180 for 50 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
More information on payments and coverage
For insurance clients: We bill your session until it has been processed by your insurance and charge the copay determined by your benefits. Payment may be collected between 1-3 weeks after each session, depending on your claim. Self-Pay clients: Payment is collected on the day or a day after your session.
All payment is charged to a card that we must have on file for you.
Office location
Dr. Kayla Sivesind, PsyD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Argosy University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- Argosy University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
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Overall rating
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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Kayla Sivesind?
Generally, Dr. Kayla Sivesind has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Sivesind's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Kayla Sivesind accepting new patients?
Dr. Kayla Sivesind generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Sivesind's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Kayla Sivesind accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Kayla Sivesind online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Sivesind using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Kayla Sivesind work with?
Dr. Kayla Sivesind works with Cira Center for Behavioral Health.
Where is Dr. Kayla Sivesind's office located?
Dr. Kayla Sivesind has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Dr. Sivesind's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kayla Sivesind?
Dr. Kayla Sivesind frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kayla Sivesind on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Kayla Sivesind speak?
Dr. Kayla Sivesind speaks English.