Kayla Ernst, LPC, SC | Psychotherapist

About Kayla Ernst

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

EMDR

Compassion Focused

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Dialectical (DBT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kayla Ernst

Hi there, I'm Kayla! My name is Kayla Casper, and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over four years. I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from SUNY Brockport and my Bachelor’s degree from Cazenovia College. My specialty is helping adults work through negative beliefs about themselves and process traumatic experiences. My goal as your therapist is to help YOU run the show—not your inner dialogue, your past, or your fears. My approach I specialize in IFS, guiding clients to reconnect with and nurture their wounded parts in a safe environment. By utilizing EMDR for trauma processing, I help clients reclaim their narratives and build resilience. I then incorporate ACT to assist clients in identifying core values and taking aligned actions for a more fulfilling, meaningful life journey. DBT skills are also used to support clients with stabilization, emotion regulation, and improving communication skills. My focus I have worked with children, teens, and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Through my comprehensive experience, I have learned that I work best with adults who have experienced trauma and those who struggle with anxiety, OCD, negative beliefs about themselves, and low self-esteem. My communication style I love creating a warm and safe environment for each client I meet with! I have an energetic and positive approach, using humor when appropriate, and always maintain empathy and compassion. My first session with you Our first session is used to begin building a trusting relationship, determine your needs and goals, and consider our approach!

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - South Carolina

Education and training

SUNY Brockport, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
Cazenovia College (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1538763065

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Kayla Ernst work with?

Kayla Ernst works with Rula Health - South Carolina.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kayla Ernst?

Kayla Ernst frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kayla Ernst on their profile.