Kayla "Kai" Coca
Trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming counseling in New York
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About
Kayla "Kai" Coca is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in New York with 4 years of therapy experience, following many years of prior crisis work. Their work is grounded in a trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, and eclectic perspective, with care tailored to each client’s goals, needs, and lived circumstances.
Kayla approaches the therapy relationship with respect for the client’s expertise in their own story, emphasizing personal strengths and the capacities that can help in navigating difficult experiences. They aim to offer a supportive space where clients can clarify what they want to change, build skills and insight over time, and move through challenges at a pace that fits the client.
They also recognize that starting therapy can take real courage, and they strive to make the first steps feel approachable and collaborative.
Kayla approaches the therapy relationship with respect for the client’s expertise in their own story, emphasizing personal strengths and the capacities that can help in navigating difficult experiences. They aim to offer a supportive space where clients can clarify what they want to change, build skills and insight over time, and move through challenges at a pace that fits the client.
They also recognize that starting therapy can take real courage, and they strive to make the first steps feel approachable and collaborative.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 4
- Gender:
- Non-binary
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Coaching, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Attachment issues, Body image, Communication problems, Dissociation, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Gender dysphoria, Hearing impaired, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LMHC 016296
- NPI Number: 1821549650
- License: LMHC (New York)
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well Online
Kayla "Kai" Coca draws from approaches that can work effectively in an online setting while staying grounded in a trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, and client-centered lens.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. It often supports clients who want practical strategies for coping and changing patterns that feel stuck. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) builds skills for navigating intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships, with an emphasis on balancing acceptance and change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult internal experiences while taking steps toward what matters most, supporting values-based decision-making and psychological flexibility.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kayla collaborates with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then adjusts the work to fit the client’s needs and situation over time.
Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Sessions can happen through video calls or phone sessions, and support may be available through live chat or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to stay consistent, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and connect from a location that feels comfortable and accessible.
How much experience does Kayla "Kai" Coca have?
Kayla "Kai" Coca has 4 years of therapy experience.
Is Kayla "Kai" Coca a licensed therapist?
Yes. Kayla "Kai" Coca is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in New York. License: NY LMHC 016296.
In which languages does Kayla "Kai" Coca provide therapy?
Kayla "Kai" Coca provides therapy in English.
Where is Kayla "Kai" Coca located?
Kayla "Kai" Coca is located in New York.
How can I work with Kayla "Kai" Coca as my therapist?
Kayla "Kai" Coca can work with clients through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving you options for how you want to connect.
Does Kayla "Kai" Coca work with international clients?
No. Kayla "Kai" Coca does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kayla "Kai" Coca cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.