Dr. Kenya King
Florida psychologist offering evidence-informed assessment and therapy
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About
Dr. Kenya L. King, FL Psychologist PY10101, is a licensed psychologist based in Tampa, Florida. She holds a Doctorate and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and leads Aya Psychological and Wellness Services LLC. Over a 15 year career she has provided both individual and group therapy across clinical settings.
Her work has spanned community mental health, residential programs, and the Veterans Affairs Medical system. She trained under clinicians and researchers such as Dr. Thomas Ollendick and Dr. Russell T. Jones, and has worked with clients across a broad age range, from four years old to 102, in rural and urban locations.
Clinical focus areas include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and family concerns, eating and sleeping issues, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and many related areas. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy and provides comprehensive psychological assessment for children and adults.
Dr. King emphasizes evidence based treatments while treating clients as whole persons. She aims to build a collaborative therapeutic alliance by attending to interpersonal style, culture, beliefs, strengths, and skills, and integrates cognitive, interpersonal, psychodynamic, humanistic, motivational, supportive, and multicultural elements as appropriate.
Her work has spanned community mental health, residential programs, and the Veterans Affairs Medical system. She trained under clinicians and researchers such as Dr. Thomas Ollendick and Dr. Russell T. Jones, and has worked with clients across a broad age range, from four years old to 102, in rural and urban locations.
Clinical focus areas include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and family concerns, eating and sleeping issues, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and many related areas. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy and provides comprehensive psychological assessment for children and adults.
Dr. King emphasizes evidence based treatments while treating clients as whole persons. She aims to build a collaborative therapeutic alliance by attending to interpersonal style, culture, beliefs, strengths, and skills, and integrates cognitive, interpersonal, psychodynamic, humanistic, motivational, supportive, and multicultural elements as appropriate.
- Location:
- Florida, United States
- Years Experience:
- 15
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression, Coaching
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: FL Psychologist PY10101
- NPI Number: 1962980292
- License: Psychologist (Florida)
Remote care grounded in cognitive and relational approaches
Dr. King provides remote sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. In online work she draws on several clinical approaches to match methods to a client’s goals and circumstances.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and build concrete coping skills. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy emphasizes clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action even when difficult emotions are present. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationship patterns and how early and current bonds shape emotional responses and interpersonal behavior.
Clients who prefer collaborative planning and skills practice may find a good fit with this approach mix. Dr. King attends to each person’s interpersonal style, culture, beliefs, strengths, and skills and incorporates cognitive, interpersonal, psychodynamic, humanistic, motivational, supportive, and multicultural elements as appropriate. Remote options include video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to support ongoing therapeutic work.
What is Dr. King’s professional background?
She has 15 years of clinical experience, with work in community mental health, residential settings, and the Veterans Affairs Medical system.
What credentials and license does she hold?
Dr. King is a licensed psychologist in Florida under credential FL Psychologist PY10101.
Which languages does she speak?
The profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is Dr. King located?
She is based in Tampa, Florida and practices under Aya Psychological and Wellness Services LLC.
How can clients work with Dr. King remotely?
Remote communication options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does she accept clients from other countries?
No. The profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Dr. King?
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