Welcome!
I specialize in treating:
OCD and related disorders.
Panic and Anxiety Disorders.
Eating Disorders including ARFID.
Body Focused Repetitive Disorders like skin picking, hair pulling, etc.
Life Transitions.
Commonly Used Interventions:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Habit Reversal Training
Behavioral Activation
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Strength-based approaches
My Approach
About Me
Hi! My name is Kayla. I was born and raised in Wisconsin and love most things about it (though the icy winters still aren’t my favorite). I earned my undergraduate degree from Carroll University and my master’s in Community Counseling from UW–Whitewater.
I found my way into becoming a therapist somewhat by accident after taking a job at a local behavioral health hospital—and quickly discovered how much I love helping people navigate life’s challenges. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I’m grateful for the opportunity to keep learning and growing alongside my clients.
When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me baking, cooking, or spending time outdoors with my dogs and my sons.
FAQs
What is therapy?
Therapy is a supportive space where we work together to understand challenges, uncover your strengths, and build practical tools for lasting change. It’s about moving forward with confidence, at a pace that feels right for you and fits your current life/situation.
Who can benefit?
Therapy can help anyone feeling stuck, stressed, or in transition find guidance, support, and practical tools for change.
How long are the sessions?
Sessions typically last about 45-60 minutes.
What issues do you address?
Individual Therapy
Most sessions are one-on-one and focus on concerns like OCD, anxiety, panic, BFRBs, eating disorders, and ARFID. We use practical tools from CBT, ERP, DBT, ACT, and other approaches to help you move toward your goals.
Parent, Family, Caregiver, and Couples Therapist
Sometimes it helps to have a partner, parent, or other loved one involved. They may join part of a session, an occasional session, or possibly scheduling regular sessions together, depending on what will be most helpful. We focus on helping loved ones understand the symptoms, improving communication and collaboration, and learn how to support recovery without unintentionally reinforcing the problem.
Not Traditional Couples or Family Therapy
Couples and family work at KHK Counseling is specifically focused on the impact of mental health concerns and can be provided alongside individual therapy or as its own service. The goal is to help everyone better understand what is happening, work collaboratively, and build healthier ways of relating while navigating the mental health concern together.
What are the costs?
I am currently in network with the following insurance companies:
Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Ascension (SmartHealth)
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Quest Behavioral Health
United Health Care
Optum
Oscar
Oxford
ComPsych EAP
Private Pay:
Individual Sessions: $130
Family/Couple Sessions: $150
Do you have additional questions?
Please reach out for a free consultation to get those answers.
What do you mean you work with families and couples?
My career began supporting individuals in overcoming the challenges of anxiety, panic, OCD, and body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs). This work continues to be at the heart of my practice with my approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Over time, I expanded my work to include eating disorders, with a special interest in supporting clients experiencing both anxiety and eating-related concerns, including areas where these challenges overlap, such as ARFID.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. While CBT and ERP remain the foundation of my work, I also incorporate strategies from DBT and ACT to help clients navigate day-to-day challenges, build coping skills, and take meaningful steps toward their goals.
Get in touch
Contacts
By Phone (call or text): 262.208.5278
Email: kayla@khkcounseling.com
If you ever feel unsafe or are in need of immediate support, please call your local emergency number (911), go to the nearest emergency room, or contact a crisis hotline like 988 or your local county crisis support. While I can support you in therapy, I do not provide emergency care — and you deserve someone who can be there for you right away.