Kayla Fruetel, LPC, LMHC

Kayla Fruetel is a licensed counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and struggles with self-esteem. She also supports people coping with trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, addictions, bipolar challenges, and life transitions. Kayla speaks English and practices in Florida as an LPC, LMHC.

Her approach centers on listening first and following each person’s pace. She treats clients as the experts on their own lives, and she builds on existing strengths. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps and skills people can use between meetings.

Kayla draws on several therapy methods to match the needs of each person. She uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, offers tools for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Mindfulness and motivational strategies are added when they fit a person’s goals. Mindfulness helps slow down reacting and pay attention to the present. Motivational interviewing supports people who want to find or strengthen motivation for change.

People who choose Kayla can expect straightforward talk, concrete skills, and collaborative planning. She has eight years of professional experience and combines practical techniques with respect for each person’s story.

How these approaches translate to online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. Online sessions let the therapist and client talk through goals and build on strengths at a steady pace. This approach helps people who need a calm, respectful place to sort through stress and trauma.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is about spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. Online CBT often uses brief exercises and homework people can try between sessions to track progress and notice change.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, gives tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. Teaching these skills online can be practical for people who want step-by-step strategies to handle intense feelings and improve relationships.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Kayla will work with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences, and she will adjust the plan as needs change.

The original profile does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into workdays, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Others prefer longer sessions for deep work. Discuss scheduling and session length during the matching process to find what works best for daily life.