Kayla Rees MA, LMHC
(she/her)
I identify as white, cis-female, and queer.

Work as a therapist is a deeply personal endeavor for me, one that has touched my life personally and professionally in profound ways. I am committed to continuing my own growth through professional trainings and ongoing work in understanding the ways my identity and privilege impact the world around me.

Outside of therapy, you can find me painting, writing, or exploring a tarot deck in the parks of Olympia, or spending time with my partner and two delightfully wild children.

Professional Background
I earned my MA in Counseling Psychology at The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology, and my BA in Psychology at Taylor University. I have a background in emergency medical care, as well as several years experience working with families experiencing homelessness in Seattle. I came to love therapy through the different ways I have witnessed and experienced pain throughout my life, and the power of intervention and care that can follow when it is available. I completed an internship and worked for several years in community mental health with families, children, adolescents, and adults. During these years I received training in short-term therapies, mindfulness, Mental Health First Aid, and relational psychotherapy. Most recently, I have completed sex therapy training with the Northwest Institute on Intimacy as well as the Body Trust training with the Center for Body Trust.