About Me
Life is difficult and while having friends and family to talk to is great, sometimes that is not enough. The therapeutic relationship is one of healing and hope. Facilitating that relationship is very important to me because I understand the value of working with someone who is not pushing their, usually, well-intentioned agenda onto your situation. Someone outside our problems who has no investment in how we handle those problems can offer limitless perspective and an abundance of compassion.
In addition to being a listening ear, therapists have so many resources and tools to help us as we navigate whatever challenges and changes life throws at us. This is the type of therapist I strive to be. Whether I am seeing individuals, couples, or families I am here to connect with you in a way that will empower you to live your life to the fullest.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and I am currently earning my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. I have four years of experience working in a treatment setting involving a multitude of mental health issues including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and trauma. I look forward to applying my experience and my education to my practice as a therapist.
McKayla is an Intern supervised by Megan Garza, LMFT. She will be available for telehealth services starting in April 2022 to see individuals, couples, children, and family for reduced rates for those needing lower fee services.
In addition to being a listening ear, therapists have so many resources and tools to help us as we navigate whatever challenges and changes life throws at us. This is the type of therapist I strive to be. Whether I am seeing individuals, couples, or families I am here to connect with you in a way that will empower you to live your life to the fullest.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and I am currently earning my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. I have four years of experience working in a treatment setting involving a multitude of mental health issues including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and trauma. I look forward to applying my experience and my education to my practice as a therapist.
McKayla is an Intern supervised by Megan Garza, LMFT. She will be available for telehealth services starting in April 2022 to see individuals, couples, children, and family for reduced rates for those needing lower fee services.
Treatment Philosophy
I have a systemic approach to therapy, meaning that I consider not just the individual but the systems they are a part of and how those systems may impact their well-being. This approach means not pathologizing behavior but rather seeking to understand the purpose of the behavior. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and other methods to understand these behaviors helps us replace maladaptive thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors with adaptive ones, with the goal being to live a healthy and happy life.
I strive for a shame-free environment where my clients are free to express themselves authentically and share who they are without fear of judgment or disappointment. My treatment philosophy is geared towards compassionately offering support, resources, and perspective, as you work through the things you feel are holding you back. My role as a therapist is not to be an absolute authority with a cookie-cutter prescription but more of a coach and teacher working alongside you.
I strive for a shame-free environment where my clients are free to express themselves authentically and share who they are without fear of judgment or disappointment. My treatment philosophy is geared towards compassionately offering support, resources, and perspective, as you work through the things you feel are holding you back. My role as a therapist is not to be an absolute authority with a cookie-cutter prescription but more of a coach and teacher working alongside you.
Education
Capella University, MA in Marriage and Family Therapy expected May 2023
Brigham Young University, BA in Psychology June 2018
Snow College, Associate of Arts in General Studies April 2016
Brigham Young University, BA in Psychology June 2018
Snow College, Associate of Arts in General Studies April 2016
Professional Experience
McCallum Place, Behavioral Health Technician 2019-2021
St. Louis Psychiatry Group, Administrative Assistant 2021-current
St. Louis Psychiatry Group, Administrative Assistant 2021-current
Publications
Kagie, M. (2018). Preventing eating disorders by promoting media literacy and rejecting harmful
dieting based mentalities. Intuition
dieting based mentalities. Intuition
Specialty Areas
Anxiety
Depression
Eating Disorders
Body Dysmorphia
Trauma
Depression
Eating Disorders
Body Dysmorphia
Trauma
