Cayla Smith
Iowa City Clinician
Mental Health Counselor, tLMFT
Meet Cayla
Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, Mount Mercy University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology: Long-Term Care Administration, University of Northern Iowa
Education
Clinical Specialties
Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Premarital & Marital Relationships, Parent/Child Relationships, Play Therapy and Child Development, Family Caregivers, Medical Family Therapy, Life Transitions, Aging-Related Issues, Grief/Loss
Cayla (she/her/hers) approaches the therapeutic process through a systemic and holistic lens and believes that the client is the expert in their own life. She leans into her personal values of authenticity, compassion, and connection to meet people where they are at in their journey of life. She places high value and commitment on the development of an authentic therapeutic relationship built on trust, safety and genuine curiosity and serves as a guide for clients throughout their journey of self-discovery, growth and healing. She strives to cultivate a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive and gender-affirming space where each client may feel seen, heard and valued. Cayla works collaboratively with the client to explore areas of attachment, strengths, values and resources to identify possibilities built upon hope for a brighter future. Cayla has served 10+ years in the healthcare industry prior to pursuing a career as a mental health professional which has provided her with valuable insight and experience in navigating many of life’s challenges throughout all facets of life. In her personal time, Cayla enjoys spending time with her husband, her daughter, and her two dogs. She also enjoys spending time in nature, drinking coffee, cooking, reading a good book, listening to Country music, and watching movies.
Biography
Iowa City Office Information
Address: 1700 1st Ave Ste 21, Iowa City, IA 52240
Office Phone: 319-800-5564
Iowa City Office Fax: 319-519-6335
Email: info@greencounselingservice.com