Love yourself heal your life
Professional counseling for personal growth and healing.
Professional counseling for personal growth and healing.
I offer individual counseling services that are designed to help individuals overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals. Living and working in the Bay Area, many of my clients are highly successful and driven professionals /parents who have often based their self worth on their accomplishments and have come to find that the use of fear and negative self talk to achieve their goals has led to problematic relationships with anxiety, stress, burn out and/or depression. I help individuals learn to lead with love rather than fear by helping them cultivate the necessary self confidence, self compassion, and capacity to self regulate to begin living a life that is based on what is truly most important to them.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, depleted, or stuck — whether from the demands of work, personal challenges, or both. Together we create space to slow down, reflect, and move toward a healthier, more sustainable way of living.
Many of my clients come from the tech world, where long hours, constant change, and high expectations are the norm. I also work with professionals across industries — from medicine and law to education, business, and the arts — who face similar challenges with stress, performance pressure, and burnout.
Career shifts, relationship changes, or simply reaching a point where “pushing through” no longer works — these moments can be overwhelming. Therapy can provide clarity, support, and tools to navigate change with more balance and confidence.
Adolescent counseling services are designed to help young people overcome a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and more. I use evidence-based techniques to help teens develop coping skills, improve confidence and achieve greater success in school and other areas of life.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel big, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Reaching out is simply a way to see if this feels like the right fit for you.
What to Expect
• We’ll begin with a brief consultation (by phone or video).
• You can share a little about what you’re looking for.
• I’ll answer any questions you have about how I work.
• Together, we’ll decide whether it feels right to move forward.
Sessions are 55 minutes and can take place online or in person in San Francisco.
If you’re ready to explore the possibility of working together, I invite you to reach out.
With 18 years of experience, I am a dedicated psychotherapist committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I earned both my undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, where I developed a strong foundation in mental health and clinical practice. I genuinely love being a therapist and am passionate about my career, considering it a true gift to support and guide my clients on their journey toward well-being. My approach is compassionate, attentive, and grounded in extensive experience to foster meaningful growth and positive change.
Please reach us at laynelcsw@gmaill.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
I do not bill insurance directly. Many clients choose to pay out of pocket, and some are able to use their out-of-network benefits to seek reimbursement from their insurance provider. I can provide a monthly statement (called a superbill) if you’d like to submit claims on your own. I do however contract with Lyra and if your employer offers Lyra as a benefit you may use your Lyra sessions.
Each session is 50-55 minutes. This allows enough time to go deeper into what’s happening for you, while also keeping therapy consistent and focused.
Yes — I offer secure teletherapy sessions, and many of my clients prefer meeting remotely. It provides flexibility, privacy, and comfort, especially for busy professionals. I currently see clients located in California and, soon, Montana.
I often work with professionals in high-pressure careers, including those in tech. I also work with people from many other fields who are experiencing stress, depression, burnout, or major life transitions.
Each individual session is $250
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel big, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Reaching out is simply a way to see if this feels like the right fit for you.
What to Expect
• We’ll begin with a brief consultation (by phone or video).
• You can share a little about what you’re looking for.
• I’ll answer any questions you have about how I work.
• Together, we’ll decide whether it feels right to move forward.
If you’re ready to explore the possibility of working together, I invite you to reach out.
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