Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #138544
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor #13666
Hey there! My name is Tyla! I am married and a mom of two adult kids, as well as a dog mom to three very awesome rescue dogs. I grew up locally in the San Fernando Valley and still reside here. I received my Bachelor’s degree in 2002 from USC in Dental Hygiene. I also hold a Master’s Degree in Psychology, with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University, which I received in 2022.
Although I am new to the therapy world, I have been working with a variety of people in personal, confidential settings for over 20 years, building trust and long-term relationships. I feel very passionate about empowering clients to become the best version of themselves. Whether you are a child, adolescent, young adult, adult, couple, or a family, I am here to create a supportive, non-judgmental, safe space to help you explore and understand your feelings and emotions, while growing your self-esteem, strengthen your resilience and building a healthy self-care routine.
I believe that Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach. I have a very integrated approach that utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative/Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
I know that therapy can be intimidating and scary, but I am here to try and break the stigma of therapy through constant conversation, empathy, and validation. I am excited to provide support on your journey toward healthier thoughts, behaviors, and coping skills.