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Kelly Ayala(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)

Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy

Texas•Florida•North Carolina

Childhood trauma- Anxiety -Self-esteem-Mind-body connection-Adjustment difficulties & disorders-

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Accepting in-person & online

Out-of-network with insurances

$175

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Professional statement

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Kelly Ayala is a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Dallas, TX. Kelly works with individuals who want to heal, whether that’s from past experiences or current situations. Many of Kelly’s clients are searching for a greater sense of authenticity in their daily lives or ways to find the motivation to make changes. Kelly provides a calm, peaceful atmosphere where all feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and processing through their relationship with themselves.

With training in IFS, EMDR & Neuropsychotherapy, Kelly brings together elements of cognitive science, brain chemistry, mindfulness, and the importance of the mind-body connection. In session, clients may practice relaxation techniques that help them get to know their inner world or talk about their childhood as ways to feel a greater sense of connection to their core. By placing awareness on what’s on the mind and what’s in the body, clients develop the mindset needed to tackle their mental health goals

Kelly earned her Master’s degree from Texas Wesleyan University. As a compassionate, involved therapist, Kelly values bringing her own authenticity into the sessions and hopes to empower her clients to be completely themselves not just in session - but also in their everyday lives.

Message to clients

Hey Gen Xers, Millenials and childfree adults. Has your challenging childhood got you burnning the candle form both ends? I can for sure relate. I've been in practice for 15 years and I'm ready to help you get back to feeling free to be yourself. Let's get to know your inner world using Internal Family Systems and EMDR therapy and shake that anxiety and self-doubt that holds you back.

Just like you had a family system growing up, each person with their own role and identity, so do you in in your inner world. We call them parts. Parts have their own roles and purpose and are working for our good. But sometimes these parts take on extreme roles (anxiety, fear, feeling overwhelmed) and disrupt our lives. So let's get to know these parts, build a relationship with them and offer them your support to live in greater harmony. This is IFS therapy.

I'm compassionate, relatable and genuinely curious about you and your story. I'm going to help you slow down and develop the skills to tune into yourself. Traditional therapy teaches you how to think, problem solve and apply a skill. Let's explore how to listen, understand and meet your own needs. How to be in relationhip with yourself and others. I believe you deserve a life designed by you and not your pain. I wish there were better words to describe this process but honestly, it's something you just have to experience for yourself.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 16 years

The Branch Counseling PLLC, Founder, 2016 - Present

TheraCare Las Colinas, Clinic Supervisor, 2024 - Present

Southern Methodist University, Adjunct Instructor, 2017 - 2024

CCA North Texas, Therapist, 2011 - 2015

Sundance Behavioral Hospital, Program Therapist, 2009 - 2011

EMDR+IFS Protocol , EMDRIA Approved EMDR Training, 2024

EMDR Certified, EMDRIA Certified Therapist, 2024

IFS Trained , IFS Online Circle, 2024

EMDR Training Center, EMDRIA Approved EMDR Training, 2023

Dallas Yoga Center Advanced Yoga Teacher Training, RYT-300, 2022

LISPY School of Psychotherapeutic Yoga, RYT-200, 2019

International Association of Applied Neuroscience, Certified Member, 2018

Texas Wesleyan University, M.S. Marriage and Family Therapy, 2009

Licensure

Texas: 66255 - Florida: TPMC5567 - North Carolina: 20817

Languages

English

Specialties

Childhood trauma - Learning how traumatic events in childhood can translate into adulthood; processing through difficult memories with the goal of moving past the experience and lingering symptoms

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Mind-body connection - Practicing mindfulness to draw together how the body feels physically and how the mind feels mentally; healing both physically and mentally

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Treatment approaches

Neuropsychotherapy

Clientele

Adults (24+)

Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

In person in Dallas Texas and Virtually in Texas, North Carolina and Floriada

Insurance

Kelly Ayala is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.

Out-of-pocket fees

Individual sessions:$175 (50min)
Initial session:$200 (50min)
Wellness Session:$150 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

Super billing

Payment options

Credit Card

Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

Weekly
Monthly
Every other week
Every other month
Multiple times a week
As needed

Therapist's note

In Network with Aetna for telehelath sessions in Texas. Also offering superbills for all other therapy services.

Client testimonials

"This provider contacted me back in a very timely manner after I reached out for service."

- Zencare client • November 2023