A grounded space for those carrying more than they show.

Hi, I’m Kayla Tsongas (she/her), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychodynamic therapist. I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, and transitions, and with parents raising kids who are neurodivergent, intense, or beautifully complex.

I create spaces where clients can slow down, feel deeply seen, and make meaningful change at a pace that feels safe.

My Approach

I draw from psychodynamic, attachment-focused, and trauma-informed models. My work is relational, deeply attuned, and always personalized. Whether we’re exploring early wounds, managing emotional dysregulation, or developing strategies for parenting or daily life - therapy with me is collaborative and grounding.

Training & Background

• LCSW in CA

• MSW from USC with a focus on Play Therapy and Intimate Partner Violence

• Training: Psychodynamic Therapy, DIR/Floortime, Play Therapy, Reflective Practice and NeuroRelational Framework Informed

• Supervised in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy by Dr. Michelle Harwell

• Clinical work in community mental health, foster care, and private practice

A Little About Me

I believe in the power of the mind–body connection and can often be found in a Pilates class or tending to my beloved houseplants. I’m a lover of slow meals, good conversation, and my very fluffy dog who joined me during the early pandemic.