Kyla Moore, LCSW-C, LICSW

EXPERIENCE

I have genuinely enjoyed working closely with children and teens for over 30 years. I am a former elementary school teacher with several years of experience working in the Montgomery County Public School System and as a social worker for the Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program. Additionally, I was a social worker for Hawaii’s Department of Health in the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division. I have gained extensive knowledge of the difficulties and challenges that children, teens, and their families face today. I specialize in working with children and adolescents who are experiencing certain traumas, anxiety, depression, school struggles, and difficulties with social skills.

MY APPROACH

I have a compassionate, calm, easy-going style that creates an inviting environment for all. I use a holistic, strengths-based approach and strive for a genuine patient-therapist relationship where parent and child/teen are truly heard, understood, and encouraged. My goal is to help your child find and use their confidence to thrive in spite of tough times, using learned tools and strategies that are meaningful and make sense for them.  Therapeutic techniques used in my sessions include play therapy (including sand and art) CBT, ACT, and traditional psychotherapy.

EDUCATION

• BA in Developmental Psychology with a minor in Child Development – California State University, Chico (1993)
• Masters in Social Work – University of Hawaii, Manoa (1999)

Professional Affiliations

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