S P E C I A L I T I E S
Things I work with especially well.
Mood Dysfunction
depression
anxiety
phobias
compulsions
bipolar
borderline
suicidality
explosiveness
impulsivity
panic attacks
intrusive thoughts
Relationships
couples conflict
family conflict
polyamory parenting
boundaries
communication
divorce/ breakup
intimacy issues
codependency
trust building
sexual desire
grief and loss
LGTBQ+
couples therapy
sexual identity
queer culture
coming out
gender identity
gender transition
gender dyshporia
gender roles
polyamory
monogamy
fluidity
Adult Giftedness
cynicism
overthinking
perfectionism
multipotentiality
under-achievement
dissatisfaction
isolation
chronic boredom
sensitivity (HSP)
over-excitability
Life Coaching
self actualization
overcome failure
build confidence
accountability
career planning
goodness of fit
setting goals
stay on course
maintain success
A V A I L A B I L I T Y
I offer a wide range of options, including evening and remote sessions (Skype, Facetime, etc.). If you have a special scheduling need, please contact me to see if I can accommodate you.
OFFICE > HOURS
By appointment only. Please contact me so I can work with you to find a good time to meet up.
C O S T S
SESSION FEES ARE $0/HOUR
INSURANCE IS NOT ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME. BUT...
SLIDING SCALE OPTION
If you are unable to pay the full session fee, you may qualify to pay a reduced rate between $60-$100 per hour (first session is $100). Special rates available for graduate students studying mental health work and mental health professionals, and Open Path members. Please contact me for more details.
All payments are out of pocket so you do not need insurance or a diagnosis to get treatment or support. Receipts are available for personal filing and reimbursement purposes. Fees for services related to mental health legal support (i.e., letters, court appearances, etc.) are $200/hour.
T E S T I M O N I E S
Real clients talking about his/her therapy experience with me.
"I recommend LaVelda as much as possible! I have been seeing her for about 3 years now and it has been one of the best decisions of my life. From the very first visit I felt comfortable. LaVelda has a way of using her sense of humor and her empathy to make walls come down and make you feel at ease. She has helped me find useful tools and helped me set healthy boundaries for anything from my first year teaching to my first real heartbreak. I have discovered the importance of self-care! TY, L." <<<<A.M.
"I found Lavelda Naylor by pure accident and without knowing who I was, she was able to work with me on the fee. She is firmly dedicated to the welfare of her clients; when my situation was dire, she went out of her way to assist me and never charged an additional dime for the extra help. I can't rate her 5 stars because that is too few. " <<<<H.G.
"My work with LaVelda is the single best thing I do for myself (and for my relationships). Our work together is effort-full, productive, and thanks to it, I know now that growth is wonderfully possible. She is both inspired and inspiring & she's also compassionate and warm. I've seen her for four years now and am still in awe regularly at how fantastic she is at her work. I didn't know therapy could be like that! I'm beyond glad I found her & I recommend her every chance I get." <<<<M.J.P.
T R E A T M E N T
In case you were wondering, you have options.
individual therapy
This modality focuses on the issues that a single client of any age brings to treatment: From chronic difficulties to challenging life events, even to just needing a listener - someone who doesn't judge and who can help generate new perspectives. Good candidates include just about anyone feeling stuck and unsatisfied with life, but examples are those struggling with a diagnosis, experiencing a life change, grief/loss, mood difficulties, etc.
couples therapy
This modality focuses on issues that occur between intimately connected persons. Issues range from poor communication to infidelity. Symptoms are identified within relationship characteristics, not an individual. Good candidates are couples who have more negative than positive interaction, trust issues, relationship stress or dissatisfaction, escalating conflict, poor communication, withdrawal from each other, separation talks, etc.
family therapy
This modality focuses on the issues within a family system - members of our primary support group. Issues in families range from parental concerns, to life cycle changes, to family conflict. Symptoms are identified within the context of the family and treatment focuses on addressing family functioning as a whole, instead of on a single person and that person's issues. Good candidates include families with a high degree of conflict, regular/repetitive stress, ongoing developmental or health issues, families experiencing change, divorce, struggling with diagnosis , etc.
group therapy
This modality focuses on a singular, common issue and works off of the relational dynamics between people. Coping and interpersonal functioning can be improved by participating in such a group; through the sharing of struggles and common goals, group members share ideas and develop a sense of cohesiveness, often realizing they are not alone, which creates feelings of universality and renewed connection to humanity.
Apply here for Gifted Adult group.
R E F E R R A L S
I love referrals and am happy to send you some business cards. Alternately, you can print a handout below.
S O C I A L > M E D I A
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