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Mekayla Davila, LMHC
Staff Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Biography
Mekayla Davila is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has been practicing since 2018. She has extensive experience working with diverse populations and a wide range of mental health conditions. Mekayla earned both a Master of Arts (M.A.) and a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Mental Health Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. Her education and professional experience span the fields of psychology and criminal justice, reflecting a longstanding interest in the intersection of these disciplines.
In previous roles, Mekayla has worked mostly with children, adolescents, and adults of minority populations, with focuses on treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and other stressor-related disorders. Mekayla strongly believes that every therapeutic interaction is unique, so she uses an eclectic approach, with foundations in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy, to tailor treatment to the specific needs of each individual. Mekayla puts emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and finds importance in providing a safe and comforting environment for all.
Expertise and specialties
Education and training
- Teachers College Columbia University, MA