Kayla Bettis-Weber, LCSW, LAC, ACS
I am a mindfulness-based psychotherapist in clinical practice for almost two decades. I hope to create an experience of peace for clients within sessions, allowing their nervous system to settle so new, affirming beliefs and healing can integrate more easily.
My style is relational and attachment-oriented, pulling from psychodynamic theory. I also strongly ascribe to both behavioral and spiritual modalities that emphasize the importance of cultivating connection to Self, others, and the world around us. In addition, I am most passionate about “bottom-up” approaches, which emphasize the mind-body connection as it relates to somatic embodiment and polyvagal theory. I show up with curiosity and gentle inquiry to join in the process that unfolds when a safe container is created. I hold a lot of gratitude to be a witness to so many tender and courageous stories, believing my clients have been the most profound teachers.
I am credentialed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP II). I have provided individual and group psychotherapy in a variety of settings (inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment programs, outpatient clinics) before opening my own practice. This has included program development and implementation, helping to create evidenced-based, safe, and effective containers for clients and clinicians alike to do their best work. I am so grateful to have cultivated a truly rich set of clinical experiences, learning best from all the people I’ve had the absolute honor to work with. I’ve witnessed such incredible transformation! Beyond micro-level clinical work, I love supervising and providing consultation for clinicians as an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and facilitating organizational trainings or in-services. I also provide field practicum supervision for students and am an adjunct faculty within the Graduate School of Social Work at the University of Denver.
Beyond the Colorado licensing board’s requirements for continuing education, I engage in ongoing learning and support for this often difficult work through supervision with my own mentors, Brainspotting consultation groups, and as a member of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD). Finally, I am thrilled to be a part of a Social Work Professional Advisory Council. Our 10-member committee is compromised of social workers around the country to provide insights on trends in the field to enhance MSW curriculum development.