Therapist, APC, MS, NC

About Kirah Gayle

Hi, I’m so glad you’re here.

Reaching out for support can be one of the hardest steps, and the most powerful one. I know this, not just as a therapist, but as someone who’s been on the other side of the couch. My own journey through childhood trauma is what led me to seek therapy. It wasn’t an easy road, but it was one that helped me grow, heal, and ultimately, find my purpose in helping others do the same.

Counseling didn’t just call to me, it found me. And it’s become my passion, especially as a woman of color who understands how deeply representation matters in this space. We all deserve to see ourselves reflected in our support systems.

I specialize in working with adolescent girls, men, and women navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, toxic mother-daughter relationships, intimacy struggles, boundary setting, self-sabotaging behaviors, and learning to love and care for themselves. So often, we carry many roles, caretaker, friend, partner, student, professional, and in doing so, we forget to take care of the person at the center of it all: ourselves. You can’t pour from an empty cup, and therapy can be a space where you refill yours.

I’m passionate about helping people recognize their own strength and guide them toward a life that feels more balanced, authentic, and joyful. Healing isn’t always linear, and yes, it can be scary, but you don’t have to go through it alone.

My therapeutic approach is client-centered and holistic, with a foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe in the power of the mind-body connection and often incorporate mindfulness, affirmations, and manifestation work into sessions. I want you to feel seen, heard, and safe to show up exactly as you are. Together, we’ll work at your pace, uncover what’s been holding you back, and start building the life you’ve been craving.

I’ve had the honor of working with diverse communities, including individuals navigating substance use, incarceration, homelessness, living with HIV/AIDS, and those who identify as LGBTQ+. These experiences have reinforced my belief in meeting people where they are, with compassion, respect, and zero judgment.

Currently, I’m practicing under clinical supervision as I continue to grow and deepen my skills.