Kimberly Sylla , LCSW

Kimberly Sylla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of clinical experience supporting people across a wide range of ages and life circumstances. She holds a Master of Social Work from Temple University with a concentration in Direct Service and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from La Salle University. Kimberly also completed a certification in advanced drug and alcohol counseling and earned a law degree from the Beasley School of Law at Temple University in 2009.

Over the course of her career she has worked with individuals facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, psychosis, substance use disorders, and a variety of vocational, educational, social, and familial stressors. Her practice emphasizes an integrative, trauma-informed style that blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Ecological Systems Theory, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to meet each client where they are.

Known for a warm, engaging, and non-judgmental manner, Kimberly aims to highlight clients' strengths while building a therapeutic alliance grounded in trust and mutual respect. She approaches care collaboratively, adapting strategies to the client's pace, context, and goals. Outside of her clinical work she enjoys literature, travel, cultural experiences, and spending quality time with her son. She welcomes the opportunity to work with clients and support them as they move toward their chosen path.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Kimberly draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to shape online care. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and developing psychological flexibility - it supports people who want to move toward meaningful goals even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. CBT addresses unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns by teaching practical skills for managing anxiety, mood shifts, and everyday challenges. DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship skills, which can be especially useful for managing intense emotions and improving communication.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kimberly works collaboratively with each client to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, enabling clients to access care from home or other convenient locations. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and travel and to maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change.