Layla Hernandez , LPC, LMHC

Layla Hernandez is a licensed counselor based in Colorado who brings ten years of experience in mental health care. She holds the credentials LPC and LMHC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and earned a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Regis University. Over the course of her career she has supported people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting struggles, career transitions, OCD, ADHD, and experiences of physical trauma or emotional abuse.

She has worked in both military and civilian settings and has served as a first responder for mental health crises, which informs a practical, steady approach when people are facing high-stress situations. Layla believes everyone deserves to be heard and treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she resists stigmatizing labels while focusing on each person’s strengths.

Her therapeutic style blends cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and rational-emotive techniques, with treatment plans and conversations tailored to the individual’s needs and goals. She emphasizes collaborative work that empowers people to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life and offers support designed to foster lasting change.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions by encouraging committed steps toward what matters most.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and changing behaviors that maintain distress. It often helps with depression, anxiety, OCD, and problem-solving during career or relationship challenges.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and coping during crises.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Layla will work with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and will adapt methods over time to find the best fit. This process honors the client’s voice and focuses on practical, achievable steps.

Online therapy offers flexible options for connecting with licensed professionals, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to schedule sessions around daily responsibilities, access help from different locations, and maintain continuity of care when life changes occur.