Kimberly Sylla, LCSW
LCSW supporting stress and recovery
- 25 years experience
- Warm non-judgmental approach
- Video phone text therapy
About Kimberly Sylla
Kimberly Sylla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of clinical experience helping people manage a wide range of life challenges. As an LCSW she is trained and licensed to provide psychotherapy and clinical social work services. She earned a Master of Social Work degree from Temple University with a concentration in Direct Service and completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at La Salle University. She also holds a certification in advanced drug and alcohol counseling and graduated 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 vocational, educational, social, and family stressors. Her practice also addresses concerns such as grief, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, intimacy issues, and compassion fatigue. She draws on a broad clinical toolkit to tailor care to each person’s needs.
Her therapy style is warm, engaging, and non-judgmental, focused on meeting people where they are and building a therapeutic alliance grounded in trust and mutual respect. Kimberly uses an integrative approach that combines evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) alongside Ecological Systems Theory, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Informed Care to support practical change and emotional growth.
She welcomes the opportunity to join clients on their chosen path at a pace that fits their life and context. Outside of work she enjoys literature, travel, culture, and spending quality time with her son, and she looks forward to the possibility of working together.
Over the course of her career she has worked with individuals facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, psychosis, substance use disorders, and vocational, educational, social, and family stressors. Her practice also addresses concerns such as grief, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, intimacy issues, and compassion fatigue. She draws on a broad clinical toolkit to tailor care to each person’s needs.
Her therapy style is warm, engaging, and non-judgmental, focused on meeting people where they are and building a therapeutic alliance grounded in trust and mutual respect. Kimberly uses an integrative approach that combines evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) alongside Ecological Systems Theory, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Informed Care to support practical change and emotional growth.
She welcomes the opportunity to join clients on their chosen path at a pace that fits their life and context. Outside of work she enjoys literature, travel, culture, and spending quality time with her son, and she looks forward to the possibility of working together.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kimberly Sylla have?
Kimberly Sylla has 25 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Kimberly Sylla a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential. Her license details are PA LCSW CW021477 and CT LCSW 16103.
In which languages does Kimberly Sylla provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Kimberly Sylla located?
She is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Kimberly Sylla as my therapist?
You can work with Kimberly Sylla through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kimberly Sylla work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kimberly Sylla cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Kimberly uses therapeutic approaches that focus on practical skills and personal values to support meaningful change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and related concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility so people can take purposeful action even in the presence of difficult feelings. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the relationship by offering empathy, active listening, and non-judgmental support to help clients explore feelings and make their own decisions.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kimberly collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts interventions over time to find the best fit.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into work, family, and daily life and allow continued support when in-person visits are not possible. Working online with licensed professionals and therapists can provide consistent, accessible support while tailoring communication styles and session formats to what works best for the individual.