About Jayla
Jayla Wells creates a calm, down-to-earth space for people who feel overwhelmed or stuck. She aims to make sessions feel warm and real so clients can relax, be honest, and take small steps forward. Jayla encourages gentleness and self-compassion while helping people notice their value and build healthier habits for daily life.
Her approach centers on steady pacing and practical support. Sessions can include talking through feelings, naming unhelpful patterns, and trying simple strategies to reduce stress and anxiety.
How Jayla works
Jayla pays attention to how guilt and shame show up and helps clients practice more self-love over time. Jayla brings three years of counseling experience to her work and holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential. She is based in Alabama and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Counseling and Psychological Studies with a concentration in biblical counseling.
That study informs how she blends clinical ideas with a client’s spiritual values when relevant. People come to Jayla for a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family challenges, and self-esteem issues. She uses down-to-earth language and a relaxed style so people can talk about hard things without feeling judged.
Sessions move at a client’s pace. Jayla focuses on small shifts that add up over time, helping people move from survival toward growth and clearer self-care.
What Jayla works with
The areas below are the ones Jayla selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | LPC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 3 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Alabama |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care
Jayla uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, doable changes. One common direction is working on thought patterns and coping skills to reduce anxiety and stress. This involves noticing unhelpful thoughts, trying alternative perspectives, and practicing small behavioral changes to feel less overwhelmed.Another strand emphasizes self-compassion and addressing guilt and shame. Sessions include exercises to build kinder self-talk, recognize strengths, and create routines that support self-care and healthier self-esteem.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jayla will help identify which techniques match a person’s needs, goals, and values, and she will adjust methods over time based on what works best in practice.
Online formats offer practical benefits for many people. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from wherever someone is. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is low or when speaking without video feels easier. Live chat and text-based messaging make it simple to check in between sessions or fit brief conversations into a busy day. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into real life.
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