Layla Hernandez, LPC, LMHC

Compassionate counselor for trauma and relationships

Trauma and abuse
Anxiety and depression
Military and first responder support

About Layla Hernandez

Layla Hernandez is a licensed mental health professional based in Colorado with 10 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of challenges including depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting difficulties, career transitions, OCD, ADHD, and the effects of physical or emotional trauma. She earned a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Regis University and holds professional credentials as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor and an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor, which indicate state licensure to provide mental health care.

Her clinical background includes work in both military and civilian settings and experience serving as a first responder for mental health crises, which informs her ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and high-stress situations. Layla emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in her work and avoids stigmatizing labels, focusing instead on understanding each person’s story and strengths.

She individualizes treatment by blending cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and rational-emotive approaches to help clients build coping skills, process past experiences, and pursue meaningful change. Layla aims to empower people to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life while tailoring the pace and focus of therapy to each client’s needs.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief DepressionCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaHoardingIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Layla Hernandez have?

Layla Hernandez has 10 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Layla Hernandez a licensed therapist?

Yes. Layla Hernandez holds the credentials LPC and LMHC. License details are CO LPC LPC.0013002 and WA LMHC LH61341698.

In which languages does Layla Hernandez provide therapy?

Layla Hernandez provides therapy in English.

Where is Layla Hernandez located?

Layla Hernandez is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Layla Hernandez as my therapist?

Clients can work with Layla Hernandez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Layla Hernandez work with international clients?

Yes, Layla Hernandez works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Layla Hernandez cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Layla Hernandez commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her work. CBT helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action while learning to accept difficult emotions, which can be especially useful for grief, trauma recovery, and major life changes. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills when clients need practical tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process; Layla collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy with Layla can be delivered by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for clients to access care from different locations, fit sessions into busy lives, and choose the format that best supports their ongoing work in therapy.

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