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MaKayla Walker, LCSW, LICSW

MaKayla Walker - warm collaborative therapist
  • Anxiety and relationship support
  • Practical coping strategies
  • Strength-based collaborative care

About MaKayla Walker

MaKayla Walker is a licensed clinical social worker who supports individuals and couples facing anxiety, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. She blends a grounded, approachable manner with a collaborative stance, helping people feel seen while encouraging gentle growth and practical change.

Her work centers on identifying strengths and building tangible skills that make day-to-day life more manageable. MaKayla’s sessions emphasize real-world tools for coping, clearer communication in relationships, and steps toward greater self-confidence. She aims to create a therapeutic experience that balances empathy with constructive challenge so clients can move forward with increased clarity and resilience.

MaKayla holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW - LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. She brings clinical training and a supportive, down-to-earth approach to each person she works with.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessSelf-harmSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does MaKayla Walker have?

MaKayla Walker has 3 years of experience.

Is MaKayla Walker a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds these credentials: LCSW, LICSW. License details: IL LCSW 149.028642, MN LICSW 30760.

In which languages does MaKayla Walker provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is MaKayla Walker located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with MaKayla Walker as my therapist?

You can work with MaKayla Walker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does MaKayla Walker work with international clients?

MaKayla Walker does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with MaKayla Walker 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 Used in Online Care

MaKayla Walker commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing in her work. ACT focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking action toward what matters most, which can be useful for anxiety and life transitions. CBT helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with more balanced thoughts and practical behavior changes, often supporting work on depression, stress, and self-esteem. Motivational Interviewing is a client-centered approach that helps people explore their motivation for change and build confidence to take steps forward, especially helpful when someone feels stuck or ambivalent about making changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and MaKayla works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adapts techniques so the care aligns with what the client values and hopes to achieve.

Online therapy with MaKayla is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit busy schedules and life transitions. These options make it easier to access therapy from different locations and to choose the format that feels most comfortable, while maintaining regular contact with licensed professionals and therapists as part of ongoing care.

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