Therapeutic Center for Anxiety and Trauma

Therapeutic Center for Anxiety and Trauma

2121 5th Avenue, Suite 214 San Diego, CA 92101

619-272-6858

Individual and Family Therapy

Now with 2 locations to serve you in San Diego county; Banker’s Hill and Escondido

Sometimes life throws us a curve-ball that we just didn't expect. Whatever the curve-ball is, either large or small, it is common to cause anxiety, even if it is something exciting. If your curve-ball is something that isn't so exciting, maybe you feel traumatized. This can happen for any situation that causes disruption to your daily routine, your thinking and ultimately your ability to function at your full potential. Whatever your anxiety or trauma is about, we can help! We are a team of therapists that work extensively with anxiety provoking issues. These could be about relationships, life events, or any negative experience that is holding you back. If you are struggling with moving past a traumatic incident, or finding it difficult to overcome anxiety of any sort, please contact us. We will have one of our experienced therapists contact you as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you!

 Kayla Yasuda, AMFT

Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
kayla@anxietytraumatherapy.com
619-272-6858 x703

Kayla is serving our Banker’s Hill location

“Your story matters, and you deserve to be heard. Whether you're an adult, child, adolescent, or teen, I am here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can navigate life's challenges at your own pace. Together, we will explore your core beliefs, relationships, past experiences, and internalized messages to uncover what may be getting in the way of living the life you envision.

I specialize in supporting individuals through grief, trauma, end-of-life transitions, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and other significant life changes. My therapeutic approach blends narrative therapy, humanistic principles, and collaborative processing. My goal is to empower you to embrace self-compassion, build confidence, and create lasting, transformative change. It is truly an honor to walk alongside you in this journey and to support you as we build the next chapter of your story.”

Specializations:

  • Grief and Loss

  • End-of-Life transitions and aging

  • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) trauma treatment

  • Generalized Anxiety

  • Self-esteem

  • Life transitions

  • Expressive Arts

  • Play Therapy

  • EMDR (Level 1 trained)

Education and Credentials:

  • MA in Marital and Family Therapy from Alliant International University, San Diego

  • BS in Psychology from University of California, San Diego

  • Trained in EMDR, level 1

License and Membership:

  • Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #AMFT150805

  • California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)

Supervised by Jennifer Costanza, LMFT#49250