Last edited 04/14/2026

Headshot of Kayla Nonhof Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Kayla Nonhof

She / Her / Hers

Accepting New Clients
Online in Wisconsin and California
Headshot of Kayla Nonhof Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanWhiteHeterosexual
Get To Know Me
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Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyLife transitionsStressTrauma
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyCareersWork StressSelf-EsteemAddictionDrug addiction & abuseLife coachingMedical Professionals' Mental HealthMen's healthPerformance anxietyPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Postpartum depressionPregnancy, perinatal, & postpartum issuesVeterans' issuesCoping SkillsAlcohol addiction & abusePeer RelationshipsSchool IssuesBurnout
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaAnthemBlue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Cross Blue Shield of TexasBlue ShieldCignaUMRUnitedHealthCare (UHC)Alliance HealthAll Savers InsuranceCarelon Behavioral HealthCurative Health InsuranceEvernorth Health ServicesFirst Choice HealthGovernment Employees Health AssociationHealthPartnersJohns Hopkins HealthcareMeritain HealthN/AOptumOscar HealthOxford Health PlansQuest Behavioral HealthUnitedHealthcareUnitedHealthcare Student ResourcesWisconsin Blue Shield
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
First Session:$175
Individual Therapy:$150
Professional Background
LicensureWisconsin, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 11325-123California, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW129042
Training/CertificationsTrauma Informed Care CertificateSubstance Abuse Counselor License
Education
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Master of Social Work, Social Work, 2020
Work HistoryMy background in therapy comes from working in a wide range of settings, especially with people navigating high-stress, complex situations. I spent several years as a crisis social worker, supporting individuals of all ages who were experiencing acute mental health crises. This included working closely with law enforcement, families, and community providers, and helping people through moments where safety, stability, and clear support were critical. That experience shaped how I show up today—calm, direct, and able to hold space even when things feel overwhelming. I’ve also worked with individuals living with severe and persistent mental health conditions, helping them build stability in their day-to-day lives. That work gave me a deep understanding of how mental health impacts everything—from routines and relationships to motivation and long-term goals—and how important it is to meet people with both compassion and practicality. In my role as a psychotherapist, I worked with children, teens, and adults across a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. This is where I really developed my approach to therapy—blending structure with flexibility, and focusing on helping clients not just talk about their experiences, but actually shift patterns and feel different in their day-to-day lives. More recently, I’ve worked within the VA system supporting veterans, including those navigating housing instability and substance use challenges. This has continued to deepen my work around trauma, resilience, and the connection between mental health and life circumstances. Across all of these experiences, one thing has stayed consistent: I’m drawn to helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like nothing has fully worked before. My work now brings all of that together—combining real-world experience, deeper therapeutic work, and a focus on meaningful, lasting change.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy. Kayla Nonhof, LCSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.