Mikayla Clary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Light On Anxiety Treatment Specialist. Mikayla received a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Western Illinois University and a Master of Social work degree from Aurora University with a specialization in medical social work. She is the practice manager of Light on Anxiety’s north suburb locations: Wilmette, Highland Park, and Arlington Heights.
Mikayla has experience working with clients of all ages in a variety of settings, including inpatient and long-term care, and is trained in crisis management. She enjoys working with OCD, anxiety, skin picking, and mood disorders. Mikayla utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and mindfulness when working with her clients. Her therapeutic approach is strengths-based and enjoys meeting the client where they are at in their journey. Mikayla believes in working with clients collaboratively and allowing the clients to be a major part of their own success. She strives to assist clients in identifying and effectively working towards their goals while maintaining a warm and empathetic therapeutic environment. For therapy inquires, please email [email protected]
In her spare time you can find Mikayla reading, being outside/working out, binge watching the newest shows, or spending time with friends and family.