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Layla Hernandez, LPC, LMHC

Experienced Colorado LPC and LMHC
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Relationship and family
  • Stress and anxiety

About Layla Hernandez

Layla Hernandez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Colorado. With 10 years of experience in the mental health field, she has worked with people facing a wide array of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, career transitions, obsessive compulsive disorder, and attention deficit concerns, as well as those recovering from physical trauma or emotional abuse.

She holds a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Regis University and has provided care in both military and civilian settings, serving as a therapist and as a first responder for mental health crises. Those experiences inform her understanding of diverse backgrounds and high-stress situations.

Layla emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in her work and avoids stigmatizing labels. Her clinical approach blends cognitive behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and rational-emotive methods, and she adapts conversation and treatment plans to fit each individual’s needs. She supports clients in taking the courageous steps toward greater well-being and personal growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCompassion 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 working in the mental health field.

Is Layla Hernandez a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LMHC - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. 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. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule their first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

A major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to fit regular care into busy schedules or to maintain continuity of support during life changes.

Licensed professionals provide online care, and clients may switch therapists at any time if a different fit is desired. For many people, working with a therapist remotely offers an effective and convenient route to support and growth.

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