Kayla Nelson
Psychologist | Clinical
181 MAIN ST HUNTINGTON NY, 11743About
Dr. Kayla Nelson is a psychologist practicing in Huntington, NY. Dr. Nelson specializes in the treatment of child and adolecsent mental health. Her practice works with families and treats all ages (children, teens, adults). As a psychologist, Dr. Nelson provides evaluation and treatment of various mental health disorders. Glacier Psychology Services works with clients through a variety of methods, including group, individual, couples, family and play therapy. Dr. Nelson provides her clients with a safe and supportive environment to explore what has brought them to therapy, while also providing feedback and tools along the way. You will work collaboratively with Dr. Nelson and the Glacier team to identify your specific goals and track your progress throughout treatment.
Dr. Nelson recieved her doctorate from California Lutheran University where she began her clinical training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Committment Therapy (ACT). She continues to use these approaches in her work with clients. She went on to get trainied in EMDR, which she utilizes in the treatment of trauma. Glacier Psychology Services is staffed with therapists who have diverse training experiences and backgrounds, allowing them to treat a diverse population with varying needs. Glacier's model is collaborative throughout. Clients will work closely with their therapists to establish goals and the therapsits will all work together to idenitfy best treatment protocols for each client.
Education and Training
California Lutheran University PsyD 2019
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Adjunct Psychology Professor Five Towns Community College 2021 - 2022
- Adjunct Psychology Professor Adelphi University 2021 - 2022
Professional Memberships
- Association for Psychological Science
- American Psychological Association
- New York State Psychological Accociation
Internships
- Casa Pacifica
Fellowships
- ANDRUS
Professional Society Memberships
- APA, APS, NYSPA
What do you attribute your success to?
- REQUEST CV
Areas of research
Nelson, K.; William, V.; Francis, M. & Springer, C. (2023). When Police Involved Interactions Become Deadly for People of Color: A Look at Police Training and Practices in the United States Versus Other Countries. Discussion at the New York State Psychological Association Annual Convention
Nelson, K.; William, V.; Francis, M. & Springer, C. (2022). Should Critical Race Theory Be Taught in Schools? Yay or Nay?. Discussion at the New York State Psychological Association Annual Convention
Nelson, K.; William, V.; Francis, M. & Springer, C. (2022). Supporting the Next Generation: Understanding the Intersection of Racism and Policing, Children and Adolescent Mental Health Outcomes, Police Officer Perceptions of Working With Diverse Populations, and a Path to Reform. Discussion at the Association for Psychological Science Annual Convention.
Nelson, K.; William, V. & Springer, C. (2021). A discussion exploring possible collaborations between police officers and mental health professionals. Discussion at the American Psychological Association Annual Convention.
Nelson, K.; William, V. & Springer, C. (2021). A discussion exploring possible collaborations between police officers and mental health professionals. Discussion at the New York State Psychological Association Annual Convention.
Nelson, K.N. (2013, August). Predictors of URICA scores and relapse rates in dually diagnosed patients. Poster presented at the American Psychological Association Annual Convention, Honolulu, HI.
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