Kimberly Sylla, LCSW

Kimberly Sylla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of experience. She focuses on practical help for people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, mood disorders, ADHD, and issues around self-esteem and parenting.

Her work is direct and down-to-earth. Sessions emphasize identifying what matters to the client and building small skills to manage day-to-day strain. She aims to make therapy approachable and nonjudgmental so people can talk through hard things at a comfortable pace.

Kimberly combines several ways of working rather than using only one method. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and client-centered principles to shape each session. That mix helps her tailor techniques to the problem someone brings, whether it is sleep disruption, substance use, or coping with life change.

Her background includes a Master of Social Work from Temple University and a Bachelor of Psychology from La Salle University. She also holds a certification in advanced drug and alcohol counseling and has long experience addressing trauma, substance concerns, and vocational or social stressors.

Clients can expect a collaborative relationship where goals are practical and progress is measured in everyday improvements. Outside of work she enjoys reading, travel, culture, and time with her son, and she also holds a law degree from Temple University's Beasley School of Law.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action toward them, even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings appear. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and homework; it often helps with mood, sleep, and worry. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for regulating strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for anger, relationship strain, and intense mood swings.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before, then suggest methods to try. Clients and therapist check in on progress and adjust techniques so the work fits real life.

Confirm the specific session formats available before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online work still uses the same therapeutic tools - values-based ACT exercises, CBT worksheets, and DBT skills coaching - so clients can practice strategies between meetings and apply them in day-to-day situations.