Kayla Grogg Meador

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and approved LICSW clinical supervisor.

I have a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) and have completed a 40-hour Fellowship in Psychodynamic Therapy.

I am licensed to practice in West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina, and work with adults age 18+.

I am a psychodynamic therapist who integrates a variety of approaches, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, and Relational Theories.

At the heart of my work is providing a space for connection and support—where humor, transparency, and being human come first. I value honesty in the therapy room and believe meaningful change happens when clients feel both deeply understood and gently challenged.

I feel incredibly grateful to be in this field and find deep meaning in supporting people who have rarely had space created for them—people pleasers, emotional caretakers, overachievers, perfectionists, and those who have been made to feel small in their environments.

My hope is to make life a little less hard by providing a space to talk about it, and an opportunity to be understood.

Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, burnout, loneliness, overwhelm, or harsh self-talk like “I’m not enough” or “I always say the wrong things” — therapy can be beneficial for you.

My work tends to involve addressing the symptoms happening for you right now, while also uncovering past experiences that may have contributed to how you’re feeling.

I have a special interest in supporting clients navigating complex family dynamics and relationships, as well as women in all stages of life, including pre- and post-motherhood. As a combat veteran, I am especially passionate about working with military members, veterans, and those connected to military life. I also bring lived experience to my work with individuals managing adult ADHD diagnoses.

I work with many therapists, helping professionals, and high-functioning individuals who are used to being the strong one, the helper, or the person others rely on. In therapy, there is space to step out of that role, explore your own needs, and be supported without having to perform, fix, or hold everything together.

I also work with individuals healing from emotionally manipulative or high-control relationships, helping clients untangle self-doubt, reconnect with their inner voice, and feel grounded in their sense of self again.

I know that seeking help can be a daunting process. If you found yourself here, know that you’re not alone, and I would be glad to be a part of your story.

Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy time with my husband, my daughter, and our Doberman, Roman. My interests include working out, attending WVU Football games, listening to all genres of music, watching movies, and writing (I will write that book someday).