Compassionate Mental Health Care for All Ages

Guzman & Baker Behavioral Health Services provides compassionate, evidence-based online therapy and ADHD assessments for patients of all ages in Kansas, Missouri, and Colorado. Our highly trained clinicians focus on practical outcomes and accessible care, including individual, family, child and adolescent, trauma-informed, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused services.

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Kayla Howard

Kansas Missouri

Kayla Howard is a LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) who brings a compassionate, human-centered approach to her work, believing in showing up as a person first and a therapist second to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, supported, and understood. She values authenticity, empathy, and connection, while also taking a direct, honest approach that gently challenges clients and encourages accountability as an essential part of growth and healing. Kayla specializes in working with eating disorders—including anorexia, orthorexia, bulimia, and binge eating—as well as body dysmorphia and body image concerns, and she is passionate about helping clients build a more compassionate relationship with themselves. She also works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, supporting them in developing insight, resilience, and effective coping strategies. In addition, she supports clients navigating early adulthood transitions, personality disorders, and experiences of domestic violence. Using a client-centered and evidence-informed approach, Kayla meets clients where they are while fostering meaningful, lasting change. Kayla approaches therapy with warmth, authenticity, and honesty, creating a space where clients feel supported and challenged. She uses a strengths-based approach to help build self-esteem and a sense of self-worth, while working collaboratively to set goals and identify patterns. Kayla is direct and encourages accountability, balancing compassion with gentle, “tough-love” guidance. Sessions are flexible and tailored to each client, with a focus on creating a safe, supportive environment for growth and self-discovery. Kayla specializes in working with eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, and trauma, while also supporting clients navigating early adulthood transitions, personality disorders, domestic violence, and toxic relationship dynamics.

Why we're Different

We're committed to providing accessible, high-quality mental health care for children, adolescents and adults of all ages. Our therapists are specially trained to bring unconscious patterns into your conscious awareness. As you become aware of what was previously unconscious to you, we help you interrupt these patterns and relate to them with a sense of empowered agency. While active listening and empathy are essential, we recognize that meaningful and enduring change comes from challenging you to think and exist differently with feedback that is compassionate, honest, and actionable. One of the many things that sets us apart from most therapists is that we provide practical skills that allow you to take concrete action steps to overcome your mental health challenges and reach your goals.

Our Services

We are proud to offer a comprehensive suite of therapeutic services tailored to support you at every step of your mental health journey.

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Psychological Assessments
Safety Planning & Risk Assessment
Caregiver & Sibling Support

Insurance Accepted

We are in-network providers with the insurance carriers listed below. As a courtesy, Guzman & Baker Behavioral Health Services will verify your insurance benefits and provide an estimate of your out-of-pocket costs prior to your appointment. Please remember that it is ultimately your responsibility to understand your insurance coverage and any associated limitations. Self pay and sliding scale options are available.

Please note that not all clinicians are in network with all insurance carriers.

What to expect when starting therapy

Starting therapy for the first time can feel uncertain. Here is what the process looks like at Guzman & Baker.

Schedule your first appointment

Submit your information through our online new patient request form. We will match you with a provider whose specialties align with your needs.

Complete intake paperwork

Before your first session, you will receive intake forms to complete electronically in the patient portal. These cover your history, current concerns, insurance, and payment information.

Attend your first session

Your first session is an intake appointment. Your therapist will ask questions to understand your background, your goals, and what brings you to therapy.

Develop a treatment plan

Together with your therapist, you will set goals and agree on a treatment approach. Most clients begin with weekly or biweekly sessions.

Continue and adjust

Therapy is a process. Your provider will regularly check in with you about your progress and adjust the plan as needed.

Our Therapy Team

Guzman & Baker Behavioral Health Services is a collective group of diverse mental health practitioners who share a common goal of expanding access and education for mental health care. Our collaborative model ensures that families receive evidence-based, culturally sensitive treatment tailored to each individuals unique needs. We bridge the gap between primary care and specialized mental health services, creating seamless pathways to healing for patients and their families. Our therapists are highly vetted, not only for their clinical acumen, but for who they are, and their unrelenting dedication to their own personal and professional growth.

Trusted Community Partners

Healing doesn't happen in a vacuum. At Guzman & Baker, we are proud to be part of a vibrant network of organizations dedicated to the well-being of our neighbors across Kansas, Missouri, and Colorado. We partner with local providers and health organizations to ensure our clients have access to a seamless, holistic network of support. We’ve built these relationships based on shared values of integrity and care, highlighting businesses we trust to uphold the same standards of excellence and empathy that we provide at our practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

We know that navigating mental health care can bring up a lot of questions. To help you get started, we have answered the most frequent inquiries below in our FAQs. For more detailed information on our policies, billing, and telehealth platform, please explore our Full Knowledge Base.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Your mental health matters. Let us help you find the support you need. Request an appointment today and start your journey toward wellness.