Kayla Duncan, M.S., RMHCI, MT-BC

01/14/2026

Progress Doesn’t Have to Be Loud

Growth can look like getting out of bed, setting one boundary, or asking for help. It doesn’t have to be dramatic to be meaningful. Small steps still count! And they add up over time. 🩵🐘

Find support to meet you where you are, or schedule a visit online at elliementalhealth.com.

01/13/2026

The version of you that feels stronger, more confident, and at peace?

➡️ They’ve been there all along. Therapy helps us uncover those parts of ourselves, break through what’s been holding us back, and grow into who we want to be.

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01/13/2026

A lot of people think about therapy long before they ever reach out, and often what stops them is not knowing what it’s actually like.

Therapy isn’t about being analyzed, fixed, or told what to do. It’s about having a safe, supportive space to understand yourself better and feel more at ease in your life.

If you’ve been curious but unsure what to expect, you’re not alone. You don’t have to have it all figured out before reaching out 🤍

01/06/2026

A lot of people expect their anxiety to fade once the holidays end, but for many, January is when it becomes more noticeable.

If you’re seeing yourself in these signs, you’re not broken and you’re not failing at “coping.” Your system is likely just tired of being on high alert.

Therapy can help you understand what your anxiety is doing, calm your nervous system, and feel more like yourself again. 🤍

12/29/2025

New year, new goals — but let’s make them ones that actually support your nervous system. 🤍

Most resolutions fail not because you lack discipline, but because they’re too vague, too big, or disconnected from real life. SMART goals help turn intentions into doable, sustainable change.

Small steps done consistently create more safety and capacity than big promises we can’t keep.

If you want support creating goals that fit your life (not someone else’s), therapy can help.
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What’s one small goal you’re setting this year?

12/27/2025

From all of us here at Ellie, we hope that this season brings peace, joy, and time with loved ones.


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12/19/2025

The holidays can bring joy, but they can also bring anxiety, stress, and overwhelm. If this season feels heavier or more activating than expected, you’re not alone. Move at your own pace, take breaks when you need to, and remember that caring for your mental health matters🎄

12/16/2025

✨Hi, I’m Kayla!✨

I’m a board-certified music therapist and counselor at Ellie Mental Health – Riverside. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and I believe therapy should feel supportive, flexible, and human.

While I’m trained in music therapy, sessions don’t have to include music—many clients prefer talk therapy, and others bring music in when it feels helpful.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but even exploring your options is a meaningful first step. If you’re curious about getting started, scheduling and billing are handled through Ellie Mental Health – Riverside via phone or their website.

I’m glad you’re here. 💛

12/16/2025