Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Transition, Self Esteem, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Mikayla
Makayla Deisler is a Licensed Social Worker with 2 years of experience as a therapist and 9 years of experience in the mental health field. Makayla specializes in oppositional defiant disorder, parenting support, school-related issues, and trauma and PTSD. She has worked extensively with children, adolescents, adults, and families using holistic and client-centered approaches to care.
Makayla earned her Master’s of Social Work from Indiana University and brings a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to her work. She uses techniques that include child therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family systems.
Makayla offers a supportive space to explore emotions, make sense of challenges, and learn practical coping strategies. Her compassionate style helps clients feel empowered at their own pace, reminding them they don’t have to carry it all alone.
"I believe life’s challenges are a shared human experience, and I approach each person with a holistic lens, honoring the individual within the context of their environment."
Get to know Mikayla
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I aim to create a space where individuals can show up as their authentic selves and work through their struggles in a way that feels true and meaningful to them.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work well with children and families.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Children and families
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
Life’s challenges are something we all face, and times of transition can often leave us feeling overwhelmed or disconnected. Starting therapy isn’t about having failed—it’s about caring for yourself and wanting to move forward, one step at a time.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Thriveworks provides a platform that everyone can reach.
What inspires you?
I’m grateful to support clients as they build new connections that foster growth and help them navigate beyond old patterns.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
A meaningful conversation grounded in genuine curiosity, tailored to your pace
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
Taking the time to get to know each other, reflecting on past therapy experiences, and fostering mutual understanding.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?
I take an open and flexible approach, recognizing that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I love to do puzzles, spend time with my family, travel and read.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Dedication/Perseverance
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 2 years
- Graduating institute
- Indiana University School of Social Work
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Social Work
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