Kayla Blotner, LMSW
Kayla Blotner, LMSW, is a compassionate Licensed Master Social Worker dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and young adults in navigating social, academic, and emotional challenges. She began her professional career in social work in April 2024 after earning her Master’s in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey, following a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a concentration in Human Services from SUNY Oneonta. In addition to her clinical work at multiple private practices, Kayla is an active member of Insightful Paths, where she collaborates with peers to explore innovative approaches in mental health and behavioral therapy.
Her clinical expertise centers on play therapy and art therapy, addressing a variety of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and autism. Kayla employs a collaborative, client-centered approach, helping clients build practical skills and empowering them to achieve personal growth. Her work spans both in-person and virtual therapy, allowing her to reach a broad range of clients while creating meaningful, supportive connections.
Looking forward, Kayla aims to obtain her clinical license and pursue a PhD, with the goal of becoming an adjunct professor while continuing to practice in private settings. Through her involvement with Insightful Paths and her hands-on clinical experience, she combines innovation, compassion, and evidence-based practices to provide impactful mental health care for young people and their families.
• Ramapo College of New Jersey – MSW
• LMSW
• Youth Mental Health First Aid Certificate
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Play Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Mental Health Conditions
- Age Focus
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I enjoy most about my work is getting to help all these people. It's not just your average office job where you're sitting behind a computer - I get to talk to people all day long, listen to their problems, and help them. Just watching them make all the progress is very rewarding. I've always been somebody who wants to help other people, even as a kid, so it's just so strongly engraved in my nature. Between that and being a very friendly, outgoing person, I'm able to build rapport with clients pretty quickly. I don't just tell them what to do - I like to help them help themselves and give them all the tools that they need. We're able to really work together to help them, and that's what makes it so fulfilling.