About Kaela

Kaela Vance is a licensed professional clinical counselor supervisor, speaker, and educator specializing in grief, trauma, and holistic mental health. With a foundation in clinical practice and a passion for deeper healing, Kaela is dedicated to expanding how individuals and professionals understand emotional wellness.

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Through her work, Kaela bridges the gap between clinical insight and real-world application—bringing nuanced, honest conversations about grief, trauma, and healing into spaces where they’re often overlooked or misunderstood.

A Voice for Deeper Healing

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Kaela’s approach is rooted in the belief that true healing goes beyond symptom management. While much of the mental health field focuses on coping strategies, her work explores the underlying emotional, physiological, and experiential factors that shape how we heal.

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She speaks and writes on topics including:

• Grief and loss across the lifespan

• Trauma and emotional regulation

• Functional and holistic mental health approaches

• Breaking stigma and redefining healing

• Supporting both clients and clinicians in sustainable wellness

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Her goal is to help audiences move beyond surface-level understanding and into meaningful, lasting change.

Clinical Background

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Kaela is the founder of Teal Saguaro Wellness, a mental health practice based in Ohio, where she provides therapy services and creates spaces for both clients and clinicians to grow.

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As a practicing clinician and supervisor, she brings real-world experience into every conversation—ensuring her teaching and speaking remain grounded, practical, and relevant.

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Speaking, Writing, and Media

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Kaela is the host of the weekly podcast livestream “Cultivating Calmness,” where she engages in conversations with mental health professionals and experts on topics impacting emotional and psychological well-being.

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She is available for:

• Conference speaking engagements

• Podcast interviews and media appearances

• Professional trainings and workshops

• Community and organizational events

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Her work is known for being both clinically informed and deeply relatable—meeting people where they are while challenging them to think differently about healing.

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A Personal Approach

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At the core of Kaela’s work is a simple belief: healing is not one-size-fits-all, and it deserves a deeper conversation.

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Whether working with clients, speaking to professionals, or engaging broader audiences, she brings authenticity, compassion, and clarity to topics that are often complex and deeply personal.

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Interested in booking Kaela for a speaking engagement, training, or collaboration? Contact Kaela >>>

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