Clarita Requena-Layton , LPC

Clarita Requena-Layton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alaska who supports people facing addictions, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and depression. She centers her work on the understanding that each person is the expert of their own story, and she partners with clients to identify strengths that can be used to navigate difficult moments and foster lasting change.

Drawing on evidence-based therapeutic techniques, Clarita focuses on practical strategies and compassionate guidance to help clients build coping skills, improve communication, and process painful experiences. She emphasizes the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life and aims to empower clients through respectful, goal-focused collaboration. Clarita is committed to helping people take the first steps toward healing and growth, offering steady support as they pursue healthier, more satisfying ways of living.

Evidence-based approaches and online access

Clarita Requena-Layton uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the needs of each person. One focus is skills-based work for addictions and coping - practical strategies that help manage cravings, reduce impulsivity, and build healthier routines. Another focus is approaches for addressing trauma and abuse that emphasize processing difficult experiences and developing tools for emotional regulation and resilience. She also incorporates interventions to improve relationship and communication problems, helping clients strengthen boundaries, repair connections, and express needs more clearly.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Clarita works collaboratively with clients to determine which techniques fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She guides clients in trying methods, evaluating progress, and adjusting plans as needed so treatment stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals without travel, allowing clients to receive consistent support and practical care from wherever they are located.