Dr. Reyna Aday
PhD, LMHC, LPC, CPC, NCC, CST, MCAP, CHt, CFMHT, RYT-500, EMDRIA-Approved Consultant
Hello, I'm Dr. Reyna Aday, a licensed psychotherapist across FL, NJ, TX, NM, and PA. I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Recognizing the uniqueness of each person's journey, I embrace a patient-centered approach grounded in empathy and collaboration. If you're feeling overwhelmed by life’s difficulties, understand that these experiences are part of a path we can walk together. My therapeutic work emphasizes not only emotional healing but also nervous system regulation and somatic experiencing, essential for profound recovery from trauma.
About Dr. Reyna Aday
Dr. Reyna Aday is a distinguished healthcare executive, licensed psychotherapist, and board-certified sex therapist with over a decade of transformative leadership in behavioral health and integrative wellness.
As Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Wholeistic Counseling Group, Dr. Aday has built and scaled an innovative multi-service behavioral health practice from inception, directing strategic planning, clinical operations, risk management, and quality-assurance initiatives while expanding access to trauma-informed, neuro-informed, and culturally responsive services across diverse populations.
Dr. Aday holds a Doctorate in Clinical Sexology with specialization in hypnosis from the International Institute of Clinical Sexology, a Master's of Science in Mental Health Counseling (Summa Cum Laude, 4.0 GPA) from Capella University, and a Bachelor's in Business Administration (Cum Laude) from American Intercontinental University.
She is currently developing two groundbreaking theoretical frameworks while conducting advanced research in specialized areas: Emotional Colonization (a revolutionary framework for understanding systematic psychological subjugation) and Decentering and Emotional Sovereignty (neuroscience-based approaches to psychological autonomy). Additionally, Dr. Aday is conducting cutting-edge research on Embodied Cognition in Trauma Work and the Perimenopause/Menopause-Trauma Intersection for forthcoming academic publications.
Clinical Focus
Trauma-Informed & Neuro-Informed Care
Sex Therapy & Sexual Health
Somatic & Integrative Practices
Dr. Aday specializes in complex trauma treatment, integrating EMDR, somatic therapies, and cutting-edge neuroscience research to foster nervous system regulation, resilience, and comprehensive PTSD interventions. As an EMDRIA Certified Therapist, she employs evidence-based approaches that address both psychological and physiological aspects of trauma recovery.
Board-certified in sex therapy, Dr. Aday provides specialized interventions for sexual trauma survivors, individuals experiencing vaginismus, and couples navigating sexual health challenges. Her expertise encompasses both clinical treatment and educational curriculum development for diverse populations.
As an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) and Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Dr. Aday leverages embodied modalities to support mind-body integration, self-regulation, and holistic healing. She is pioneering the integration of yoga therapy and massage therapy into clinical practice through her proprietary "8 Pillars of Wholeistic Healing" program.
Contributions, Affiliations, and Certifications
Academic Excellence & Theoretical Innovation
Academic Leadership & Professional Development
Dr. Aday's doctoral project, "Azucar! and Spice: A Culturally Sensitive, Trauma-Informed, Low-Literacy Sexual Health Curriculum for Adult Latinos age 65+," exemplifies her commitment to developing accessible, evidence-based interventions for underserved populations.
This groundbreaking curriculum bridges cultural competency, health literacy, and trauma-informed care to address critical gaps in sexual health education for older Latino adults.
Dr. Aday serves as clinical supervisor for approximately eight practicum and post-graduate interns annually from Florida International University and Nova Southeastern University, establishing her practice as an accredited teaching center. She provides guest lectures in sex therapy at FIU and develops continuing education curricula for mental health professionals. Her commitment to professional development extends to her role as Subject Matter Expert for the NBCC National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE).
Professional Affiliations & Certifications
Dr. Aday maintains licensure as a Mental Health Counselor/Professional Counselor across five states (Florida, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New Mexico, and Texas) and holds over 20 specialized certifications including National Certified Counselor (NCC), Board Certified Sex Therapist (CST), Masters Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator (CFMHE), and Health Literacy Certification from the Institute for Healthcare Advancement (2025).
Professional Memberships:
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EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
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National Board for Forensic Evaluators (NBFE)
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American Counseling Association (ACA)
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American Psychological Association (APA)
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American Mental Health Counseling Association
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Florida Mental Health Counseling Association (FMHCA)
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Yoga Alliance