We understand that trauma isn’t just about what happened — it’s about how those experiences continue to live in your body, your emotions, and your relationships.
You may notice that certain memories, sensations, or situations still trigger feelings of fear, shame, or overwhelm.
Healing from trauma takes time, care, and a sense of safety. You don’t have to face it alone. Our team of compassionate, trauma-informed therapists provide a supportive space to begin this healing process. We’ll move at your pace, helping you reconnect with your body’s wisdom, build internal resources, and rediscover your capacity for safety and empowerment.
Signs You May Be Living with the Effects of Trauma
Trauma can look different for everyone. You might be struggling with some of the following:
Feeling constantly on edge or easily startled
Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe in relationships
Flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive memories
Numbing out or disconnecting from your emotions and body
Feeling shame, guilt, or self-blame about the past
Anxiety, depression, or chronic tension
Challenges with sleep, concentration, or energy levels
These are common responses to trauma — not signs of weakness. They’re ways your system has learned to protect you. Therapy offers a space to gently unwind those protective patterns and create new pathways of safety and connection.
Our Approach to Trauma Counseling
We draw from evidence-based and somatic approaches that honor the whole person.
Our trauma therapy may include:
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): A structured approach that helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories and reduce their emotional charge.
Somatic Therapy: Focused on the mind-body connection, helping you listen to and release trauma stored in the body.
Trauma-Informed Talk Therapy: Gentle, collaborative conversations that help you make sense of your experiences and rebuild safety in relationships and daily life.
We work with young adults, professionals, and LGBTQIA+ individuals, offering a space that honors all aspects of your identity. Every session is guided by your needs and your readiness — you set the pace, and we walk with you each step of the way.
Trauma Therapy
Trauma therapy at Desert Lotus Counseling helps you move from surviving to truly living. Whether you’ve experienced a single traumatic event or long-term stress and overwhelm, we’ll work together to help your body and mind find safety again. Using a trauma-informed and somatic approach, you’ll learn how to regulate your nervous system, release stored tension, and reconnect with your inner strength and sense of self. Over time, therapy can help you feel calmer, more empowered, and more present in your life.
Who it’s for:
This service is for adults who have experienced trauma, complex PTSD, or ongoing stress that impacts daily life. We create a space for you to heal without judgment or pressure to “get over it.”
Pricing:
The out-of-pocket rate for individual therapy sessions is $120 per 50 minute session.
Insurance:
Insurance coverage varies by clinician. We are currently contracted with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and United Healthcare.
Location:
Trauma therapy sessions are available in-person in Tucson or online anywhere in Arizona.
How Trauma Therapy Can Help:
- Understand your body’s responses to trauma
- Reconnect with your emotions in a safe, supported way
- Develop tools for grounding and self-regulation
- Build inner resources and trust in your own resilience
- Process painful experiences at a pace that feels right for you
- Recognize how trauma impacts your thoughts, body, and relationships
- Learn skills to soothe overwhelm and reconnect with a sense of calm
- Build awareness of triggers and create new, empowered responses
- Reclaim a sense of safety, strength, and agency in your daily life
- Heal patterns of shame or self-blame and cultivate self-compassion
- Restore connection to yourself and to others
We may be a good fit if:
- You’re ready to gently explore how past experiences continue to shape your emotions, body, and relationships.
- You want to understand how trauma lives in the nervous system — and learn ways to create safety and calm from within.
- You’re open to building resources for grounding, self-regulation, and resilience before diving into deeper processing.
- You want to move beyond simply “coping” and begin to truly heal, reconnect, and feel more at home in yourself.
- You’re seeking a therapist who values both compassion and transparency — someone who will honor your pace while encouraging your growth.
- You value an approach that blends evidence-based trauma therapies like somatic and mindfulness-based practices.
- You’re ready to unlearn survival patterns that once kept you safe but now keep you stuck.
- You want a therapeutic relationship rooted in collaboration, trust, and mutual respect.
- You want a space where your full identity — including your gender, sexuality, culture, and lived experience — is welcomed and affirmed.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. Desert Lotus Counseling accepts insurance, though coverage varies by clinician. We are currently contracted with several major insurance companies, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and United Healthcare. Because every plan is different, we encourage you to contact your insurance provider directly to verify your mental health benefits and copay information before your first session. If you’d like support with this process, our team is happy to help. We also offer self-pay options for those who prefer not to use insurance.
What is the cost of self-pay sessions?
Our self-pay rate is $120 per 50-minute session. Many clients appreciate that self-pay allows for more flexibility, privacy, and freedom to tailor therapy to their individual needs and goals.
Who do you work with?
We work with adults 18+, primarily with young adults and college students, professionals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community in Tucson, Arizona (and throughout the state) who are seeking support around anxiety, trauma, burnout, life transitions, and identity exploration.
Our therapists take a trauma-informed, inclusive, and affirming approach that honors your full humanity — including your background, values, gender identity, and sexuality. Whether you’re seeking tools to manage anxiety, process past experiences, or reconnect with yourself, you’ll find a compassionate space here.
What should I expect when working with you?
- Listen with presence and without judgment
- Offer honest, compassionate feedback when it supports your growth
- Integrate evidence-based tools from CBT, mindfulness, and somatic approaches
- Create a space where you can show up authentically and feel deeply supported
In our first few sessions, we’ll explore what brings you to therapy, clarify your goals, and develop a personalized plan that fits your life.
Do you offer telehealth or virtual sessions?
Yes. We provide secure online therapy (telehealth) for clients throughout Arizona. Virtual sessions offer the same level of care and connection as in-person appointments — with the convenience of meeting from your home or another private space. Many clients choose to combine in-person and online sessions depending on their needs and schedule.
Where are you located?
Our office is located at: 2101 N. Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716. We’re in the heart of Tucson’s historic Blenman Elm Neighborhood, on Country Club between Pima and Grant.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your session. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice and no-shows will be subject to a $90 late cancellation fee. We understand that life happens and appreciate open communication whenever possible.
Do you see couples or families?
Our focus is on individual therapy. If you’re looking for couples or family therapy, we’re glad to provide trusted referrals to clinicians who specialize in that work.
Do you work with children or teens?
Our therapists work with adults 18+. If you are seeking therapy for a child or teen, we would be happy to provide you with referrals.
Do you recommend any resources while we work together in therapy?
- Mindfulness or grounding practices
- Guided meditations and somatic tools
- Reflective journaling prompts
- Books and readings
We’ll always tailor resources to your interests, goals, and ways of learning — never one-size-fits-all.
Still Have Questions?
We know that finding the right therapist and getting started with counseling can feel like a big decision. If you didn’t find the answer you were looking for, or if you’re simply curious about whether we’d be a good fit, we’d love to connect.
Reach out today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation or to ask any questions about therapy at Desert Lotus Counseling. We’re here to help you take the next step — at your own pace, and with support every step of the way.