Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t feel like the right fit. Or maybe you’ve been hesitant to start, unsure if it will make a difference.
You might be feeling stuck, weighed down by stress, anxiety, or old patterns that are hard to shake — doing your best to keep going even when it feels like too much.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. We see the effort it takes just to keep showing up — to care for others, to get through each day, to hold it all together. Beneath the exhaustion, there’s also a part of you that still hopes things can feel different. That part brought you here.
At Desert Lotus Counseling, we’ll meet you where you are. Together, we’ll explore what’s been feeling heavy and build tools to help you reconnect with steadiness, meaning, and self-compassion. Healing is possible, even when it feels out of reach — and you don’t have to do it alone.
We Are Here to Help
We listen closely — with empathy, curiosity, and genuine understanding.
We are transparent and authentic in our responses.
We offer direct, honest feedback, always rooted in compassion.
We collaborate with you to set goals that are meaningful and realistic.
We provide validation and encouragement, and we also challenge you when it supports your growth.
Our goal is to help you build insight, create lasting change, and move toward a life that feels more balanced and aligned with who you are.
Therapy Services we Offer:
Counseling for Anxiety
Anxiety can leave you feeling on edge, restless, or stuck in cycles of worry. Therapy provides space to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and to learn tools to help your body and mind return to calm. Together, we’ll explore patterns of stress, build regulation skills, and support you in feeling grounded and confident again.
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Trauma Therapy
Trauma can leave lasting imprints that shape how you feel, think, and relate to the world. In trauma therapy, we work gently and collaboratively to restore a sense of safety, balance, and connection. Using trauma-informed and somatic approaches, you’ll learn to understand your body’s responses, process painful experiences, and move toward healing at a pace that feels right for you.
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LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy
You deserve care that fully honors who you are. Our therapists provide affirming, identity-centered therapy for LGBTQIA+ individuals navigating stress, relationships, family dynamics, and self-discovery. This is a space where every part of you is welcome—where your story, identity, and experiences are respected and celebrated.
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Counseling for Young Adults and College Students
Young adulthood is full of change, questions, and growing pains. Whether you’re navigating school stress, relationships, identity, or the transition into independence, therapy offers a space to slow down and sort through it all. We’ll help you develop emotional tools, confidence, and clarity as you move through this important season of life.
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Therapy for Depression
When life feels heavy or you’ve lost touch with hope, therapy can help you reconnect with meaning and motivation. We’ll explore the patterns, emotions, and experiences that keep you feeling stuck and develop strategies to create small, sustainable change. Over time, you’ll strengthen self-compassion, restore energy, and find a sense of balance and possibility again.
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Gender Affirming Care Letters
Accessing affirming care should be simple and respectful. We provide letters to adults seeking gender-affirming care. Our process is collaborative and accessible—often completed in one session—and offered with pay-what-you-can and insurance options. You deserve care that affirms your identity and supports your journey.
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Consultation and Training for Therapists
We support therapists and wellness professionals through supervision, consultation, and continuing education. Our trainings and workshops integrate trauma-informed, somatic, and inclusive approaches to help you grow your clinical skills and sustain your work. Consultation is available for both individual clinicians and group practice owners seeking guidance, reflection, or support in practice building.