Desiree Lewis, LPC — Therapist in Arizona

Hi there, I'm Desiree!

I'm happy that you're here. I will meet you where you are at, and we will work together to create a treatment plan that will help you reach your goals. I take a holistic mind-body approach to counseling and use a variety of modalities based on your needs. I look forward to working with you.

My focus

I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, codependency, eating disorders, and substance use disorder, as well as comorbidity.

My approach

I use several different theoretical approaches, including CPT, CBT, PIT, Mindfulness, SFBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Person-centered.

My communication style

I'm empathetic, kind, and non-judgmental in my approach, but can also be very direct. I will provide feedback and supportive reflection in sessions as opposed to just listening. I also provide psychoeducation to give you frameworks and ways to understand thoughts and behaviors.

My journey to mental healthcare

As a yoga instructor, many of my students came to see me as someone who was spiritual and grounded and would stay after class to talk. I was able to offer my opinion and personal life experiences, but didn't always know what to say. I decided to pursue a degree in counseling so that I could truly step into the role with the proper knowledge.

My goals for you

We will work together to create SMART therapeutic goals.

Our first session

Our first session will be an opportunity to meet one another and see if we're a fit. You will share your story and what brought you to seek counseling. At the end of the session, if you feel that you would like to work with me, we will schedule your next session.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Mindfulness-Based

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling from Argosy University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Desiree Lewis