Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Therapy in Palm Desert, CA
New Leaf Child & Family Counseling is dedicated to improving lives through evidence-based therapy for children, teens, adults, and families. Our team of licensed psychotherapists specializes in play therapy, trauma recovery, and relationship-building, serving the Coachella Valley since our founding. We prioritize creating safe spaces for emotional growth, utilizing research-backed approaches in neuroscience, mindfulness, and child development. Our collaborative model allows clinicians to consult on complex cases while maintaining individualized care plans.With expertise in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and family dynamics, we offer both telehealth and in-person sessions tailored to client needs. As an LGBTQ+ affirming practice, we embrace diversity in all forms, ensuring accessibility for diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Our commitment to quality includes ongoing professional development and feedback-driven treatment adjustments to maximize client outcomes.
Services
Online Counseling
Adult Counseling
Family Counseling
Child & Teen Counseling
Play Therapy
Trauma Counseling
ADHD Support
Parent Coaching
Grief Counseling
Telehealth Services
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based therapy approaches tailored to individual needs
- Our team includes licensed therapists with expertise in trauma and play therapy
- We provide both telehealth and in-person sessions for flexibility
- We are LGBTQ+ affirming and committed to diversity
- Our therapists collaborate to ensure comprehensive family care
Services
Play Therapy
Play therapy uses therapeutic techniques to help children process emotions and develop coping skills. This evidence-based approach addresses anxiety, trauma, and behavioral challenges through age-appropriate play activities. Our licensed therapists create safe environments where children can express themselves nonverbally while building emotional regulation and problem-solving abilities.
Family Counseling
Family counseling addresses relationship dynamics and communication patterns within households. Our therapists work with blended families, divorced parents, and families facing addiction issues to improve connections and resolve conflicts. Sessions focus on establishing healthy boundaries and fostering mutual understanding among family members.
Telehealth Services
Telehealth services provide accessible mental health support through secure video and phone sessions. This flexible option maintains therapeutic continuity for clients facing geographical barriers or scheduling challenges. Our platform supports individual, couple, and family therapy sessions with licensed professionals.
Trauma Counseling
Trauma counseling addresses the lasting effects of adverse life experiences using specialized techniques like EMDR and CBT. Our clinicians help clients process traumatic memories and develop coping strategies to reduce emotional distress and improve daily functioning.
ADHD Support
ADHD support services focus on symptom management and skill development for individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Our therapists provide behavioral strategies, organizational tools, and family education to improve academic, professional, and personal outcomes.
People
April Hanig
LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in child development and play therapy. Experienced in treating anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues in children and adolescents through evidence-based interventions.
Nathan Varvis
LMFT, CCTP
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with expertise in treating complex trauma and family systems. Utilizes integrative approaches to help clients overcome traumatic experiences and improve relational dynamics.
Gail Baker
LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist focusing on adolescent mental health and family counseling. Specializes in addressing depression, self-esteem issues, and parent-child relationship challenges using strength-based therapeutic techniques.
Kristine Frank
LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in school-based mental health and family systems. Provides culturally responsive therapy for children, teens, and families navigating emotional and behavioral challenges.
Scarlett Regalado Sellers
LMFT
Bilingual therapist specializing in perinatal mental health and early childhood development. Focuses on maternal-child bonding and addressing trauma in young children through play-based therapeutic interventions.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide play therapy for children, individual counseling for adults, family therapy, trauma-focused treatment, and ADHD support using evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
Yes, all our clinicians are licensed mental health professionals including Marriage and Family Therapists, Clinical Social Workers, and Associate Professionals under supervision.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network providers for IEHP and provide superbills for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Please verify your mental health coverage with your insurance company.
Can I choose between online and in-person sessions?
Yes, we offer both telehealth and in-person appointments at our Palm Desert location to accommodate client preferences and accessibility needs.
What ages do you work with?
Our services span the lifespan from children aged 3 through adults, with specialized programs for teens and family systems interventions.
How do I start therapy?
Schedule a free consultation call to discuss your needs. We'll match you with an appropriate therapist and send intake paperwork through our secure client portal.
Reviews (1)
S. E.
Dec 19, 2018
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Ms. Hanig is a wonderful therapist. As a man in my 40s, I was apprehensive about discussing my problems/failings/issues with a woman, especially one that is younger than me. I thought she would not have the training or life experience to be able to help. I WAS WRONG!!!! She has a great intuition; by which I mean that she knows when to listen and when to say something. She knows when to challenge your notions/thoughts and when to let you just vent. I have been going for over a year, and while my problems/failings/issues are still there, she is teaching me that I can deal with them. And, for
