out of your vulnerabilities
will come your strength
-sigmund freud-
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, depression, mood, addiction, anxiety, or relationship or major life changes?
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There comes a time when we need some help from a certified professional to help cope with many of life’s challenges. We are a group of like-minded professionals that would love to help you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but we're here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. Our goal is to help you find a deeper understanding of yourself, better cope with change and distress, and be able to heal.
Who is Rising Lotus Counseling?
Our practice was founded in 2014 by Clinical Director Sarah Gugluizza as an individual private practice where she primarily serviced children, teens and their families in South Brooklyn. After the birth of her second child, and a move to the Hudson Valley, Sarah leaped into running her practice full time. She always imagined running her own group practice, where her and the therapists working alongside her could support their immediate community and one another. This became a reality in October 2019, when Sarah welcomed several therapists onboard and
Rising Lotus Counseling was born.
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Rising Lotus Counseling continues to provide patients in the Hudson Valley and greater New York State with a wide range of mental health and wellness services. Local to Ulster County, NY, we closely support people in the local communities of Stone Ridge, High Falls, Marbletown,Accord, Kerhonkson, Kingston, Woodstock, Saugerties, and New Paltz, and are oneof the few mental health practices servicing children and teens located in the Rondout Valley area.
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Our team includes Social Workers, Creative Arts Therapists, Mental Health Counselors and blossoming graduate interns in the various disciplines of mental health. Therapists have specialization areas in work with children and teens, maternal mental health, trauma, substance misuse, grief, LGBTQ+, life transitions, anxiety, depression and more. Our therapists engage clients in supportive therapy modalities such as play therapy, talk therapy, CBT, DBT, Solutions-Based Treatment, Creative Arts Therapy, Parts Work and EMDR.
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You don't have to leave home to get the care deserve, for yourself or your child/teen! Therapy is conveniently offered virtually by telehealth in the comfort of your home; providing a gateway to supportive therapists in a way that is private and accessible. Our secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth therapy sessions bring licensed, experienced therapists directly to you anywhere in New York State.
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We Offer Therapy That Meets You Where You Are Emotionally & Physically
Flexible Scheduling:
Book sessions around your own schedule
Comfort & Convenience:
The Ability to Join from Home, Work, School or Wherever You are and Feel safe
Privacy & Security:
Fully Confidential, encrypted video sessions
No Travel Required:
Avoiding Commutes makes Therapy more sustainable ​​​​
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- Is Telehealth for me? -
Telehealth Therapy That Meets You Where You Are
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At Rising Lotus Counseling, we know that life doesn’t come in one-size-fits-all. That’s why our secure, compassionate online therapy is designed to fit your unique journey and can be particularly supportive if you are in any of these phases of life:
Busy Professionals
Juggling work, deadlines, and life can leave little time for self-care. Our telehealth sessions offer you the flexibility to connect with a therapist from your home or office—early mornings, lunch breaks, or evenings—whenever you need support. No commute, no hassle, just real care on your schedule.
College & Graduate Students
College life can be overwhelming, but support doesn’t have to be. Access therapy from your dorm, apartment, or favorite quiet spot, fitting sessions around your class and study schedule. We’re here to help you manage stress, anxiety, burnout, and all the challenges of student life.
Parents & Caregivers
Your time is precious, and so is your well-being. With telehealth, you can prioritize therapy during nap times, after school drop-offs, or once the house is calm. We offer compassionate, flexible care for overwhelm, postpartum struggles, identity shifts, and more—right from the comfort of home.
Young Adults Not in College
Early adulthood is full of change and uncertainty, whether you’re working, searching for your path, or adjusting to new independence. Our online sessions provide a warm, judgment-free space to explore anxiety, relationships, identity, or simply feeling stuck—with scheduling that respects your life’s rhythm.
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Ready to experience therapy that works for you, wherever you are?
Book your free 15-minute consultation today and take the first step on your healing journey.