MEET OUR TEAM!
Meet Tara James, Expert Clinical Social Worker and Founder of Blue Lotus Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC. With almost two decades of unwavering dedication to her field, Tara James is a trusted Clinical Social Worker. Her passion for providing top-notch mental healthcare inspired her to establish Blue Lotus Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC in 2021. Tara is skilled in Clinical Supervision and has extensive experience in developing and executing clinical programmatic policies and procedures, as well as training professionals in Trauma-Informed Care. She has collaborated with various government agencies and departments and has a remarkable history of committee involvement. Tara is highly specialized in several therapeutic approaches including Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy, and Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy. Her treatment approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and collaborative with a focus on social justice & Feminist Theory. She prioritizes creating a warm, non-judgmental, and safe environment to ensure effective treatment. .
Meet Jason, Practice Manager for Blue Lotus Counseling & Consulting Services. Since joining the team in 2022, he has spearheaded an innovative approach to psychotherapy that combines progressive technology and software with a client-centered focus. Jason has streamlined billing and documentation software and procedures, implemented easy scheduling options, integrated advanced assessment software, and even virtual reality technology to stay up-to-date with the ever-changing mental healthcare industry. With years of experience in Healthcare Information Technology & Systems Engineering, Jason is the go-to person for scheduling, billing, and general inquiries for our clientele.
Meet Maria Flores: A Dedicated Licensed Social Worker, Committed to Strengthening and Empowering the Community. Maria is a dynamic Licensed Social Worker with over a decade of experience in the field of Clinical Social Work. Maria is fluent in both Spanish and English, and specializes in providing treatment for substance use and mood disorders, relational attachments, and family conflict. She currently practices at Blue Lotus Counseling & Consulting Services LLC where she provides exceptional individual and family therapy. Moreover, she is the Eastern Regional Director of Clinical Mental & Behavioral Health Services for a non-profit organization, extending assistance to clients throughout eastern Pennsylvania. Maria is currently pursuing her clinical hours to obtain her License in Clinical Social Work, which is expected to be completed by 2024.
Meet Stephanie: A Dedicated Expert in Education and Human Services. Stephanie Paltos is an experienced member of Blue Lotus Counseling & Consulting Services LLC, a Certified Teacher of Human Development & Childcare Services, an Adjunct Professor, and a School Counselor with 19 years of experience in the field of Education and Human Services. She holds a B.A in Early and Middle Childhood Education and an M.A. in Counseling with a concentration in school counseling, as well as certifications as a Substance Awareness Coordinator and in Child Advocacy. Stephanie has trained under various modalities, including addictions, trauma, yoga, and mindfulness, and has presented on PTSD in children and addictions in college students. She is a member of various professional organizations and is an NCE/LAC working towards meeting LPC licensure requirements by September 2024 to become a Nationally Certified Counselor.
Meet Chasety: A credentialed art therapist passionate about utilizing the healing power of the arts to support individuals and families in their wellness journey. Chasety utilizes her background in nursing care and education to provide a holistic person centered approach to her clientele. Chasety has experience in eco-systemic family therapy, attachment treatment, trauma informed care, and children’s psychotherapy. She utilizes parts work, Jungian psychology, personality psychology, tarot, sensory media, mindfulness, body awareness, and a variety of multimodal techniques to support clientele’s individual intersectionality. Chasety is currently working towards licensure as a professional counselor in Pennsylvania with an anticipated completion date of August 2024. She holds a master’s in counseling with a specialization in art therapy from Edinboro University and is a registered art therapist with the American Art Therapy Association. Her empathetic and direct approach makes her a good fit for those seeking a safe environment in which to make progress on their road to healing and self-discovery.
Meet Katrina Miller: An Enthusiastic Licensed Clinical Social Worker Devoted to Helping Patients and Families on their Journey of Healing and Recovery. Katrina Miller joined Blue Lotus Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC in 2022 with the ambition to provide quality remote therapy to Pennsylvania residents. Her therapeutic strategy encompasses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention, and an empathetic, direct yet psychoeducational approach. She has extensive experience in family therapy, individual counseling, medical social work, and oncology. Katrina specializes in treating trauma, abuse, attachment issues, anxiety, depression, and end-of-life care. She is currently working towards becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both Pennsylvania and Florida, and expects to complete all requirements by 2024. Additionally, she is pursuing an Oncology Social Work Certificate. Her nonjudgmental attitude and focus on establishing an open and trusting relationship between therapist and patient make her an excellent choice for those seeking therapy.