Desiree Cortinas, LCSW, TX | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Desiree Cortinas

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Life Transition

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Families

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Intervention

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Desiree Cortinas

Desiree Cortinas, LCSW, helps individuals and families in Texas navigate lifeâs challenges through compassionate, evidencebased mental health care. Serving children, teens, and adults, she works closely with clients to create a supportive environment that fosters healing and personal growth. Whether supporting young people struggling with behavioral issues or guiding adults through complex emotional transitions, Desiree delivers therapy that is both empathetic and clinically grounded. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and traumarelated conditions, with a deep commitment to helping those who have experienced significant emotional distress. Drawing from therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT, she tailors each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of her clients. Desiree also offers couples and family therapy, helping loved ones rebuild communication, trust, and emotional safety. With a strong passion for supporting atrisk youth, Desiree has extensive experience helping children and adolescents work through behavioral and emotional challenges rooted in trauma. She understands the profound impact early adversity can have on a young personâs development and uses a traumainformed approach to promote resilience and healing. Additionally, she works with families to address relationship ruptures, creating space for reconnection and mutual understanding. Desiree also serves diverse populations, including those navigating adoption or foster care, individuals on the autism spectrum or with developmental disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and veterans or first responders coping with highstress experiences. She offers both individual and group therapy, as well as parentchild interaction and parenting skills interventions

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance - Texas

Education and training

Our Lady of the Lake University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1356193874

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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2 reviews

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Less than 3 months agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

December 18, 2025LOGAN S.Verified patientVideo visit

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Desiree Cortinas?

Generally, Desiree Cortinas has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Desiree Cortinas's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Desiree Cortinas accepting new patients?

Desiree Cortinas generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Desiree Cortinas's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Desiree Cortinas accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Desiree Cortinas online?

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What practice does Desiree Cortinas work with?

Desiree Cortinas works with Lifestance - Texas.

What are common reasons for patients to see Desiree Cortinas?

Desiree Cortinas frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Desiree Cortinas on their profile.

What languages does Desiree Cortinas speak?

Desiree Cortinas speaks English.

How do patients rate Desiree Cortinas in reviews?

2 patients have reviewed Desiree Cortinas. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.