Desta Therapy

04/13/2026

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They take the high road and don't assume they're right.

04/02/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/different-types-of-therapy

The journey toward mental wellness is deeply personal, and for many, the first step is the most daunting: deciding to seek help. Once that decision is made, a new question arises: with so many different types of therapy available, how do you know which one aligns with your specific needs?Therapy is....

04/02/2026

We love when the creek fills with water during the spring rains in San Antonio, TX. It creates a beautiful, serene backdrop for our counseling sessions with clients.

03/12/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/resilience-not-giving-up

Life often challenges us in ways that test our strength and resolve. When facing emotional struggles, mental health issues, or personal setbacks, the path forward can feel overwhelming. Yet resilience, which is the ability to keep moving despite difficulties, is something that can be nurtured and de...

03/02/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/the-heart-behind-desta

Desta Therapy was born from a story of compassion, community, and a deep belief in the power of human connection.Founders Jimmy and Rachel Gross began their journey in nonprofit service, launching a grassroots organization called No Ordinary Love to serve vulnerable communities in Ethiopia. Their wo...

02/25/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/living-the-questions

I was listening to a beautiful, profound podcast this morning about a powerful concept: living the questions. What does that really mean?Throughout our lives, every one of us carries questions, but we are rarely taught how to live with them — how to sit with them, embrace them, hold them gently, a...

02/17/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/doesemdrwork

When people first hear about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), the most common question is simple: Does EMDR work? The short answer is: Yes. EMDR is widely recognized as one of the most effective treatments for trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Although it is reco...

02/10/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/chin-up-a-gentle-reminder-from-charlotte-s-web

As a child, did you ever watch Charlotte’s Web? Remember where Charlotte encourages Wilbur, the little pig, to stay hopeful even when things look bleak?“Chin up, chin up, put a little laughter in your eyes.Brave it, save it, show them that you’re strong.”It’s simple advice, yet so meaningf...

02/03/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/dead-ends

Recently, I was talking with a good friend who shared about an event in his life that brought him to a crossroads. It was the kind of moment where you pause and ask yourself: If I go down this road, what will it lead to? If I choose the other, where will I end up? These questions matter because what...

01/25/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/ways-to-support-happiness-one-season-at-a-time

The beginning of the year often comes with a familiar kind of pressure. New resolutions. New habits. New versions of ourselves we are “supposed” to step into right away. Even when we do not consciously buy into it, the message is everywhere. Start fresh. Do more. Be better. For many people, that...

01/13/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/resolutions-need-balance-not-perfection

A new year often arrives with hope, motivation, and the promise that this will be the year things finally change. You might tell yourself: • I’ll stay fit • I’ll reduce my anxiety • I’ll become a better parentIf you’ve made New Year’s resolutions before, you’re not alone if they qu...

01/08/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/the-power-of-words-creating-worlds-how-language-shapes-our-mental-health

Words are more than just tools for communication. They shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. The language we use influences our thoughts, emotions, and even our mental health. This post explores how words create worlds, focusing on the effects of negative and positive language...