Desiree Cantorna-Ibarra, LCPC

Desiree Cantorna-Ibarra is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Nevada with 12 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, process grief and loss, build motivation, and strengthen self esteem and confidence, and she has experience supporting those living with bipolar disorder. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, aiming to create a therapeutic relationship that honors individual differences and needs.

Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all method, Desiree tailors conversation and treatment plans to the unique circumstances of each client. She emphasizes practical steps and collaborative goal-setting so clients can make meaningful changes at their own pace. Seeking therapy takes courage, and Desiree positions herself as a supportive and empowering partner for those first steps toward a more fulfilling and resilient life.

Throughout her work she centers the client experience, offering attentive listening and targeted guidance to help people move toward greater well-being and confidence. Her practice balances clinical knowledge with a compassionate, individualized approach to care.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Desiree Cantorna-Ibarra integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into her work. ACT helps people clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - it is useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation challenges. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and low self esteem. DBT teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for mood instability and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Desiree works collaboratively with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques from these approaches to create a tailored plan that fits the individual.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and additional support is available through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible.