Meet Our Founder

Sarah Oettinger, LCSW, CCTP-II
Sarah Oettinger, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Complex Trauma Professional Level 2 (CCTP-II), is the founder of Desert Bloom Counseling. She earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where she received specialized trauma-informed training through the Behavioral Health Training Project.
With extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders, Sarah's trauma-informed approach ensures a safe, supportive environment. She specializes in trauma, particularly sexual abuse/assault, using techniques like Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and EMDR. While she works with clients of all ages, her primary focus is on preschool and early school-age children who have experienced sexual trauma, emphasizing the importance of early intervention.
Sarah is dedicated to educating communities on sexual abuse and trauma-informed care. In 2019, she presented at a Learn at Lunch for the Nevada Chapter of the Association for Sexual Abusers, sharing valuable insights on age-appropriate sexual behaviors in children. In 2022, she led an 8-hour trauma-informed care training for UNLV Cares/UNLV Community Clinic, preparing interdisciplinary students with essential skills to deliver trauma-sensitive care in primary healthcare settings. In 2024, Sarah and co-presenter Stephanie Reisdorf presented at the Academy of Forensic Nursing Regional Conference on trauma-informed care. The training, approved for continuing education, addressed the history of trauma, its impact on healthcare professionals, practical applications for forensic nurses, and self-care strategies.
Address
1070 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite #210, Henderson, NV 89012
Contact
info@desertbloomcounseling.com
702 - 829 - 7804
Hours of Operation
Thursday: 11:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday - Wednesday: Closed