Bilingual Dallas therapist specializing in support for eating disorders, trauma, and multi-cultural life
from being your whole, wonderful self
and start facing what’s holding you back
It’s time to stop performing
Dallas Therapist for Eating Disorders and Trauma
I can promise you one thing before we ever sit down in a therapy session. I will never tell you, “No llores, todo estará bien" or “Don’t cry, it’ll all be okay.”
This is the one place you don’t have to pretend to have it all together.
Those emotions you’re constantly pushing down or trying to hide? We’re inviting them to the surface so you can finally acknowledge them and cope with them.
Everyone — the world, your family, your friends, your job, your culture — has told you to hide or fix certain parts of yourself. No más.
At Poppy & Sage, you’re safe to lay it all out, put down the “I have it all together” act, and talk to a real person who is here to help you deal with your shit and make real change.
Healing means welcoming all parts of you into the room
I’m also experienced in working with high achieving men and women, life transitions, anxiety, depression, the LGBTQ+ population, OCD, emotional regulation, and the aviation population. If you see yourself reflected here, I’d love to support you.
The multicultural experience
Trauma
(EMDR trained)
Eating disorders
I primarily focus on these core areas:
Are we a good therapeutic match?
All therapy services are available in English, Español, and Spanglish!
Different types of therapy for different goals and needs
FIND YOUR SUPPORT HERE
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I can’t tell you when you’ll feel better. But I can tell you that when you have decided you’re ready for change, I’m here to listen and use all of my professional skills (I’ve got a lot of them!) to help you heal.
You also have the option for a “walk and talk” session that takes place on an outdoor walk together.
50-minute session is $175 //
60-minute Initial intake is $200
50-minute session is $175 // 60-minute Initial intake is $200
Individual Psychotherapy Sessions
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Family therapy is ideal for those who are supporting a child dealing with an eating disorder, navigating life across different cultures, or simply trying to work through challenges. It’s a safe place to explore your feelings together and complex family dynamics.
50-minute session is $200
Family Therapy Sessions
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Because sometimes eating disorder recovery needs to extend beyond a therapist’s office. There’s a big difference between knowing what to do and actually being able to practice doing it with support.
We’ll talk through your fears, triggers, challenges, and goals before sitting down for a meal together in public. After our meal together, we’ll debrief it all and make a plan for your next social dining experience.
60-minute session is $200
Meal Support
“Lily is a wonderful human, therapist, and advocate for the Latina community – locally and beyond. Her down-to-earth, humorous, and compassionate approach is guaranteed to create a safe, welcoming space for every client. I wholeheartedly recommend her!”
– Rosa Hwang, LPC
Kind Words
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps individuals, specializing in the Latine community, heal from trauma, recover from eating disorders, and navigate the complexities of a multicultural life.
I’ve worked in so many different areas of social work… from Child Protective Services to serving as a mentor at a residential facility for girls, doing medical social work in the ICU, ER, and Cardiovascular units, as a therapist in a higher level of care for eating disorders, and finally now in my own private practice.
I opened my own practice because I saw a huge disparity in how the Latina and Spanish-speaking community was served. I wanted to be able to focus on what each client needs from me in the moment instead of having to ask, “What does insurance need me to be?”
I’m a proud Latina who understands the reality of being stuck between two cultures! I spent a lot of time trying to change who I was to please my Mexican family or my American friends before doing my own therapeutic work to become confident in who I am, mis raizes, and how I want to show up in the world.
Therapy is serious work, but I’m also a big believer in the power of humor to help us heal.
With me, you’ll always get a real human sitting across from you, interested in getting to know you and passionate about helping you feel equipped and empowered to be the full, incredible version of you! (No matter what others expect or think.)
¡Hola! I’m Lily
Meet your Dallas therapist
I love hanging out with my husband and our Corgi, Clementine
With my family
For me, that’s old episodes of Parks and Rec or trashy reality shows
Watching comfort TV
Visiting family in California, jetsetting to Japan, or exploring Spain
Traveling
When I’m not in session, you’ll find me…
Answers to your questions about therapy at Poppy & Sage
Do you accept insurance?
Do you accept insurance?
No, and that gives us the flexibility and freedom to customize your therapy sessions to exactly what you need. We offer the option to do a superbill or sliding pay scale — just ask!
Do I need to have a dietitian if I’m seeing you for an eating disorder?
Do I need to have a dietitian if I’m seeing you for an eating disorder?
The answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no. If you’re actively struggling with disordered eating, seeing a dietician will help with the physical side of things. If you don't currently have a dietician, I have a lot of referrals!
What is your cancellation policy?
What is your cancellation policy?
You must cancel your session at least 24 hours before our scheduled time or you will be charged the full session fee.
How often should I expect to see you?
How often should I expect to see you?
I recommend starting with weekly sessions. This will give us the opportunity to build a therapeutic relationship and address stressors as they happen. As we work together, we can talk about your progress towards your goals and begin to space sessions out.
I’ve never been to therapy. What should I expect?
I’ve never been to therapy. What should I expect?
Your first session will be a lot of "setting the stage.” I’ll give you the opportunity to ask questions about the practice policies and informed consent forms you signed. Then I’ll ask prompting questions like: "What led you to seek therapy?" or “What is the main stressor in your life?" I’ll also ask about the key players in your life (family, friends, coworkers, etc.)
After our intake session, we’ll continue to talk about how the thing that led you to seek therapy has been affecting you and what goals you have for therapy.
It's one of the 10 days where it's really nice outside, can we do a walk and talk session?
It's one of the 10 days where it's really nice outside, can we do a walk and talk session?
Absolutely! We’ll just make sure you sign a consent form first since the outdoors is not HIPAA compliant.
Hablas Español?
Hablas Español?
Claro que si. Llámame.
Am I at the right building? I don't see Poppy & Sage Counseling listed in the front yard of the office…
Am I at the right building? I don't see Poppy & Sage Counseling listed in the front yard of the office…
If you’re standing in front of a green house on the corner of State and Routh with a sign that says "The Mendery,” you are at the right location! I rent office space from The Mendery, that is why I am not listed out front. Come on in and find me!