Desert Marriage and Family Counseling
We provide therapy and counseling services to individuals, couples, and families in the Coachella Valley
Specializing in Individual, Family and Couple related issues for those of all ages, including adolescents, teens & adults. We set up a treatment plan that is unique to you and your specific needs.
Our various programs, from Intensive Outpatient Treatment to less stringent step-down options, are designed for those with mental health issues like anxiety, depression & bipolar, as well as for those with eating disorders and substance abuse matters.
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Why work with us?
We’re passionate about helping you
Our team of clinicians are passionate about improving individual and family well-being of all those who are struggling with individual or relationship issues.
We’ll find the right clinician for you
Since our clinicians specialize in a variety of life’s challenges we are certain that we can place you with the most appropriate clinician be that within or outside of our center.
Flexible Scheduling for Immediate Assistance
One of the things we take pride in is our quick response time at Desert Marriage & Family Counseling. We understand your urgency for help and we go out of our way to fit you in.
We’re local to the Coachella Valley
Our counseling center serves the cities of the Coachella Valley: Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Thousand Palms, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, and Coachella.
We have multi-lingual Clinician’s
Our team of dedicated clinicians bridge language barriers. With fluency in English and Spanish, we ensure that clients can express themselves comfortably in their native tongue.
We Specialize in Treatment for:
The Team of professional clinicians at Desert Marriage & Family Counseling are experienced in a variety of counseling fields.
Relationship Counseling
Family Counseling
Teen & Child Counseling
Individual Counseling
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Eating Disorder Counseling
EMDR & Trauma Counseling
Anxiety & Depression Counseling
Grief & Loss Counseling
Violence & Abuse Therapy
Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Substance use can shatter families and futures. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides a lifeline. What do we do? We equip you with tools to overcome addiction—group therapy, individual sessions, and family counseling. Who do we do it for? You, your neighbor, your colleague—the person yearning for change. Why? Because recovery is possible. Seek treatment, break free, and reclaim your life.
Binge Eating Disorder Treatment
At our clinic, we’ve been dedicated to treating Binge Eating Disorder since before it was officially recognized as a diagnosis in 2013. We understand the struggle individuals face—the constant cycle of diets, weight fluctuations, and feelings of failure. But here’s the truth: Binge Eating Disorder is not a character flaw; it’s a complex disease. Our team of Certified Eating Disorder Specialists provides intensive therapy and guidance to help you regain control, normalize your relationship with food, and find freedom from shame.
Meet Our Team
KELLY LEWALLEN
CEO & Clinical Director
LMFT #37832
GREGGHOMME
CFO
JAMES GALLEGOS
Clinical Director of Mental Health
Program
AMFT #138738
Individual & Family Counseling
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