Lotus Psychotherapy & The Refuge

12/01/2025

What makes our IOP Programs at the Refuge different?

➡Whole-Person, Integrated Care
Our IOP combines therapeutic approaches like talk therapy, somatic work, and medication support to treat the full person — not just symptoms.

➡Structured, Compassionate Support
Designed for those needing more than weekly therapy, the IOP offers consistent care in a community-rooted environment that prioritizes emotional safety.

➡Insurance-Accessible Without Compromise
High-quality, intensive care should be available to more than just the privileged few — and our IOP makes that possible.

➡Connection + Continuity
With a coordinated team under one practice, clients benefit from continuity of care and trusted relationships throughout their healing journey.

➡Progressive, Personalized Approach
We meet clients where they are, supporting steady growth without rushing or pathologizing. It’s care that evolves with you.

Learn more about our IOP programs here: https://www.lotuspsychotherapyllc.com/the-refuge

11/27/2025

🍂 This Thanksgiving, we’re holding space for all the ways gratitude can show up — even in the messy, complicated parts of life.

Whether today feels joyful, heavy, or somewhere in between, we’re grateful for you — our clients, our team, and our community. Thank you for trusting us with your stories, your healing, and your growth.

Here’s to moments of calm, connections that nourish, and the quiet strength it takes to keep showing up. 💛

From all of us at Lotus, we’re wishing you a warm and gentle holiday.

11/25/2025

11/24/2025

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Our Lotus Letter is more than updates — it’s a moment of calm in your week. From therapist insights to emotional wellness tips to our local happenings (and the occasional behind-the-scenes peek at our team), we’re here to support your journey — no pressure, no overwhelm.

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11/19/2025

Meet Mandy — Our Yoga Therapist at Lotus Psychotherapy 🌿🕊️

Healing takes many forms — and sometimes, the body leads the way.

We’re honored to have Mandy, who helps clients reconnect with their bodies through gentle, mindful movement. Her work bridges breath, awareness, and emotional healing — creating space for calm, balance, and self-compassion.

You might benefit from yoga therapy if you’re:
✨ Living with anxiety, trauma, or stress that feels stored in the body
✨ Struggling to relax or regulate after therapy sessions
✨ Seeking a grounded, body-based way to support your mental health journey

Yoga therapy with Mandy isn’t about perfect poses — it’s about presence. It’s about learning to listen inward, to soften where you’ve been holding tight, and to find stillness again.

If your healing path is calling for something embodied and gentle, Mandy is here to guide you. 🌸

Schedule with Mandy here ➡ https://www.lotuspsychotherapyllc.com/contact

11/18/2025

✨Introducing Our New Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) ✨

Big news from the Lotus Psychotherapy team — we’re expanding our continuum of care!

Our new Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is here to support adults who need more structure, stability, and community than weekly therapy alone can provide. This program is designed for those moments when life feels heavier than usual, and you need a space that’s both compassionate and steady.

At Lotus, we believe in meeting you where you are with care that’s warm, inclusive, and truly human-first.

Our IOP carries that same heart — offering deeper support while still honoring your autonomy, your pace, and your lived experience. This is care that sees the whole you, not a list of symptoms.

Who the IOP is for:

• Adults navigating increased emotional overwhelm, stress, or recovery challenges

• Folks who want structured support without feeling judged or rushed

• Anyone who benefits from a blend of therapy, skills-building, and community grounding

• Clients seeking intensive care that is accessible, including through insurance, without compromising quality

What you can expect:

A supportive, community-rooted environment that offers consistency, connection, and a clear path forward — all within the trusted Lotus approach to whole-person care.

If you or someone you love has been needing more support, we’re here.
➡https://www.lotuspsychotherapyllc.com/contact

You don’t have to navigate this chapter alone.

We’ll walk with you — one steady step at a time. ✨

11/13/2025

Kindness is quiet — but powerful.
It begins within us: in the way we speak to ourselves, extend grace, and hold space for healing.

When we choose compassion — for ourselves and others — we create ripples of peace that reach farther than we know.

Let’s honor that today.

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11/11/2025

Today we honor the ones who carried the weight of service — the quiet heroes who stood in the face of fear, who gave more than most could imagine, and who continue to live with the echoes of their courage.

At Lotus Psychotherapy, we see the invisible stories written in the hearts of our veterans. The resilience, the pain, the deep wells of strength — and the ongoing work of healing that follows service.

May today be a moment to pause, to breathe, and to remember: healing is not forgetting. It is honoring what was endured and choosing, again and again, to live with purpose and hope.

With deep gratitude, we thank all who have served — and the families who have walked beside them. ❤

11/10/2025

🌿 Meet Allison Scarinzi — founder of Lotus Psychotherapy in Annapolis. She built this practice out of a deep personal journey and a desire to re‑imagine mental health care as something healing, human‑first and accessible.

Allison believes in embracing the whole person — not just symptoms — and weaving together traditional talk therapy with body‑focused approaches like EMDR, brain‑spotting, and trauma‑informed somatic work. Her philosophy: from the mud, the lotus blooms. (Yep — that’s the inspiration behind the name.)

At Lotus, the mission is clear: make high‑quality therapy and addiction recovery care available to people who’ve been told “you have to wait” or “you’re not covered.” They accept insurance, neglect rigid copays, and match clients with therapists who specialize in their unique needs.

If you’re looking for support that meets you where you're at — in all your complexity and strength — Lotus might just be the place.

💛 Want to read more about Allison’s story and what she’s building?
https://voyagebaltimore.com/interview/community-highlights-meet-allison-scarinzi-of-lotus-psychotherapy-llc

11/04/2025

🌧️ What Is Depression — and Why Does It Feel Heavier in Winter?

🌧Depression isn’t just “feeling sad.”
It can look like exhaustion that doesn’t lift, losing interest in things you usually enjoy, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others.

As the days grow shorter and sunlight fades, many people notice their mood and energy dip. This isn’t weakness — it’s how our brains and bodies respond to changes in light, rhythm, and routine.
You might find it harder to get out of bed, to focus, or to feel hopeful — even if everything “looks fine” from the outside.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Seasonal changes can quietly impact mental health, and reaching out for support is a sign of care, not failure. 💛

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10/31/2025

Trick or treat… and don’t forget to breathe. 😌

Whether you’re handing out candy, dressing up, or keeping it cozy at home, remember that slowing down counts as self-care.

From all of us at Lotus Psychotherapy — wishing you a safe, lighthearted, and grounding Halloween! 🎃

10/28/2025

Ever wondered what a day in the life of IOP really feels like?

Spoiler: it’s not cold hospital rooms or endless checklists. It’s real conversations, grounding practices, and small wins that add up to big change.

You get to heal deeply — without stepping away from your real life. 🌿

Curious about our IOP programs?
Reach out here ➡https://www.lotuspsychotherapyllc.com/contact