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Eating Disorder, Mood, & Trauma Treatment based in Santa Cruz & San Francisco

Welcome to The Lotus Collaborative

With a close-knit team of compassionate clinicians, Lotus provides deeply personalized care that helps you feel safe, seen, and supported on your path to recovery.

Whether you’re navigating an eating disorder, mood challenges, or trauma, we’re here to meet you with care that respects your story, your identity, and your pace. With in-person programs in Santa Cruz and San Francisco, and virtual services across California, our PHP and IOP offerings create a bridge between clinical support and everyday life. Come as you are. We’ll meet you there.


Our Approach

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HOLISTIC HEALING

We balance evidence-based therapies with psychospiritual care, creating a soulful and science-backed approach to address the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

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REAL LIFE INTEGRATION

Our programs are designed to help clients practice recovery in their daily lives, so they can transition seamlessly back into their home and community with confidence.

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COLLABORATIVE CARE

We’re committed to ensuring every client feels heard, valued, and empowered to shape their treatment journey— finding your voice is a vital part of the recovery process.

Explore all of our treatments & services.

Options are available both virtually or in person at our Santa Cruz and San Francisco, California, locations.

  • Comprehensive care for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and any other mental health symptoms that cause significant distress.

    • 3+ hours of group therapy (3-5 days per week)

    • 1 hour of individual therapy per week

    • A personalized treatment plan created with your therapist

    • Support & oversight from a full clinical team

    *18 & up

  • Specialized care for anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and disordered eating. 

    Our PHP runs 5 to 7 hours a day, up to 7 days a week, and includes a full schedule of:

    • Group therapy

    • Individual therapy (2x/week)

    • One-on-one nutrition sessions (1x/week)

    • Weekly check-ins with our psychiatrist

    • Supervised meals and snacks

    Tailored to Your Needs

    • Teens (under 18) receive weekly family therapy

    • Adults can invite a loved one (like a parent or partner) to one of their therapy sessions

    • A personalized treatment and meal plan is created and adjusted as needed

    This level of care provides intensive treatment while allowing clients to return home at the end of each day.

    *14 & up

  • Focused recovery support for eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating.

    Our IOP runs 3+ hours a day, 3 to 7 days a week, and includes a schedule of:

    • Group therapy

    • Individual therapy (1x/week)

    • One-on-one nutrition sessions weekly or every other week

    • Supervised meals/snacks

    Tailored to Your Needs

    • Teens (under 18) receive weekly family therapy

    • Adult clients can opt to use their therapy session of the week for a session with a parent, partner or supporter.

    • A personalized treatment and meal plan is created and adjusted as needed

    This level of care is ideal for those who need more support than weekly therapy but want the flexibility to maintain their daily routines.

    *14 & up

  • Flexible, personalized support for recovery. Our outpatient services include individual therapy sessions to address emotional healing and recovery goals, as well as nutrition counseling to rebuild trust in food and the body. This level of care is ideal for clients needing less intensive support.

  • Innovative support for mood disorders and trauma. Through our partner clinic, Luminous Healing Center, clients can access ketamine-assisted psychotherapy to address depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Learn more about this evidence-based treatment here.

  • A safe, supportive space for anyone in eating disorder recovery. This weekly online group provides an opportunity to share experiences, connect with others on a similar path, and practice recovery skills in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment. Register Here →

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Hear real stories of gratitude & growth.

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We’re here to honor your story and help you build what’s next.

You might feel like life has become a cycle you can’t break—caught between struggles with food, overwhelming emotions, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others. It’s exhausting to carry so much alone, especially when it feels like no one truly understands.

At The Lotus Collaborative, we see you as more than a diagnosis. Your story, your struggles, and your strengths all matter here. With a team that listens deeply and tailors care to your needs, we’re here to help you build a path forward—one that feels grounded, empowering, and entirely your own.

You’re ready for this, and we’re here to help you get there.

Explore our Locations

Santa Cruz, California
2125 Delaware Ave STE A

Located just blocks from the Pacific Ocean, our Santa Cruz center provides a serene and supportive coastal environment for healing and recovery.

San Francisco, California
2500 Market Street

Nestled in the heart of the Castro District, our San Francisco center offers a welcoming, vibrant community space that is easily accessible by public transit and deeply reflective of the rich culture and history of the neighborhood it calls home.