Klaudia Lehotai

Klaudia Lehotai, MA, LAC

Therapist | she/her
Tiež hovorím po Slovensky. Mluvím i česky. Mówię też po polsku. Je comprends le français.

"Be gentle with your past, kind to your own pace, and kind to the person you are becoming. Hold on to hope — not as a loud promise, but as a quiet trust that things can slowly get better."

-Anonymous

Klaudia approaches therapy with warmth, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person’s lived experience. She believes healing happens best within a genuine, collaborative relationship, where clients feel safe enough to explore even the most tender parts of their story. Her style is humanistic, mindful, and compassionate, grounded in the belief that nothing about a person is broken, only waiting to be better understood. Klaudia creates a nurturing and authentic space where reflection, emotional depth, and self-exploration can unfold at a pace that feels right, always guided by empathy and respect.

Working with Klaudia feels both supportive and empowering. She partners closely with clients to gently explore patterns, process difficult experiences, and build a stronger sense of self-worth and clarity. Even when conversations feel heavy, Klaudia makes room for lightness and humor, helping clients feel steady and accompanied rather than overwhelmed. She brings a strength-based lens to the work, supporting individuals and couples as they move through trauma, transitions, grief, and identity exploration, toward a version of themselves that feels more aligned, grounded, and true. Her ability to offer therapy in multiple languages further deepens her commitment to meeting clients where they are and honoring the full context of their experiences.

Klaudia Lehotai

FACTS ABOUT KLAUDIA

Therapy Style

  • Compassionate
  • Collaborative
  • Mindful
  • Person-Centered
  • Reflective
  • Strengths-Based

Education

  • BA in Psychology from Northern Illinois University
  • MA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University 

Favorite Hobby

Klaudia lives for adventuring and spending time outdoors, no challenge is too big or small. Biggest hike so far has been hiking the Grand Canyon rim to rim in a day. Lounge time in a hammock is also much appreciated.

POPULATIONS

Individuals
Individuals 9+
Couples
Couples
Telehealth
Telehealth
AZ
In Person
In Person

Scope of Practice

In addition to specializing in Complex Trauma and PTSD, Identity and Self-Esteem, and Life Transitions and Adjustment Challenges, Klaudia also has formal training and experience working with Mood Disorders including Anxiety and Depression, Maladaptive Coping Mechanisms, Personality Disorders, OCD, Boundary Setting and Assertiveness, Grief And Loss, Discernment, Relational Conflict, Women’s Issues, Various Forms Of Abuse And Neglect, Suicidality And Self Harm, and Transition to Adulthood.

Evidence-Based Modalities

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Strength-Based Therapy