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At Lotus Counseling, we specialize in nurturing the healing of the mind, body, and soul. Our holistic approach to counseling offers a unique and powerful journey of self-discovery. Let us help you unlock your fullest potential.
Meet theTeam
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Our team of experienced therapists and counselors are dedicated to helping our community through a holistic approach to healing. We strive for an inclusive environment that is accepting and affirming to all populations.

Director/Therapist
Krystal Conkle, MSW, LCSW
*Not accepting patients* Krystal earned her bachelor's degrees in Social Work and Psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater before completing her Master of Social Work with a specialization in Advanced Clinical Social Work at George Williams College. Throughout her career, Krystal has been dedicated to serving vulnerable populations, with specialized expertise in treating trauma in children and adolescents. Early in her career, she worked on complex, high-profile trauma cases, providing her with extensive clinical experience in crisis intervention, trauma recovery, and resilience-building. Her work in school settings further strengthened her understanding of how mental health challenges affect individuals across multiple environments, including home, school, and relationships. Krystal brings a compassionate, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approach to her work, helping individuals heal from adversity, develop resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. Her experience offers valuable insight into the importance of psychological safety, early intervention, and supporting mental well-being across all aspects of life. She is passionate about fostering conversations that reduce stigma, promote resilience, and empower people to thrive both personally and professionally.

Counselor
Bri Haase, LPC
Downtown Location
*Accepting new patients* Bri received her Master’s degree in Counselor Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She primarily works with adolescents and adults who have anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD. She also has some experience working with those with substance use disorders. Bri draws from theories such as Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Person Centered. She utilizes mindfulness in her work as well. Bri’s goal is to meet clients where they are at and provide a safe space by demonstrating authenticity, veracity, and unconditional positive regard.

Counselor
Sarah Weiland, APSW
Downtown Location
*Accepting new patients* Sarah is an Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW) who earned her Master of Social Work from Mount Mary University, with a certificate in forensic social work. She believes meaningful healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood, and brings a compassionate, grounded approach to her work. Sarah primarily works with children and their families, supporting concerns related to trauma, emotional and behavioral challenges, and major life transitions. She emphasizes early intervention and provides developmentally appropriate, strengths-based care that supports emotional regulation, attachment, and long-term well-being. She values building safety and trust while collaborating with caregivers and tailoring care to each child’s needs, with particular attention to military-connected families navigating transitions and reintegration. Sarah also works with adults navigating trauma, stress, grief, identity development, and life transitions, including survivors of domestic violence and individuals connected to military communities. Across all ages, her approach is trauma-informed, holistic, and client-centered, focused on building insight, resilience, and meaningful, lasting change.

Therapist
Cara Rheinschmidt APSW-SAC-IT
Northside Location
*Accepting new patients* Cara's approach is individualized for each client utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness. Cara also utilizes experiential art based therapy and play based therapy interventions. She see children as young as 5 years old, adolescents, and adults. Cara specialize in working with individuals who have issues with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma, PTSD, grief/loss, and substance use. She also has a special interest in working with LGBTQIA individuals.
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Therapist
Tiffany Kroll-Garcia, MSW, LCSW
North Location
*Accepting new patients* Tiffany is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC). After serving time in the US Navy, she returned to school and later obtained her Master of Social Work from UW-Madison in 2017. Tiffany treats patients ages 19-years-old and up. She has worked with adults with both addiction and mental health issues for the past eight years. Tiffany has experience working in both residential and outpatient settings. She promotes self-determination in-order-to help individuals develop the strength and motivation needed to improve mental health. Primary treatment modalities focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with Motivational Interviewing. When not working, Tiffany enjoys baking and listening to books and/or podcasts. She is passionate about helping individuals improve their overall quality of life and looks forward to getting to know you and your individual needs!

Therapist
Krystal Lucas, MSW, LCSW
North Location
*Accepting new patients in September* Krystal a licensed clinical social worker who’s passionate about helping kids, adults, and families feel supported, understood, and empowered. Krystal believes that mental health isn’t one-size-fits-all, so she use creative and practical approaches- whether that’s play and art with kids, or real-world strategies with adults-to meet people where they are. Krystal says "I love walking alongside families as they build stronger connections, and supporting individuals as they navigate stress, big feelings, or life changes. My goal is simple: to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel encouraged and equipped to thrive".

Counselor
Sarah Deegan, MS, LPC
Downtown & North Locations
SarahD.lotuscounseling@gmail.com
*Accepting new patients* Sarah received her Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater. Sarah has been working as an outpatient mental health provider where she provides psychotherapy across the lifespan. Sarah values a client centered approach as well as psychodynamic, often utilizing elements of Play Therapy and CBT in the therapeutic process

Counselor
Jyotsna Grandhi, MS, LPC, NCC
Downtown Location
jyotsna.lotuscounseling@gmail.com
*Accepting new virtual patients* Jyotsna (pronounced “joe-tsnuh”) offers a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space. By meeting online, she is able to support adults from all walks of life from the comfort of their own homes. In her work with individuals, Jyotsna offers a steady environment and a partnership rooted in kindness and respect. She helps people rebuild hope, live authentically, and connect meaningfully with themselves and others. Beyond individual therapy, Jyotsna uses her background in play therapy to offer parents tools for building stronger connections with their children.

Counselor
Tamara McDowel, LPC
*Not accepting new patients* Tamara is a licensed professional counselor with a master's degree in guidance and counseling from Bowling Green State University. She specializes in working with tweens, teens, and adults, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship concerns, and supporting the LGBTQ+ population. Using therapeutic techniques like person-centered therapy, CBT, interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and EMDR, Tamara customizes treatment to meet each client's unique needs. She is committed to building healing relationships that promote personal growth in a supportive therapeutic environment.

Therapist
Mary Wolf, MSW, LCSW
*Not accepting new patients* Mary graduated from Winona State University with a Bachelor's in Social Work and Psychology. She went on to receive her Master's in Social Work at the University of Minn. Mary retired from the Mayo Clinic after 32 years of service. Mary specializes in geriatric, adult, and medical psychiatry. Mary utilizes a variety of therapies to meet her clients individual needs; starting with Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs while working towards your best self.

Counselor
Laurie Brown, LPC, CSAC
Northside Location
*Accepting new patients* Laurie has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater. She earned her Grief Support Specialist Certificate from the University of Wisconsin Madison. Her clinical experience includes providing individual and group counseling to treat substance use disorders and mental health disorders, including grief and brainspotting. Laurie facilitates therapy sessions using an eclectic approach, which is based in Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness. Laurie uses a trauma informed and strengths based approach. Her philosophy is to meet clients where they are at while empowering the client, identifying strengths, instilling hope, and providing support throughout the treatment process

Counselor
Sabrina Adams, LPC
Northside Location
*Not accepting new patients* Sabrina holds a Master's Degree in Counselor Education from the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater. She has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. She works with anger, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, depression, parenting, and relationship/attachment issues. Sabrina is versed in providing support and education to parents and caregivers of children and teens struggling with mental health issues. She has experience running groups for children in school settings and for parents and caregivers. Sabrina operates from an integrative approach using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment, and Psychodynamic Theory to inform her work. She utilizes mindfulness, play therapy, sand tray, and creativity in her treatment approaches. Sabrina is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing or EMDR which is used to treat trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, addictions, and other distressing life experiences. Her goal is to create a secure space for children, teens, and their families to foster hope and growth toward living a valued and productive life

Counselor
Mary Kate Maske, MS, LPC
Downtown Location
*Not accepting new patients* Mary Kate is a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Mary Kate received a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UW-Whitewater. Mary Kate has provided extensive work with children and adolescents for over 15 years, having a strong passion for helping them with traumatic experiences. She provides EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) therapy to aid those who are suffering from traumatic experiences find healing. Mary Kate loves to get creative with mental health and uses unique ways for children and families to express and identify their feelings, advocate for themselves, and help them to understand themselves on a deeper level. Mary Kate's goals for clients are to learn to heal, to help them gain tools to work through their struggles, and help them find self-love. She believes every client deserves to be heard and have their story listened to. Mary Kate works at our downtown location.
How to schedule?
New patient appointments can be scheduled by contacting the office 608-554-3019. Our Patient Care Coordinator is available by phone Monday-Thursday 8-4:30. The PCC is available in person alternating between our two locations. They are downtown Monday and Wednesday and at our north office Tuesday and Thursday.
Business Hours
Business hours are Monday-Thursday 8-4:30. The Patient Care Coordinator is available in person alternating between both offices. They are downtown Monday and Wednesday and at North on Tuesday and Thursday.
Our clinicians have complete freedom and autonomy over their schedules which means that some work outside of typical business hours.
How to reach a therapist outside of business hours?
We do not offer crisis services. If you have an emergency please contact 911 or your local Crisis line.
To reach your therapist outside of the admin office hours, please send them an email directly. Emails can be found in the therapists bios above.
What to expect?
Upon arriving for your first appointment, you may or may not be greeted by our Patient Care Coordinator depending on which office she is at that day. No worries though! You can help yourself to our snack station and have a seat. Your therapist will be out shortly.
During the intake session, your therapist will gather information including family history, current and past symptoms, and history of trauma and adversities. This allows the therapist to better understand your needs. It also allows them to collaborate goals with the patient for treatment planning. The therapist will also schedule your next session at the end of your intake.
Intake paperwork
Our office uses Simple Practice which is an electronic health record system. All of our intake paperwork is electronic and sent right to your email. Intake paperwork must be completed prior to your first session.
Minors
Minors must be accompanied by a primary caregiver for intake appointments. A designated caregiver must be present in the building while the patient is in their appointment.
Address
DOWNTOWN
32 S Main St
Janesville WI 53545
NORTHSIDE
4450 Milton Ave, Suite 206
Janesville, WI 53545
Phone
608-554-3019
Fax
855-277-9589

