Desert Milagros meaning "desert miracles," provides a place for healing and recovery.
OUR STAFF
Therapist at Desert Milagros are Master level professionals who are trained in various treatment modalities and best practices that address recovery and healing from a holistic perspective. Our therapists are skilled in working with a wide range of patient issues and provide a warm, accepting, and safe place for each patient to begin their recovery.
Our team of professionals also includes various support staff including dietitians, counseling assistants, and personal trainers, each certified in their area of expertise. All of our staff participate in continuing education and training to enhance their abilities to provide you with the best possible care.

Kim received her Masters of Arts in Counseling from the University of New Mexico, following a career in the educational field. Kim is the Clinical Director for Desert Milagros and oversees the clinical team and the treatment programs at Desert Milagros. She is an innovative director who cares about the services provided to our patients and continues to develop each program to best address patient needs.
Kim has a therapeutic background in attachment theory, interpersonal biology, family systems, and trauma theory. She is a student of the Tapas Acupressure Technique and uses forms of energy psychology to help patients gain relief from symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Katherine is a certified personal trainer holding advanced certifications in Corrective Exercise and Weight Management, emphasizing functional movement, through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. As a personal trainer, Katherine assists patients in regaining range of motion, improving life impairments through emphasizing integrated whole-body movements, balance and coordination, leading to better stability and mobility. Katherineworks with all patients throughout our programs and facilitates a specialized groups for the Binge Eating program and patients dealing with obesity related issues.
Katherine obtained her BA from the University of Washington. She holds the following certifications:
- CPT: American Council on Exercise
- CES: National Academy of Sports Medicine
- WLS: National Academy of Sports Medicine
- CAFS: Gray Institute
- COS: American Council on Exercise