Our Mission
To empower growth and healing by providing inclusive, innovative and accessible therapy and wellness services.
We aim to always provide the highest quality mental health care, to fight against stigma and oppression, and to honor the unique experiences, needs, culture, and identity of each individual.
Our Therapy Services
Whole-Person Therapy in Tucson, Offered In-Person or Online
People come to therapy for many reasons — to find relief from anxiety or stress, to heal from trauma, to navigate transitions, or to feel more connected to themselves and others. At Desert Lotus Counseling, we tailor our services to each unique individual, rather than focusing on symptoms alone. This approach creates space for deep healing, growth, and self-discovery. We specialize in supporting young adults and college students, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those healing from trauma, offering affirming, integrative care that helps you reconnect to your inner strength and resilience.
You deserve a space to heal, reflect, and grow — this can be yours.
Here are a few experiences that may resonate with you and often come up in our work with clients:
- Constant overthinking or racing thoughts that won’t quiet down
- Feeling anxious, restless, or “on alert” even when things seem fine
- Burnout from caregiving, work, or trying to do it all
- Grief that lingers, even when others expect you to have “moved on”
- Feeling disconnected — from yourself, your body, or the world around you
- Perfectionism and self-criticism that keep you from feeling good enough
- Depression, exhaustion, or emotional numbness
- Relationship problems and communication challenges
- Repeating the same patterns over and over despite your efforts to change
- The weight of systemic injustice, collective stress, and the state of the world
- Exploring or affirming your gender or sexual identity
- Navigating family dynamics, boundaries, or chosen family
- The loneliness of not being fully seen or understood
- Difficulty trusting safety — in your body, relationships, or environment
Hi, I’m Melissa
The founder and Clinical Director of Desert Lotus Counseling
I created this practice to offer a space where people can heal, grow, and feel seen as their whole selves.
Our team provides inclusive, trauma-informed care that honors your identities, validates your experiences, and recognizes that many struggles are shaped by systemic pressures. Here, you’ll find a safe, supportive place to reconnect with yourself and your inner strength.