Meet Melissa
Melissa Foster LISW-S (she/her)
Therapist & Co-Owner of Lotus Counseling Collective
As a Therapist, I believe that life’s greatest challenges are best healed in a safe environment. Maybe you’ve struggled with “getting over” a toxic relationship or managing everyday life stresses. As a parent you may be struggling to understand your child or maybe your child is struggling with their identify. Or maybe you are tired of feeling like you don’t have your shit together. My work focuses on helping people overcome past and present hardships as well as creating the future they want. I believe in compassion, authenticity, skill, and a splash of humor.
I specialize in working with members of the Queer (LGBQ+/TGNC) community who are interested in making changes and developing insight. I welcome people of all identities and backgrounds.
I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) in my practice- a tool for processing overwhelming or traumatic memories and other difficulties.
As a Queer individual I understand what it is like to be uncertain and confused. It’s important to remember that you should feel like you "click" with your therapist. Please feel free to share anything that would make you feel more comfortable in my office space/on telehealth sessions.