Therapists in Tucson, AZ
As a former professional athlete, I know what it takes to overcome adversity and life stressors. I incorporate my experience in sports and mental health to help work towards your goals. Together, we'll set goals for improved mental well-being, healthier relationships, increased self-confidence, and learning new coping skills. I'm passionate about instilling personal growth, healing from trauma, enhancing self-awareness, and finding life satisfaction. Whether seeking clarity, relief, resilience, communication improvement, or healthier behaviors, I'm committed to helping clients reach their fullest potential and promoting well-being.
As a former professional athlete, I know what it takes to overcome adversity and life stressors. I incorporate my experience in sports and mental health to help work towards your goals. Together, we'll set goals for improved mental well-being, healthier relationships, increased self-confidence, and learning new coping skills. I'm passionate about instilling personal growth, healing from trauma, enhancing self-awareness, and finding life satisfaction. Whether seeking clarity, relief, resilience, communication improvement, or healthier behaviors, I'm committed to helping clients reach their fullest potential and promoting well-being.
My goal throughout my 30 plus years of practice has been to help you find peace in your otherwise difficult situation - comfort that may not be conceivable when you face your pain alone. Together we can work on the healing process and restore your quality of life. No one should suffer stress for long periods of time. Establishing solid mental health can also prevent related physical illnesses; consultation will benefit your entire being. Being treated in my safe, nurturing environment will enable you to leave with renewed strength and confidence for enjoying your life.
My goal throughout my 30 plus years of practice has been to help you find peace in your otherwise difficult situation - comfort that may not be conceivable when you face your pain alone. Together we can work on the healing process and restore your quality of life. No one should suffer stress for long periods of time. Establishing solid mental health can also prevent related physical illnesses; consultation will benefit your entire being. Being treated in my safe, nurturing environment will enable you to leave with renewed strength and confidence for enjoying your life.
Clients issues may range from a diverse array of both severe and chronic problems which include depression, anxiety, addiction, marital conflicts, and diverse traumas as a child or as an adult. Those issues may lead to suicidal/homicidal ideation, or self-directed violence. Client may present with unmet needs of seeking meaningful personal relationships, or needing to improve interpersonal or social connections. The goals to decrease mental health symptoms, improve daily functioning, and quality of life. This can be accomplished by working collaboratively in a supportive safe environment.
Clients issues may range from a diverse array of both severe and chronic problems which include depression, anxiety, addiction, marital conflicts, and diverse traumas as a child or as an adult. Those issues may lead to suicidal/homicidal ideation, or self-directed violence. Client may present with unmet needs of seeking meaningful personal relationships, or needing to improve interpersonal or social connections. The goals to decrease mental health symptoms, improve daily functioning, and quality of life. This can be accomplished by working collaboratively in a supportive safe environment.
If you are feeling lost or unsure of who you are in the midst of life transitions, we will be a good fit. Whether you’re navigating a divorce or breakup, struggling with aging, coping with the loss of a loved one, or adjusting to a chronic illness/disability, these transitions can shake your sense of self and leave you wondering “who am I?” I understand how overwhelming these moments can be, and I’m here to help you regain your confidence and move forward with a renewed sense of meaning and purpose. I am also trained in EMDR which can help address traumatic memories, thoughts, and feelings related to trauma.
If you are feeling lost or unsure of who you are in the midst of life transitions, we will be a good fit. Whether you’re navigating a divorce or breakup, struggling with aging, coping with the loss of a loved one, or adjusting to a chronic illness/disability, these transitions can shake your sense of self and leave you wondering “who am I?” I understand how overwhelming these moments can be, and I’m here to help you regain your confidence and move forward with a renewed sense of meaning and purpose. I am also trained in EMDR which can help address traumatic memories, thoughts, and feelings related to trauma.
Immediate openings! I am currently working towards an AASECT approved Sex Therapy Certification. My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, patient, and free of judgment. My primary focus is helping heal connections within couples and families. I have experience working with individuals with trauma, neurodiversity, mood disorders, identity issues, grief, loss, and many more populations. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink affirming, and ethical non-monogamy affirming therapist.
Immediate openings! I am currently working towards an AASECT approved Sex Therapy Certification. My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, patient, and free of judgment. My primary focus is helping heal connections within couples and families. I have experience working with individuals with trauma, neurodiversity, mood disorders, identity issues, grief, loss, and many more populations. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink affirming, and ethical non-monogamy affirming therapist.
You may feel stuck in painful relationship patterns, intense emotions, or cycles that continue despite insight. Perhaps you’ve done therapy before, understand where things come from, and still find yourself repeating the same dynamics. I offer a depth-oriented, experiential approach that moves beyond intellectual understanding and supports meaningful, lasting change.
You may feel stuck in painful relationship patterns, intense emotions, or cycles that continue despite insight. Perhaps you’ve done therapy before, understand where things come from, and still find yourself repeating the same dynamics. I offer a depth-oriented, experiential approach that moves beyond intellectual understanding and supports meaningful, lasting change.
Rita Weatherholt, MS, LPC, NCC. My approach to therapy is client-centered, meeting the client where they are. This approach is integrated with a variety of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness, and SFBT. I am trained in EMDR and will work with clients to determine if that modality is appropriate for them.
Rita Weatherholt, MS, LPC, NCC. My approach to therapy is client-centered, meeting the client where they are. This approach is integrated with a variety of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness, and SFBT. I am trained in EMDR and will work with clients to determine if that modality is appropriate for them.
Would you like to... Feel more centered? Sleep better? Make decisions more easily? Create a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Professional Yoga Therapist. I am a holistic psychotherapist here to help you find contentment in painful moments and heal emotional wounds keeping you from living joyfully. Together, we will utilize mindfulness practices to focus on internal thoughts, feelings, and becoming grounded. This will allow you to better manage your feelings, make better choices, think fewer negative thoughts, communicate more easily, and react to stress more mindfully.
Would you like to... Feel more centered? Sleep better? Make decisions more easily? Create a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Professional Yoga Therapist. I am a holistic psychotherapist here to help you find contentment in painful moments and heal emotional wounds keeping you from living joyfully. Together, we will utilize mindfulness practices to focus on internal thoughts, feelings, and becoming grounded. This will allow you to better manage your feelings, make better choices, think fewer negative thoughts, communicate more easily, and react to stress more mindfully.
Caring. Understanding. Empathic. Encouraging. These are all qualities you will experience while working with me as we navigate your path towards self-exploration. Research shows that the relationship between the therapist and the client is a significant contributing factor in the success of therapy. This is why I make every effort to put my clients at ease starting from the moment you walk in the door at your first session. I want to create a collaborative relationship with you so that, together, we can take steps to improve the quality of your relationships, your family, your life.
Caring. Understanding. Empathic. Encouraging. These are all qualities you will experience while working with me as we navigate your path towards self-exploration. Research shows that the relationship between the therapist and the client is a significant contributing factor in the success of therapy. This is why I make every effort to put my clients at ease starting from the moment you walk in the door at your first session. I want to create a collaborative relationship with you so that, together, we can take steps to improve the quality of your relationships, your family, your life.
Starting therapy can be stressful.. It's hard to be vulnerable and trust someone you don't know. But I am easy to talk with and will hold everything you share with me in confidence. I have over ten years experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, and substance abuse.
I use EMDR, EMDR for Couples and Rapid Resolution(R) therapies to aid in your road to healing and acceptance.
I offer a safe space for all to explore, question, and process- no matter your age, ethnicity, or sexual preference. Together we can craft a new narrative so you can be the authentic person you were meant to be
Starting therapy can be stressful.. It's hard to be vulnerable and trust someone you don't know. But I am easy to talk with and will hold everything you share with me in confidence. I have over ten years experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, and substance abuse.
I use EMDR, EMDR for Couples and Rapid Resolution(R) therapies to aid in your road to healing and acceptance.
I offer a safe space for all to explore, question, and process- no matter your age, ethnicity, or sexual preference. Together we can craft a new narrative so you can be the authentic person you were meant to be
Life stress can leave us feeling disconnected and uncertain. You are someone who works hard to meet your goals but still find yourself struggling to connect to your experiences and relationships, feeling discouraged and not good about yourself. But you are ready to make a change. You are ready to feel happy again. You are ready to make meaning out of your experiences again. Most of all, you are ready to be the best version of yourself. I want to help you get there!
Life stress can leave us feeling disconnected and uncertain. You are someone who works hard to meet your goals but still find yourself struggling to connect to your experiences and relationships, feeling discouraged and not good about yourself. But you are ready to make a change. You are ready to feel happy again. You are ready to make meaning out of your experiences again. Most of all, you are ready to be the best version of yourself. I want to help you get there!
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or stuck in toxic relationship patterns? I help clients understand how attachment patterns and past experiences influence relationships, emotions, and self-worth. I specialize in anxiety, trauma/PTSD, depression, and relationship dynamics, including healing from narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, and domestic violence. My passion for this work is also personal—I have lived experience with relationship trauma, which allows me to approach my work with deep empathy and understanding. As a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist in Arizona, I offer a supportive space to rebuild confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or stuck in toxic relationship patterns? I help clients understand how attachment patterns and past experiences influence relationships, emotions, and self-worth. I specialize in anxiety, trauma/PTSD, depression, and relationship dynamics, including healing from narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, and domestic violence. My passion for this work is also personal—I have lived experience with relationship trauma, which allows me to approach my work with deep empathy and understanding. As a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist in Arizona, I offer a supportive space to rebuild confidence.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with the state of Arizona. I have been in practice for 10 years and have worked with adults who experience a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, thought disorders, mood disorders, and personality disorders. I understand that each of us is much more than a diagnosis or any other label. I work with clients to identify feelings, behaviors, and patterns of thought that have become problematic, and use principles of DBT, CBT, and motivational interviewing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with the state of Arizona. I have been in practice for 10 years and have worked with adults who experience a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, thought disorders, mood disorders, and personality disorders. I understand that each of us is much more than a diagnosis or any other label. I work with clients to identify feelings, behaviors, and patterns of thought that have become problematic, and use principles of DBT, CBT, and motivational interviewing.
My ideal client is someone curious about who they are but unsure where to start. They may be exploring their queer identity, managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression, and seeking acceptance in spaces that haven’t always felt safe. They want to feel seen, gain self-understanding, and build balance in their life. Together, we’ll create a compassionate space for growth and authenticity.
My ideal client is someone curious about who they are but unsure where to start. They may be exploring their queer identity, managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression, and seeking acceptance in spaces that haven’t always felt safe. They want to feel seen, gain self-understanding, and build balance in their life. Together, we’ll create a compassionate space for growth and authenticity.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and EMDR Certified Therapist. I have been in the field since 2007. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and dissociative disorders.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and EMDR Certified Therapist. I have been in the field since 2007. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and dissociative disorders.
Many of my clients are children, teens, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, anger, or difficult transitions such as divorce and separation. They want to feel safe, understood, and empowered, and they often come to therapy looking for tools to manage emotions, strengthen relationships, and rebuild confidence.
Many of my clients are children, teens, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, anger, or difficult transitions such as divorce and separation. They want to feel safe, understood, and empowered, and they often come to therapy looking for tools to manage emotions, strengthen relationships, and rebuild confidence.
I know that therapy can often be a daunting process and finding the right therapist is not always easy. I bring nearly 14 years of therapeutic experience to help you achieve your goals in therapy.
I know that therapy can often be a daunting process and finding the right therapist is not always easy. I bring nearly 14 years of therapeutic experience to help you achieve your goals in therapy.
I have years of experience working with addictions, depression, young adult, and teen issues, as well as trauma informed equine assisted therapy. I am passionate about recovery and helping those in need find their own recovery. I work to help individuals let go of the old messages that are mean and belittling to themselves, and help replace them with compassion and kindness. Because, it's when we feel good about ourselves that we are able to treat ourselves well. I also use trauma informed approaches to help educate clients for them to learn to regulate and manage their nervous system.
I have years of experience working with addictions, depression, young adult, and teen issues, as well as trauma informed equine assisted therapy. I am passionate about recovery and helping those in need find their own recovery. I work to help individuals let go of the old messages that are mean and belittling to themselves, and help replace them with compassion and kindness. Because, it's when we feel good about ourselves that we are able to treat ourselves well. I also use trauma informed approaches to help educate clients for them to learn to regulate and manage their nervous system.
Life can be overwhelming and painful. It takes courage and strength to reach out for help. By offering hope, support, feedback, education, and compassion, we will work together to improve the quality of your life as quickly as possible.
Life can be overwhelming and painful. It takes courage and strength to reach out for help. By offering hope, support, feedback, education, and compassion, we will work together to improve the quality of your life as quickly as possible.
Healthy relationships are important to everyone. My focus will be on building trusting, caring, and empathetic professional relationships as we work together related to what internal and/or external changes a person wants to focus on. As we work together, it's important to not only be communicating about what a person needs and/or wants are and then create goals and/or plans related to their changes.
Healthy relationships are important to everyone. My focus will be on building trusting, caring, and empathetic professional relationships as we work together related to what internal and/or external changes a person wants to focus on. As we work together, it's important to not only be communicating about what a person needs and/or wants are and then create goals and/or plans related to their changes.
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Number of Therapists in Tucson, AZ
1,000+
Average cost per session
$141
Therapists in Tucson, AZ who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Social Anxiety |
| 91% | Health Anxiety |
| 91% | Driving Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 89% | Aetna |
| 75% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Tucson, AZ see their clients
| 59% | In Person and Online | |
| 41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |