What We Do
Feminist, Anti-Racist, Anti-Oppression Counseling
You just want to be seen. AND loved. For who you really are, not the mask you wear every day. You're exhausted, or lonely, or feel like a fraud. But somewhere inside, you know it doesn't have to be this way. You're looking for someone you can trust enough to drop the pretense and learn how to live with courage and connection.
Liberation Counseling and Consulting is a collective of licensed therapists in Tucson, Arizona. We understand that true healing happens when you can bring your whole self to the therapy room. Too often, people feel they have to educate their therapists about their identities or hide parts of themselves. We believe that approach is fundamentally flawed.
People heal when they are seen, heard, and believed.
We do our own work, constantly challenging our understanding of systemic issues like white supremacy, racism, homophobia, ableism, patriarchy, colonialism, and capitalism. We embrace intersectionality, recognizing that each person's experience is shaped by multiple, overlapping identities. We strive to be better listeners, talking less and creating space for your voice.
With Liberation Counseling and Consulting, you don't have to be the teacher or hide parts of yourself. We're here to provide a safe, understanding space where you can explore, grow, and heal authentically.
Your whole self is not just accepted, but celebrated.
What We Offer
Our Services
Each of our services is rooted in the same commitment: you never have to leave any part of your identity at the door. Whether you're looking for affirming care, trauma processing, couples work, or skills-based therapy, we're here.
EMDR Therapy
An evidence-based approach for processing trauma that goes beyond traditional talk therapy. You don't need to detail your experiences out loud during EMDR. Available in regular sessions or intensives.
Learn More →2SLGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy
Affirming care for queer and trans folx at any stage of identity exploration, coming out, or transition support. You'll never have to explain basic concepts or justify who you are. You are welcome here.
Learn More →Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy
Whether you've received a diagnosis of ADHD, autism, or another form of neurodivergence, or you're still figuring it out, we help you move past stigma and embrace the way your brain actually works.
Learn More →Couples Therapy
Culturally competent couples therapy with options for regular sessions and therapy intensives. Rebuild trust, deepen connection, and navigate conflict with a therapist who understands your world.
Learn More →DBT Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are helpful for anyone struggling with being present, navigating relationships, or tolerating difficult situations. We can integrate these skills into our work together or focus on them intensively.
Learn More →Ready to Find Your Therapist?
We have experts available to match you with your ideal therapist. You don't have to go through this alone.
Schedule a Free ConsultationOur Teammates
Find Your Right Fit
To us, diversity and inclusion aren't buzz words or lip service. They're the foundations of the work we do. Whether you're struggling with your identity, the effects of systemic racism, or the impacts of poverty, we have a therapist who can help. Each of our teammates has years of experience with their specialties.
Amber Wychers
Healing isn't about fixing what's broken. It's about understanding, accepting, and growing into the person you were always meant to be. Amber specializes in working with adults navigating a late autism or ADHD diagnosis, childhood trauma, substance recovery, and relationship conflict.
Meet Amber
Atiq Shomar
I think of myself as a long-term therapist. The most important part of the equation is the relationship you and I have with each other. Atiq is trained in EMDR, DBT, and Internal Family Systems, with deep experience in culturally responsive care for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ folx.
Meet Atiq
Indy Gloyd
I take a person-centered, non-pathologizing approach that honors each client's individuality, lived experience, and identity. Indy specializes in gender identity exploration, autism-affirming therapy, relationship diversity, and kink-affirming care.
Meet IndyWhy It Works
The #1 predictor of successful therapy?
It's the relationship you have with your therapist.
Not the modality. Not the number of sessions. Not the type of insurance you carry. The relationship. That's why we invest time in getting to know you before we match you with a teammate. Therapy is an investment we're both making in your future, and it works best when you and your therapist genuinely click.
We're not a faceless directory. We're a small, intentional collective where you know exactly who your therapist is, what they believe, and why they do this work.
Getting Started
What to Expect
Beginning therapy can feel daunting, especially if you've had previous experiences with therapists who weren't equipped to hold your full identity. Here's how it works at Liberation Counseling and Consulting.
Text Us
Reach out at (520) 346-6232. We use text because we know phone calls aren't always accessible or safe.
Free Consultation
A member of our team will connect with you to understand your needs and answer your questions. No pressure, no commitment.
Therapist Matching
We'll match you with the teammate who's the best fit. We take this seriously because the relationship is the treatment.
Your First Session
In person at our Tucson offices or online across Arizona. Your therapist will get to know you as a whole person. You don't have to leave any of your identities at the door.
Have Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take my insurance?
The short answer is "maybe." Because we're a collective, each of our teammates sets their own rates and insurance policies. Some of us can take insurance, and others can't. Please get in touch with us for more information. If we can't take your insurance, we can provide you with all the paperwork you need to submit for out-of-network reimbursement.
What are your rates?
Because we're a collective, each of our teammates sets their own rates. Visit the Our Team page to learn more about each therapist, or contact us for details about fees and sliding scale availability.
Can I meet my therapist in person?
Yes! All of our teammates have in-person availability at our Tucson offices. We also offer online sessions for anyone who wants the convenience or flexibility of telehealth. We serve folx across Arizona.
How does online therapy work?
It's really simple! Before your first session, your therapist will send you an email or text message with a link to a secure site. At the time of your appointment, you just click the link to meet with your therapist. No tech wizardry required.
What should I expect in a free consultation?
Text us at (520) 346-6232 to get started. A member of our team will connect with you to understand your needs, answer your questions, and match you with the teammate who's the best fit. The consultation is free and there's no pressure. We take the matching process seriously because the therapeutic relationship is what makes therapy work.
How do I know which therapist is right for me?
The single strongest predictor of successful therapy is the quality of the relationship you have with your therapist. That's why we invest time in matching you with the right teammate. During your free consultation, we'll learn about your needs, your identity, and what matters most to you in a therapist, then connect you with the person we think is the best fit.
Do you work with teens?
Yes. We offer counseling for teens navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, identity exploration, and more. Our approach is age-appropriate, identity-affirming, and rooted in the same anti-oppression values that guide all of our work. Parents are involved in each step of their child's therapy process.
What does "anti-oppression therapy" actually mean?
It means your therapist won't ask you to leave your identity at the door. We recognize that systems like racism, heterosexism, transphobia, ableism, and classism cause real psychological harm, and we address that directly in our work. You won't have to educate your therapist about your community. We do our own work so you can focus on yours.
When You're Ready
Meet Your Therapist.
Start your journey with us today. Where your whole self is not just accepted, but celebrated.
10501 E Seven Generations Way, Ste 121, Tucson, AZ 85747
1200 N. El Dorado Pl, Ste D420, Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 346-6232 | hello@liberationcounseling.com
This content is intended for educational purposes and does not constitute medical or psychological advice. If you are in crisis, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.