Welcome
We are so pleased that you found us! It has been a long journey to get to right here where you are now. Whatever brought you here — a hard relationship, a difficult past, a season of your life that's felt unsafe or overwhelming — you don't have to face it alone. We are here to help you navigate it all and find steady ground again. Welcome, my friend, to Lotus Oasis.
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Lotus Oasis Counseling and Wellness is a telehealth therapy practice serving clients across Ohio. Led by Melissa Roark, LPCC, the practice specializes in trauma-focused care — with particular experience supporting clients navigating complex relationships and life transitions.
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Our approach is rooted in both Buddhist principles and evidence-based clinical practice. We draw on concepts like presence, impermanence, and non-judgmental awareness alongside proven modalities like CBT, DBT, and ACT — blending ancient wisdom with modern science. At the core of our work is a simple belief: healing happens within the authentic self, and the authentic self only emerges when it feels safe enough to do so. Our goal is to offer that safety — a space where you can set down the masks, the performance, and the pressure to be anything other than who you truly are, so that real healing and authentic living can begin.
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Lotus Oasis Counseling and Wellness is deeply rooted in the Buddhist philosophy of why people suffer and how people heal. Our approach is not only guided by evidence-based practice but by great psychological and philosophical thinkers such as Irvin Yalom, M.D.,Nāgārjuna, Pema Chödrön, Ram Dass and Thích Nhất Hạnh. At Lotus Oasis, we use a holistic and integrative approach that is rooted in existentialism, cognitive behavior theory, and dialectical theory. We primarily utilize mindfulness-focused and trauma-focused CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, the Gottman Method, and a Family Systems approach to treatment. Therapy is tailored to fit your specific story rather than a one-size-fits-all model. Sessions are held virtually, making it possible to get support from wherever feels safest and most comfortable for you.
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At Lotus Oasis, we welcome individuals, couples, and families ages 15 and up.
Many clients come to us during some of life's hardest moments — navigating complex relationships, homelessness, sudden transitions, the loss of a loved one or even the loss of themselves amidst it all. Wherever you are coming from, we will meet you there. We also proudly work with LGBTQ+ individuals and those in the midst of transition, offering an affirming and judgment-free space. Additionally, we support older adults and those in end-of-life stages, honoring the unique needs and reflections that come with this season of life.
Meet Your Therapist
Melissa Rose Roark, MA, LPCC, CCTP, CGP
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Certified Grief-Informed Professional
Melissa Roark is the founder of Lotus Oasis Counseling and Wellness. With years of experience as a domestic violence therapist and advocate, she brings deep expertise in trauma, grief, and complex relationships to every session — grounded in both clinical skill and lived resilience.
Our Services
Diagnostic Assessments
Lotus Oasis offers comprehensive psychological assessments and treatment planning that is tailored to you and your personal goals. Assessment includes a full biopsychosocial profile and takes about 2 hours to complete. Basic screening available for ADHD and Autism-Spectrum upon request.
Clinical Psychotherapy
Lotus Oasis offers advanced clinical psychotherapy for individuals (ages 15 and up), couples, and families seeking stabilization and healing. We specialize in trauma disorders, domestic violence, grief and bereavement. (Telehealth only)
Professional Consultation
Lotus Oasis offers professional consultation with external providers who are seeking to expand their scope of practice with domestic violence and trauma populations. This is offered at no cost to actively licensed providers.
Agency Trainings
Lotus Oasis offers evidence-based psychoeducation and resiliency trainings. With 6 years’ experience offering monthly trainings, we know how to develop a single training or training series that meets your agency’s unique needs.
Professional Blog
Lotus Oasis offers a professional blog dedicated to educating the public on mental health. From the latest research on disorders and treatment approaches to practical insights on healing, our goal is to make quality mental health information accessible to everyone.
Free Wellness Activities
Lotus Oasis provides weekly wellness activities to the public to improve therapeutic outcomes and reduce recidivism of symptoms. This includes, but is not limited to, their weekly guided meditation series, gratitude practice, newsletter poetry and musings, and community engagement.
Request a Consultation
Questions? Please fill out this form and we will get back to you within the week. If you are interested in a free 15-minute phone consultation, please note this in the message and provide a phone number we can contact you at.