Adoption Therapists in Crawford County, AR
Rebecca Whitson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone has a story. Yours is unique and valuable, and I'm here to listen. Whether you have specific goals you're working toward or just need a place to connect and sort through life, I would love to help.
Everyone has a story. Yours is unique and valuable, and I'm here to listen. Whether you have specific goals you're working toward or just need a place to connect and sort through life, I would love to help.
Donna Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, TA-S, RPT-S, AAT-I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hurts and pain leave us feeling shattered, injured, and disconnected from our true selves. You may be fed up with the constant pain from your past, feeling that you will never be happy or normal. You might not even remember a time when life didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to be happy and move forward without the past haunting or hurting you. You’re ready to have and feel peace in your heart, brain, and body. Most of all, you’re ready to know you are enough and that your future can be full of happiness and joy
Hurts and pain leave us feeling shattered, injured, and disconnected from our true selves. You may be fed up with the constant pain from your past, feeling that you will never be happy or normal. You might not even remember a time when life didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to be happy and move forward without the past haunting or hurting you. You’re ready to have and feel peace in your heart, brain, and body. Most of all, you’re ready to know you are enough and that your future can be full of happiness and joy
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in play therapy to provide counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families. I am honored to work with children and to provide a safe place for them to resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development, specifically through play. My work with children involves meeting them where they are emotionally and developmentally through play therapy, while also working with their families to improve daily functioning. Play therapy gives children the capability to improve regulation skills, tolerate frustrations, and improve relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in play therapy to provide counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families. I am honored to work with children and to provide a safe place for them to resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development, specifically through play. My work with children involves meeting them where they are emotionally and developmentally through play therapy, while also working with their families to improve daily functioning. Play therapy gives children the capability to improve regulation skills, tolerate frustrations, and improve relationships.
Patricia (Patti) Lashley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I believe we are each on a journey in life and sometimes we need someone willing to walk with us to help us along our path. It is my goal for everyone to feel accepted and to know they are not alone. I believe everyone has the ability and capability to be their best selves. It is my mission to provide a safe and supportive space for my clients so they achieve the best in their lives. I work with adolescences, adults, and single parent, divorced, and blended families. I embrace working with diverse people of every race, ethnicity, sexual orientation,
I believe we are each on a journey in life and sometimes we need someone willing to walk with us to help us along our path. It is my goal for everyone to feel accepted and to know they are not alone. I believe everyone has the ability and capability to be their best selves. It is my mission to provide a safe and supportive space for my clients so they achieve the best in their lives. I work with adolescences, adults, and single parent, divorced, and blended families. I embrace working with diverse people of every race, ethnicity, sexual orientation,
Dr. Deborah Braboy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Serves Area
My goal is for my clients to feel hope when they leave my office. I believe there are times when folks are lacking the tools to get back on track after they have been derailed by life. I believe healing starts within the therapeutic relationship and I look forward to connecting with clients! My job is to help them on their journey in working toward a healthy outlook and better connections in their relationships. I enjoy working with those who are dealing with grief & loss issues, trauma, relationship struggles, anyone who just need someone who cares.
My goal is for my clients to feel hope when they leave my office. I believe there are times when folks are lacking the tools to get back on track after they have been derailed by life. I believe healing starts within the therapeutic relationship and I look forward to connecting with clients! My job is to help them on their journey in working toward a healthy outlook and better connections in their relationships. I enjoy working with those who are dealing with grief & loss issues, trauma, relationship struggles, anyone who just need someone who cares.
Stacy Adams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-TA, EMDR-T, CSAM, CAIMHP, C-ADHD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I want to start by saying that I truly hold a solid belief that each and every human deserves to feel happiness, love, excitement, contentment, and ultimately to achieve their dreams, desires, goals, and best-selves! I implement an integrative approach, with a craving to help. Whether that assistance be with an individual navigating ADHD, a person learning to cope with anxiety/depression, a couple for growth & change, entire family in need, I am devoted to seeking out and destroying the obstacles, strongholds, cognitive distortions, or whatever the “problem” is that is impeding their ability to live happy, healthy, fulfilled lives.
I want to start by saying that I truly hold a solid belief that each and every human deserves to feel happiness, love, excitement, contentment, and ultimately to achieve their dreams, desires, goals, and best-selves! I implement an integrative approach, with a craving to help. Whether that assistance be with an individual navigating ADHD, a person learning to cope with anxiety/depression, a couple for growth & change, entire family in need, I am devoted to seeking out and destroying the obstacles, strongholds, cognitive distortions, or whatever the “problem” is that is impeding their ability to live happy, healthy, fulfilled lives.
Online Therapists
Joanna Beth Person-Michener
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701
These include trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, adjustment, self-esteem, as well as stressors related to foster care, adoption, minority status, incarceration history, and gender expansiveness.
In her therapeutic practice, Joanna employs a range of approaches, primarily client-centered, strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, play, Gestalt, nature-based, and Adlerian. She emphasizes the human need for empathy and encouragement, with additional expertise in trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
These include trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, adjustment, self-esteem, as well as stressors related to foster care, adoption, minority status, incarceration history, and gender expansiveness.
In her therapeutic practice, Joanna employs a range of approaches, primarily client-centered, strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, play, Gestalt, nature-based, and Adlerian. She emphasizes the human need for empathy and encouragement, with additional expertise in trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Jessica Jeffrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72703
I also have experience in supporting individuals within the foster care and adoption community.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, with a goal of fostering a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach to therapy. I believe in meeting each person where they are on their unique journey. By providing an accepting and safe environment, I aim to create a space where you can freely express yourself. I understand the significance of relationships in our lives and offer support to families, working together to improve communication and understanding. Through our work together, we can nurture stronger connections within your family unit.
I also have experience in supporting individuals within the foster care and adoption community.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, with a goal of fostering a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach to therapy. I believe in meeting each person where they are on their unique journey. By providing an accepting and safe environment, I aim to create a space where you can freely express yourself. I understand the significance of relationships in our lives and offer support to families, working together to improve communication and understanding. Through our work together, we can nurture stronger connections within your family unit.
This also fuels my passion for working with transracial adoption and racial identity development.
As a new therapist, I am eager to embark on the fulfilling journey of helping others from all walks of life. My top priority as a therapist is the well-being of my clients, and I am dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space for everyone who walks through my door. I want my clients to feel supported and understood, no matter their personal background, race, ethnicity or cultural history.
This also fuels my passion for working with transracial adoption and racial identity development.
As a new therapist, I am eager to embark on the fulfilling journey of helping others from all walks of life. My top priority as a therapist is the well-being of my clients, and I am dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space for everyone who walks through my door. I want my clients to feel supported and understood, no matter their personal background, race, ethnicity or cultural history.
Cassidy specializes in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, adoption, and many other issues.
As your counselor, Cassidy focuses on creating a warm and comfortable environment for each person to feel known and understood. As a trusted foundation is built, she will bring you into the focused work of the counseling process, where you will work together to bring growth and change in your life and relationships. Her desire for counseling is that it will produce in each person’s life an alignment with God’s design that will bring true freedom no matter what challenges you are facing.
Cassidy specializes in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, adoption, and many other issues.
As your counselor, Cassidy focuses on creating a warm and comfortable environment for each person to feel known and understood. As a trusted foundation is built, she will bring you into the focused work of the counseling process, where you will work together to bring growth and change in your life and relationships. Her desire for counseling is that it will produce in each person’s life an alignment with God’s design that will bring true freedom no matter what challenges you are facing.
I have experience working with children and families in foster care, adoption, and those who have experienced traumatic events.
Welcome! My name is Laura Carpenter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Fayetteville, Arkansas. My specialties include working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. My goal for our time together is to provide a warm, safe environment for you to find relief and healing.
I have experience working with children and families in foster care, adoption, and those who have experienced traumatic events.
Welcome! My name is Laura Carpenter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Fayetteville, Arkansas. My specialties include working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. My goal for our time together is to provide a warm, safe environment for you to find relief and healing.
Katherine Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Other experience includes adoption and foster care, working with people living with HIV, people who use drugs and survivors of sexual violence.
I work with my clients to address and heal intergenerational and attachment trauma and unlearn what no longer serves you. I work from a strengths based and trauma informed perspective and honor each person’s somatic wisdom and inherent worth. I respect personal autonomy and always provide a space free of stigma and judgment.
Other experience includes adoption and foster care, working with people living with HIV, people who use drugs and survivors of sexual violence.
I work with my clients to address and heal intergenerational and attachment trauma and unlearn what no longer serves you. I work from a strengths based and trauma informed perspective and honor each person’s somatic wisdom and inherent worth. I respect personal autonomy and always provide a space free of stigma and judgment.
My specialization focuses on trauma that spans across a myriad of symptoms and experiences such as depression, anxiety, varying traumas, grief & loss, PTSD, experiences of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, divorce, relationship challenges, chronic illness, family members or those close to a chronically ill person, religious trauma, and adoption, among other areas.
I'm passionate about understanding your journey and empowering you to lead a life filled with joy and vitality. The heart of my approach lies in compassion, curiosity and creativity, driving me to adopt a client-centered methodology. This means delving into not just your personal narrative but also understanding your environment, history, and the various systems influencing your present experience. I tailor my style and interventions to align with you. Together, we'll uncover what resonates most with you and co-create during the healing process.
My specialization focuses on trauma that spans across a myriad of symptoms and experiences such as depression, anxiety, varying traumas, grief & loss, PTSD, experiences of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, divorce, relationship challenges, chronic illness, family members or those close to a chronically ill person, religious trauma, and adoption, among other areas.
I'm passionate about understanding your journey and empowering you to lead a life filled with joy and vitality. The heart of my approach lies in compassion, curiosity and creativity, driving me to adopt a client-centered methodology. This means delving into not just your personal narrative but also understanding your environment, history, and the various systems influencing your present experience. I tailor my style and interventions to align with you. Together, we'll uncover what resonates most with you and co-create during the healing process.
I have specialized experience working within the adoption triad.
Hi, I’m Hannah. I know there are a lot of therapists on this website, and figuring out who’s the right fit can feel overwhelming. If you’re here, you’re probably carrying a lot—and maybe you’ve been carrying it for longer than you’d like to admit. You don’t have to do it alone.
Whether you’re working through past trauma, navigating a faith transition, or feeling the weight of a demanding career, I’m here to support you. I’ve worked with a wide range of individuals and understand the complexities that come with different life experiences.
I have specialized experience working within the adoption triad.
Hi, I’m Hannah. I know there are a lot of therapists on this website, and figuring out who’s the right fit can feel overwhelming. If you’re here, you’re probably carrying a lot—and maybe you’ve been carrying it for longer than you’d like to admit. You don’t have to do it alone.
Whether you’re working through past trauma, navigating a faith transition, or feeling the weight of a demanding career, I’m here to support you. I’ve worked with a wide range of individuals and understand the complexities that come with different life experiences.
During my time in the therapeutic space, I have provided trauma-informed care working with children and families that have experienced individual life stressors, foster care, adoption and traumatic events.
I believe that every individual and their families deserve to have a place where they feel heard, supported and safe. I aim to provide a safe therapeutic space, that allows for collaboration to heal while processing life’s current stressors.
During my time in the therapeutic space, I have provided trauma-informed care working with children and families that have experienced individual life stressors, foster care, adoption and traumatic events.
I believe that every individual and their families deserve to have a place where they feel heard, supported and safe. I aim to provide a safe therapeutic space, that allows for collaboration to heal while processing life’s current stressors.
Laura Camargo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72703
I have experience in the field of adoption/foster care as well.
It is my belief that everyone experiences struggles at some point in their life and can benefit from sharing those experiences in a safe, supportive environment. My goal as a therapist is to help you reach the goals you set and empower you to make the changes in your life you would like to see.
I have experience in the field of adoption/foster care as well.
It is my belief that everyone experiences struggles at some point in their life and can benefit from sharing those experiences in a safe, supportive environment. My goal as a therapist is to help you reach the goals you set and empower you to make the changes in your life you would like to see.
I work with a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, self-esteem, identity, transition, infertility, adoption considerations, trauma, immigration, embodiment and more.
I pull from a variety of techniques, including Buddhist Psychology, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, somatic awareness and tracking, Christian spirituality and mysticism, strengths based, and person centered. The Enneagram is my favorite tool for self-discovery, awareness, and healing. When my client is interested, I offer Enneagram integrated therapy.
I work with a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, self-esteem, identity, transition, infertility, adoption considerations, trauma, immigration, embodiment and more.
I pull from a variety of techniques, including Buddhist Psychology, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, somatic awareness and tracking, Christian spirituality and mysticism, strengths based, and person centered. The Enneagram is my favorite tool for self-discovery, awareness, and healing. When my client is interested, I offer Enneagram integrated therapy.
Emily Veasey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bentonville, AR 72712
Waitlist for new clients
My interests and experiences are in: trauma processing, neurodiversity, autism, anxiety, depression, adoption and foster care, attachment, behavior and mood dysregulation, stress and panic, and self-esteem.
I am nationally certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and am trained in multiple modalities of Play Therapy. I provide individual, family, and group therapy services. I worked in school-based services for 3 years until moving to private practice.
My interests and experiences are in: trauma processing, neurodiversity, autism, anxiety, depression, adoption and foster care, attachment, behavior and mood dysregulation, stress and panic, and self-esteem.
I am nationally certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and am trained in multiple modalities of Play Therapy. I provide individual, family, and group therapy services. I worked in school-based services for 3 years until moving to private practice.
The Flower Plot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I also specialize in adoption services including home studies.
I have been a therapist for 11 years and I have a variety of experience with children and adults. Right now I am only taking telehealth appointments with people ages 12 and up. Together we will use a flexible but directive approach to assist you in coping, managing, and resolving the problems you are experiencing.
I also specialize in adoption services including home studies.
I have been a therapist for 11 years and I have a variety of experience with children and adults. Right now I am only taking telehealth appointments with people ages 12 and up. Together we will use a flexible but directive approach to assist you in coping, managing, and resolving the problems you are experiencing.
Jordan Ingram
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bentonville, AR 72712
I have experience working with a diverse range of issues, including trauma, grief, foster care/ adoption, attachment, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions.
I strive to support individuals in their journey of healing by drawing on their strengths, meeting them where they are at, and going at their pace. I work from a person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach. I have additional training in play therapy, TF-CBT, EMDR, and child-parent psychotherapy (CPP).
I have experience working with a diverse range of issues, including trauma, grief, foster care/ adoption, attachment, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions.
I strive to support individuals in their journey of healing by drawing on their strengths, meeting them where they are at, and going at their pace. I work from a person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach. I have additional training in play therapy, TF-CBT, EMDR, and child-parent psychotherapy (CPP).
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.