Transgender Therapists in Crawford County, AR
If you’re reading this, maybe you’re ready to find freedom from your past...freedom from the feelings of I’m not good enough. It’s that feeling of “not a good enough mom, friend, student, wife…Just never enough!" These feelings can sneak up on us and color our perception of the world. We can end up spending a lot of time in our heads, mentally beating ourselves up until we learn a new way of seeing the world. That’s where I can help!!
If you’re reading this, maybe you’re ready to find freedom from your past...freedom from the feelings of I’m not good enough. It’s that feeling of “not a good enough mom, friend, student, wife…Just never enough!" These feelings can sneak up on us and color our perception of the world. We can end up spending a lot of time in our heads, mentally beating ourselves up until we learn a new way of seeing the world. That’s where I can help!!
I’m Tara and I work with ALL clients, transgender and non-binary clients as well as clients that are feeling overwhelmed and anxious about work, school, home or friends.
Step out into freedom and embrace the life you were born to live! Is fear running your life? Do you hide the “real you” from family & friends? Discover the courage to be who you truly are! Many people dealing with anxiety, depression and gender and sexuality issues feel they are missing out on life. Clients I work with often report feeling alone and afraid to reach out for help. They no longer want to hide who they are, yet also feel stuck moving forward due to lack of support or fear of judgement. My passion is to help you ditch the shame and find freedom to love the person in the mirror despite the opinions of others.
I’m Tara and I work with ALL clients, transgender and non-binary clients as well as clients that are feeling overwhelmed and anxious about work, school, home or friends.
Step out into freedom and embrace the life you were born to live! Is fear running your life? Do you hide the “real you” from family & friends? Discover the courage to be who you truly are! Many people dealing with anxiety, depression and gender and sexuality issues feel they are missing out on life. Clients I work with often report feeling alone and afraid to reach out for help. They no longer want to hide who they are, yet also feel stuck moving forward due to lack of support or fear of judgement. My passion is to help you ditch the shame and find freedom to love the person in the mirror despite the opinions of others.
I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD; however, my primary areas of focus are working within the LGBTQIA+ community and with trauma. I have completed training in several modalities to increase my ability to help people navigate through their struggles. I know the value of therapy for trauma due to my own experiences and try to bring compassion and empathy into every session. I use a variety of techniques and tools, such as EMDR, ego state therapy, and CBT to help tailor therapy to each individual client.
I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD; however, my primary areas of focus are working within the LGBTQIA+ community and with trauma. I have completed training in several modalities to increase my ability to help people navigate through their struggles. I know the value of therapy for trauma due to my own experiences and try to bring compassion and empathy into every session. I use a variety of techniques and tools, such as EMDR, ego state therapy, and CBT to help tailor therapy to each individual client.
Patricia (Patti) Lashley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
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,
Most of the people I work with are used to pushing through.
They think a lot. They carry a lot. They’ve figured out how to function - even when something underneath feels off, overwhelming, or hard to name.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, depression, neurodivergence, life-transitions, and caregiving roles. Many are high-functioning but internally stretched - dealing with rumination, self-criticism, sensory overwhelm, emotional shutdown, or cycles of overworking and collapse. Others are trying to reconnect with themselves after years of adapting to others.
Most of the people I work with are used to pushing through.
They think a lot. They carry a lot. They’ve figured out how to function - even when something underneath feels off, overwhelming, or hard to name.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, depression, neurodivergence, life-transitions, and caregiving roles. Many are high-functioning but internally stretched - dealing with rumination, self-criticism, sensory overwhelm, emotional shutdown, or cycles of overworking and collapse. Others are trying to reconnect with themselves after years of adapting to others.
You Deserve a Therapist Who Truly Sees You.
Your identity, desires, and relationships are valid. Whether you’re navigating gender identity, sexuality, polyamory, BDSM, or non-traditional relationships, you deserve a therapist who gets it—without judgment, shame, or outdated assumptions.
I work with gender identity, transitioning, self-discovery, LGBTQIA+ relationships, polyamory, exploring kink, BDSM & power dynamics in a healthy way. I also enjoy working on healing from shame, sexual trauma & internalized stigma to help you navigating intimacy, pleasure, and body confidence.
You Deserve a Therapist Who Truly Sees You.
Your identity, desires, and relationships are valid. Whether you’re navigating gender identity, sexuality, polyamory, BDSM, or non-traditional relationships, you deserve a therapist who gets it—without judgment, shame, or outdated assumptions.
I work with gender identity, transitioning, self-discovery, LGBTQIA+ relationships, polyamory, exploring kink, BDSM & power dynamics in a healthy way. I also enjoy working on healing from shame, sexual trauma & internalized stigma to help you navigating intimacy, pleasure, and body confidence.
Online Therapists
Do you feel lost, or like you don't belong? Do you feel different from those around you? Has socialization become a draining performance? Maybe you know what the mask is covering up, or maybe you just know you have to pretend to be ‘happy’ or ‘normal.' Do you have a loved one that is struggling? Maybe you are struggling to understand their experience. What if you knew you weren’t alone? I believe I can help you. We can work on the things that are making you feel overwhelmed now, as we work towards long term change.
Do you feel lost, or like you don't belong? Do you feel different from those around you? Has socialization become a draining performance? Maybe you know what the mask is covering up, or maybe you just know you have to pretend to be ‘happy’ or ‘normal.' Do you have a loved one that is struggling? Maybe you are struggling to understand their experience. What if you knew you weren’t alone? I believe I can help you. We can work on the things that are making you feel overwhelmed now, as we work towards long term change.
On the outside, you appear to be functioning well most days but on the inside you feel a deep unsettling that you haven’t quite been able to pinpoint. You simultaneously want to be seen and are uncertain what it means to be FULLY seen. You've spent most of your life being told who you are, what to like, and how to be; so much so that you wonder if you even truly know who you are as opposed to who society has told you to be. You’re ready to gain a better understanding of yourself, the world around you, and how to exist in it more presently, more peacefully, and more joyfully. Together, we can begin dissecting what YOU need.
On the outside, you appear to be functioning well most days but on the inside you feel a deep unsettling that you haven’t quite been able to pinpoint. You simultaneously want to be seen and are uncertain what it means to be FULLY seen. You've spent most of your life being told who you are, what to like, and how to be; so much so that you wonder if you even truly know who you are as opposed to who society has told you to be. You’re ready to gain a better understanding of yourself, the world around you, and how to exist in it more presently, more peacefully, and more joyfully. Together, we can begin dissecting what YOU need.
You may look like you’re handling life well, but inside you’re worn down by anxiety, overthinking, and the pressure to stay in control. Maybe you’re navigating a life transition like career shifts, relationship changes, midlife questions, or questioning your identity later in life. Your mind rarely shuts off. You want clarity, direction, and steadiness — not endless talk about feelings, but real forward movement.
You may look like you’re handling life well, but inside you’re worn down by anxiety, overthinking, and the pressure to stay in control. Maybe you’re navigating a life transition like career shifts, relationship changes, midlife questions, or questioning your identity later in life. Your mind rarely shuts off. You want clarity, direction, and steadiness — not endless talk about feelings, but real forward movement.
Pain pushes us to change, and comes in many forms; depression, anxiety symptoms, feelings of inadequacy, grief, anger, fear, or hopelessness. How we respond to change will ultimately put us on a healing journey, or keep us standing still. As your therapist, I offer you a safe environment to tell your truth, and explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. If you’ve experienced physical/sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, complicated trauma, and/or anger issues, let’s talk! I have worked with children, adolescents and adults. I am a graduate of John Brown University in Siloam Springs, AR with dual licensure.
Pain pushes us to change, and comes in many forms; depression, anxiety symptoms, feelings of inadequacy, grief, anger, fear, or hopelessness. How we respond to change will ultimately put us on a healing journey, or keep us standing still. As your therapist, I offer you a safe environment to tell your truth, and explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. If you’ve experienced physical/sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, complicated trauma, and/or anger issues, let’s talk! I have worked with children, adolescents and adults. I am a graduate of John Brown University in Siloam Springs, AR with dual licensure.
Are you ready to reduce unnecessary suffering and move beyond the patterns that keep you feeling stuck? I offer a therapeutic space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood — one that is receptive, accepting, and gently challenging to support your growth and healing. Together, we will work to build your confidence and resilience, helping you move toward a more fulfilling life while finding relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and other sources of distress.
Are you ready to reduce unnecessary suffering and move beyond the patterns that keep you feeling stuck? I offer a therapeutic space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood — one that is receptive, accepting, and gently challenging to support your growth and healing. Together, we will work to build your confidence and resilience, helping you move toward a more fulfilling life while finding relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and other sources of distress.
Healing and recovery is possible. Change doesn’t come over night so it can seem daunting but in my 20 years of experience I have learned that people mainly want to be heard and validated. I will support Anyone through Anything, Anytime . I have experience working with grief, trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and mood instability. I value working with all ages, genders, backgrounds, and orientations. As a person centered and solution focused therapist we will begin where you are and move toward mental wellness. EMDR/CBT are effective tools to address concerns.
Healing and recovery is possible. Change doesn’t come over night so it can seem daunting but in my 20 years of experience I have learned that people mainly want to be heard and validated. I will support Anyone through Anything, Anytime . I have experience working with grief, trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and mood instability. I value working with all ages, genders, backgrounds, and orientations. As a person centered and solution focused therapist we will begin where you are and move toward mental wellness. EMDR/CBT are effective tools to address concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered approach to therapy and believe in meeting clients where they are. I understand the importance of a trusting therapeutic relationship and encourage clients to find the right fit when seeking therapy. I am trained in brainspotting and have seen firsthand the healing it can bring. I have experience in treating a variety of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, and self-esteem among others. I have extensive experience in working with transgender children, adults, and their families.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered approach to therapy and believe in meeting clients where they are. I understand the importance of a trusting therapeutic relationship and encourage clients to find the right fit when seeking therapy. I am trained in brainspotting and have seen firsthand the healing it can bring. I have experience in treating a variety of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, and self-esteem among others. I have extensive experience in working with transgender children, adults, and their families.
I have experience working with children through geriatric populations. I provide individual, family, relationship, and group services through telehealth. I will work with you to assist you to identify your needs and the goals you wish to achieve. I recognize that people can and do struggle with overwhelming emotions and sometimes need help to calm and overcome them. Some of these emotions are hardwired but others have come from the trauma a person has suffered in their life. I will work to assist you to develop coping skills to be better able to deal with your emotions and everyday life.
I have experience working with children through geriatric populations. I provide individual, family, relationship, and group services through telehealth. I will work with you to assist you to identify your needs and the goals you wish to achieve. I recognize that people can and do struggle with overwhelming emotions and sometimes need help to calm and overcome them. Some of these emotions are hardwired but others have come from the trauma a person has suffered in their life. I will work to assist you to develop coping skills to be better able to deal with your emotions and everyday life.
I’m passionate about helping individuals improve their relationship with food and body image, supporting the LGBTQIA+ community with affirming care, and guiding teens through trauma and life changes. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, empowered, and supported in your journey toward healing and growth.
I’m passionate about helping individuals improve their relationship with food and body image, supporting the LGBTQIA+ community with affirming care, and guiding teens through trauma and life changes. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, empowered, and supported in your journey toward healing and growth.
I treat individuals with a variety of concerns including identity development, gender dysphoria, body kindness, self esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, and LGBTQIA2s+ specific issues.
Hi, I'm Michelle Sargenti and my therapy practice is Homebody Counseling, LLC. I firmly believe that we are all deserving of peace, and my intention is to support you in claiming yours. As a therapist, I aim to show up as my authentic self - someone who will laugh with you, grieve with you, celebrate you, and support you in navigating life’s challenges while providing insight into tools that ease the process.
I treat individuals with a variety of concerns including identity development, gender dysphoria, body kindness, self esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, and LGBTQIA2s+ specific issues.
Hi, I'm Michelle Sargenti and my therapy practice is Homebody Counseling, LLC. I firmly believe that we are all deserving of peace, and my intention is to support you in claiming yours. As a therapist, I aim to show up as my authentic self - someone who will laugh with you, grieve with you, celebrate you, and support you in navigating life’s challenges while providing insight into tools that ease the process.
Are you looking for a therapist that fits your schedule? I offer evening and weekend appointments with a casual atmosphere and artistic flare. Life brings about new challenges that offer a chance to look at ourselves from a new perspective. If you are struggling through a difficult stage of life I challenge you to take time for yourself and your personal development. I have significant experience assisting individuals, couples, and families through uncomfortable and often painful times. The complexity and diversity of the human condition is fascinating and the result of the therapeutic process can be both rewarding and empowering.
Are you looking for a therapist that fits your schedule? I offer evening and weekend appointments with a casual atmosphere and artistic flare. Life brings about new challenges that offer a chance to look at ourselves from a new perspective. If you are struggling through a difficult stage of life I challenge you to take time for yourself and your personal development. I have significant experience assisting individuals, couples, and families through uncomfortable and often painful times. The complexity and diversity of the human condition is fascinating and the result of the therapeutic process can be both rewarding and empowering.
My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, dignity, and respect. I believe in meeting people where they are—without judgment—and creating a space where you feel truly heard and supported. Together, we’ll work toward the goals that matter most to you, whether as an individual or as a family. I have experience supporting children, teens, and adults, and my background in community mental health taught me the importance of building a strong, genuine connection in the healing process. I also believe that even in the midst of serious work, moments of lightness and a bit of humor can help us breathe easier and move forward.
My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, dignity, and respect. I believe in meeting people where they are—without judgment—and creating a space where you feel truly heard and supported. Together, we’ll work toward the goals that matter most to you, whether as an individual or as a family. I have experience supporting children, teens, and adults, and my background in community mental health taught me the importance of building a strong, genuine connection in the healing process. I also believe that even in the midst of serious work, moments of lightness and a bit of humor can help us breathe easier and move forward.
Lexi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Lexi. I’m a queer therapist who works with teens and adults navigating trauma, identity, and life transitions. Many of the people I work with are LGBTQIA+ and come to therapy to heal from family or religious harm, relationship wounds, or experiences that still feel present in their lives. I aim to create a space that feels affirming, grounded, and real, and I welcome anyone who feels drawn to this kind of work. I bring my full self into the room, using humor, honesty, and curiosity to keep therapy feeling human.
Hi, I’m Lexi. I’m a queer therapist who works with teens and adults navigating trauma, identity, and life transitions. Many of the people I work with are LGBTQIA+ and come to therapy to heal from family or religious harm, relationship wounds, or experiences that still feel present in their lives. I aim to create a space that feels affirming, grounded, and real, and I welcome anyone who feels drawn to this kind of work. I bring my full self into the room, using humor, honesty, and curiosity to keep therapy feeling human.
Catherine Kabasia, is a licensed therapist and holistic healer who supports adults navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, stress related to immigration issues, job related stress, domestic abuse and emotional exhaustion. Her work integrates evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, and Internal Family Systems with somatic and energy-based practices to promote deep, sustainable healing. She strives to create a safe and supportive space to help clients navigate
Catherine Kabasia, is a licensed therapist and holistic healer who supports adults navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, stress related to immigration issues, job related stress, domestic abuse and emotional exhaustion. Her work integrates evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, and Internal Family Systems with somatic and energy-based practices to promote deep, sustainable healing. She strives to create a safe and supportive space to help clients navigate
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.