Transgender Therapists in Civano, Tucson, AZ
Now offering EMDR and EMDR Intensives in Michigan and Arizona.
Are you feeling stuck in past experiences, overwhelmed by anxiety, or struggling with the impact of trauma? EMDR therapy can help you process and heal in a way that feels safe, effective, and empowering. As a therapist trained in EMDR, I specialize in helping clients move through distressing memories and emotions, so they no longer hold power over their daily lives.
Now offering EMDR and EMDR Intensives in Michigan and Arizona.
Are you feeling stuck in past experiences, overwhelmed by anxiety, or struggling with the impact of trauma? EMDR therapy can help you process and heal in a way that feels safe, effective, and empowering. As a therapist trained in EMDR, I specialize in helping clients move through distressing memories and emotions, so they no longer hold power over their daily lives.
Stress, anxiety, and unhealed trauma impacts our relationships, our jobs, our families, and even how we feel about ourselves. Chronic stress and unresolved trauma can impact our brains along with our nervous system. When this happens, we can feel as if we are stuck in our relationships & jobs or even trapped in our own lives. Fear & anxiety does not have to control your everyday thoughts and cultivating joy is possible! Choosing to get help is the first step towards healing yourself.
I also offer clinical supervision for associate level therapists looking to gain hours towards their license at $125 per hour.
Stress, anxiety, and unhealed trauma impacts our relationships, our jobs, our families, and even how we feel about ourselves. Chronic stress and unresolved trauma can impact our brains along with our nervous system. When this happens, we can feel as if we are stuck in our relationships & jobs or even trapped in our own lives. Fear & anxiety does not have to control your everyday thoughts and cultivating joy is possible! Choosing to get help is the first step towards healing yourself.
I also offer clinical supervision for associate level therapists looking to gain hours towards their license at $125 per hour.
Rachel Sommerfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ADHD-CP
8 Endorsed
Civano, Tucson, AZ 85747
Hi! I'm the owner and Clinical Director of Olive Branch Counseling, a group practice in Tucson. We specialize in helping people who are neurodivergent and appear high-functioning on the surface but are experiencing burnout from masking, people pleasing and difficulty with boundaries, and just trying to do it all. Our team of therapists focuses on forming an authentic connection through humor, warmth, and sharing in the neurodivergent experience ourselves . Whether you come to our Tucson office near Ina and Oracle, our East office near Civano, or want to hop on a video call from home, we're ready to support you or your loved one!
Hi! I'm the owner and Clinical Director of Olive Branch Counseling, a group practice in Tucson. We specialize in helping people who are neurodivergent and appear high-functioning on the surface but are experiencing burnout from masking, people pleasing and difficulty with boundaries, and just trying to do it all. Our team of therapists focuses on forming an authentic connection through humor, warmth, and sharing in the neurodivergent experience ourselves . Whether you come to our Tucson office near Ina and Oracle, our East office near Civano, or want to hop on a video call from home, we're ready to support you or your loved one!
Rob Zonfrelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Civano, Tucson, AZ 85747
Not accepting new clients
Thoughts are very powerful things. Sometimes we get stuck in negative, self-defeating thought spirals. We might think we're not good enough or that we're somehow undeserving of love, respect, and success. Often these thoughts are so automatic that we simply accept them as true. My goal as a therapist is to help people examine and question their negative self-beliefs. With a more accurate and balanced understanding of our talents, strengths, and value, our lives become fuller as we open up to new possibilities.
Thoughts are very powerful things. Sometimes we get stuck in negative, self-defeating thought spirals. We might think we're not good enough or that we're somehow undeserving of love, respect, and success. Often these thoughts are so automatic that we simply accept them as true. My goal as a therapist is to help people examine and question their negative self-beliefs. With a more accurate and balanced understanding of our talents, strengths, and value, our lives become fuller as we open up to new possibilities.
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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.