Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5 Endorsed

240 North Block Avenue, Suite 360, Fayetteville, AR 72701

(479) 269-1708

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I primarily help people who are suffering with either (or both!) Insomnia Disorder and PTSD. However I have many years of experience as a therapist and am able to treat depression, anxiety, chronic pain, along with co-occuring substance use disorder and other mental health disorders. I believe in delivering evidence based therapy when clinically indicated. In my experience, clients feel better sooner when they receive the most effective treatment for their diagnosis. I also use a lot of measurement based care to routinely assess progress we are making. My ideal client is someone who is ready to enact change in their life.

I have specialty training in CBT for Insomnia as well as delivering evidence based therapy for PTSD in a "massed" format where instead of seeing me once a week for 3 to 4 months, I would see you multiple times a week for a shorter duration. There is evidence that massed PTSD treatment reduces the risk of dropout and clients get better faster.

I am routinely amazed by the resilience, strength and capacity for growth we have as human beings. I applaud you for researching opportunities to make change happen in your life and I would be honored to be a part of that process.

Call or Email Elsbeth Fast now for a free 15 minute consultation - (479) 269-1708

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

240 North Block Avenue

Suite 360

Fayetteville, AR 72701 map

(479) 269-1708

I specialize in Sleep or Insomnia, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (479) 269-1708

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

240 North Block Avenue

Suite 360

Fayetteville, AR 72701 map

(479) 269-1708

I specialize in Sleep or Insomnia, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $160
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Ambetter
QualChoice

I currently accept Ambetter and QualChoice insurance. For clients covered by other insurance carriers, I can provide a superbill if they wish to seek reimbursement for seeing an out-of-network provider. Please reach out with any questions about payment or fees.

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (479) 269-1708

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (479) 269-1708

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Arkansas / 7435-C Elsbeth Fast

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 32 years

Attended University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Social Worker, MSW, Graduated 1993

Additional Credentials

Membership with Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine 2023

I have advanced training in CBT for Insomnia, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. I managed a large outpatient PTSD program within the VA system for many years and also served as a master trainer and consultant for CBT for Insomnia.

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (479) 269-1708

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (479) 269-1708

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Sleep or Insomnia
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety

Expertise

Cancer
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sleep problems from life changes (e.g., menopause)

Insomnia treatment will target conditioned arousal to the bed, increase your sleep drive, challenge your thoughts about your sleep, and promote relaxation techniques to allow sleep to naturally unfold. PTSD treatment will directly target avoidance either through exposure exercises that are gradual yet life-changing, and challenging your thoughts and beliefs about the trauma.

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (479) 269-1708

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (479) 269-1708

5 Endorsements

Dr. Jeremy Allan Fowler

Psychologist, PsyD

Elsbeth is someone you can trust. She is as warm and compassionate as she is insightful and skilled. She will be dedicated to helping you find hope and healing on your path forward.

Dr. Misti J. Norton

Psychologist, PhD, DBSM

I had the pleasure of working with Elsbeth Fast on a national initiative for CBT-insomnia. She is a skilled and compassionate therapist who is able to help her clients make positive changes in their sleep and their lives overall!

Cardigan Mental Health

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, MSN

Elsbeth is an expert and leader. She is professional in her approach and always seeks to educate using the most up to date evidence based practice. She is an asset to our Northwest Arkansas community!

Karen Grumme-Rodriguez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHP-SW

Elsbeth is a highly accomplished trauma informed clinical professional. Elsbeth has had a significant impact on my clients that have insomnia difficulties

Barnett Wellness Clinic (Grant Barnett APRN)

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MNSc, APRN, PMHNP

I strongly recommend Elsbeth Fast. Through shared patients, I've seen her exceptional CBT-I work transform insomnia into restful nights with evidence-based, compassionate techniques. Her thorough assessments and tailored plans build lasting sleep health!

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Bisexual Allied ,

Blind Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Bisexual Allied ,

Blind Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Prolonged Exposure Therapy

The evidence based therapy I provide is usually time limited. With CBT-I we can usually achieve a dramatic improvement in sleep in about 6 sessions. Prolonged Exposure is typically around 10 sessions and Cognitive Processing Therapy is about 12 sessions total. For clients wanting to get significant symptom reduction in a short period of time, I recommend "massed" CPT or PE.

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (479) 269-1708

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (479) 269-1708

Location

Primary Location

240 North Block Avenue

Suite 360

Fayetteville, AR 72701

(479) 269-1708

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Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (479) 269-1708

Elsbeth Fast

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (479) 269-1708

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