Feminist Therapists in Arkansas
Helen Ward Cheek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Hello! I'm Helen and I am a licensed certified (clinical) social worker and psychotherapist in Fayetteville, Arkansas. I have extensive experience treating survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual trauma, issues affecting women, anxiety and depression, life transition and adjustment-related issues, and interpersonal and relationship problems. I engage feminist and intersectional perspectives in treatment and promote emotional and mental safety in therapy.
Hello! I'm Helen and I am a licensed certified (clinical) social worker and psychotherapist in Fayetteville, Arkansas. I have extensive experience treating survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual trauma, issues affecting women, anxiety and depression, life transition and adjustment-related issues, and interpersonal and relationship problems. I engage feminist and intersectional perspectives in treatment and promote emotional and mental safety in therapy.
Kimberly Stauss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701
With women/men and LGBTQ clients, I use feminist and narrative therapy to recognize the power society has in all of our lives and forge our therapeutic relationship from there.
My goal when working with individuals is to provide support as individuals find their own hopeful path and voice. Sometimes we get in a downward spiral or stuck in places where we are not fulfilled or content. I hope to facilitate and encourage your own strengths and passions towards feeling better. Additionally, I have worked with children and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, stress, and depression. This phase of life can be quite difficult, particularly if you are struggling with peers or a mental health issue. Lastly, I enjoy working with young and LBGTQ+ adults as they navigate challenges and/or relationship issues.
With women/men and LGBTQ clients, I use feminist and narrative therapy to recognize the power society has in all of our lives and forge our therapeutic relationship from there.
My goal when working with individuals is to provide support as individuals find their own hopeful path and voice. Sometimes we get in a downward spiral or stuck in places where we are not fulfilled or content. I hope to facilitate and encourage your own strengths and passions towards feeling better. Additionally, I have worked with children and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, stress, and depression. This phase of life can be quite difficult, particularly if you are struggling with peers or a mental health issue. Lastly, I enjoy working with young and LBGTQ+ adults as they navigate challenges and/or relationship issues.
Sheila Jo Kornblum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rogers, AR 72756
Do you have problems coping with the stresses of everyday life? Do you struggle with maintaining important relationships? Do you feel like you are your own worst enemy? I would like to help. Using various assessment and therapy techniques, you and I can work together to find out which obstacles are standing in the way of your success and happiness. Then we will set concrete goals and formulate a plan for change. At all times, however, you will find my therapy to be positive and affirming. Even the most reserved of clients find me genuine and easy to talk to.
Do you have problems coping with the stresses of everyday life? Do you struggle with maintaining important relationships? Do you feel like you are your own worst enemy? I would like to help. Using various assessment and therapy techniques, you and I can work together to find out which obstacles are standing in the way of your success and happiness. Then we will set concrete goals and formulate a plan for change. At all times, however, you will find my therapy to be positive and affirming. Even the most reserved of clients find me genuine and easy to talk to.
Rebecca Spooner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling like you need a break? Or maybe you need someone to have your back no matter what? With me, you'll always have a safe and welcoming ally. In my office, you'll experience a judgement-free zone where you can get support for whatever you need, whether its relationship conflicts, depression or anxiety. For your first session to your departing farewell, you'll be in a safe environment where healing happens. We recognize the variety of issues individuals face and the shortage of safe places to find restoration and wholeness. We are a center for all people.
Feeling like you need a break? Or maybe you need someone to have your back no matter what? With me, you'll always have a safe and welcoming ally. In my office, you'll experience a judgement-free zone where you can get support for whatever you need, whether its relationship conflicts, depression or anxiety. For your first session to your departing farewell, you'll be in a safe environment where healing happens. We recognize the variety of issues individuals face and the shortage of safe places to find restoration and wholeness. We are a center for all people.
Debbie R Pridemore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMFT, LPC, EFT-C
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72703
There are times in all of ours lives when we feel stuck. Unable to move. Unable to do what we know we should and want to do. I am here to journey with you as you create new movement, heal past wounds and discover new paths to becoming who you were created to be. I specialize in working with children and adults who have experienced trauma, domestic violence or other major life events. I have been trained in parent/child relationship work, couples therapy (EFT) as well as EMDR.
There are times in all of ours lives when we feel stuck. Unable to move. Unable to do what we know we should and want to do. I am here to journey with you as you create new movement, heal past wounds and discover new paths to becoming who you were created to be. I specialize in working with children and adults who have experienced trauma, domestic violence or other major life events. I have been trained in parent/child relationship work, couples therapy (EFT) as well as EMDR.
Jordan P Applegate
Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT, LAC
Verified Verified
Bentonville, AR 72712
You've been in an office all day, and probably the last thing you want to do is go to another office and talk about problems. My goal is to do therapy differently when possible, whether that means going outdoors and taking a walk or meeting from the comfort of your own home via secured telehealth. Either way, you'll experience evidence-based treatment in a new way. Check out my website for more about what to expect. If you need one-on-one care, we can do that. If you're on a budget, check out my Jaunts, which incorporate hiking and groups at a lower rate.
You've been in an office all day, and probably the last thing you want to do is go to another office and talk about problems. My goal is to do therapy differently when possible, whether that means going outdoors and taking a walk or meeting from the comfort of your own home via secured telehealth. Either way, you'll experience evidence-based treatment in a new way. Check out my website for more about what to expect. If you need one-on-one care, we can do that. If you're on a budget, check out my Jaunts, which incorporate hiking and groups at a lower rate.
Paige Cullins
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherwood, AR 72120
I love to work with children, teens and young adults along their journey to empower them to be the best version of themselves. I will provide a safe space for you to express yourself without judgment through person-centered therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and somatic mindfulness modalities.
I love to work with children, teens and young adults along their journey to empower them to be the best version of themselves. I will provide a safe space for you to express yourself without judgment through person-centered therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and somatic mindfulness modalities.
Joshua Garrett-Jones
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72205 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression? Do you have a history of trauma? Are you parenting a difficult adolescent? Are you experiencing familial conflict or relationship issues? Do you have difficulty connecting with others and the world? It is my goal to motivate and empower my clients to make changes that will lead to a more peaceful and productive life. I am devoted to providing a welcoming, non-judgmental environment to help adolescents, adults, couples, families, and the LGBTQ+ community develop the awareness and skills they need to navigate trauma, difficult emotions, relationships, and tough life situations.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression? Do you have a history of trauma? Are you parenting a difficult adolescent? Are you experiencing familial conflict or relationship issues? Do you have difficulty connecting with others and the world? It is my goal to motivate and empower my clients to make changes that will lead to a more peaceful and productive life. I am devoted to providing a welcoming, non-judgmental environment to help adolescents, adults, couples, families, and the LGBTQ+ community develop the awareness and skills they need to navigate trauma, difficult emotions, relationships, and tough life situations.
Katherine Henson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72116
Kathy Henson is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with 10 years of experience in mental health. She realizes that the simple things in life can become complex quickly, and that sometimes you just need a helping hand to figure things out. She is interested in working with adults with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Kathy completed her Master of Social Work at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock. After 20+ years of working to help others, she decided that she wanted to do more than help someone find the peanut butter in aisle 3.
Kathy Henson is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with 10 years of experience in mental health. She realizes that the simple things in life can become complex quickly, and that sometimes you just need a helping hand to figure things out. She is interested in working with adults with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Kathy completed her Master of Social Work at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock. After 20+ years of working to help others, she decided that she wanted to do more than help someone find the peanut butter in aisle 3.
Shakira Michelle Eakins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Pea Ridge, AR 72751 (Online Only)
I work closely with clients to help them connect deeply with themselves and their community. I see clients 18+ virtually who are residents of Arkansas. My mission is to develop healthy therapeutic relationships and build community through individual counseling and community yoga. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with 11+ years experience providing therapy, advocating for the oppressed, and collaborating with community partners. I also provide workshops for other professionals in many different settings.
I work closely with clients to help them connect deeply with themselves and their community. I see clients 18+ virtually who are residents of Arkansas. My mission is to develop healthy therapeutic relationships and build community through individual counseling and community yoga. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with 11+ years experience providing therapy, advocating for the oppressed, and collaborating with community partners. I also provide workshops for other professionals in many different settings.
Sarah Bradberry
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sherwood, AR 72120
I am experienced in helping with mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and substance abuse. I work with adults of all ages. Clients want to feel heard and work through issues with a trusted professional.
I am experienced in helping with mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and substance abuse. I work with adults of all ages. Clients want to feel heard and work through issues with a trusted professional.
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Dr. Alexandra Forsyth
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bentonville, AR 72712 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! During various seasons in our lives, strength, meaning, hope, joy, empowerment, compassion, and connection can be hard to find within ourselves and with others. My role as a licensed clinical psychologist is to help you on your journey towards healing, self-reflection, understanding, and positive change. Life throws all sorts of challenges our way, and as humans it is necessary, normal, and natural to need help. I am committed to fostering a safe space where your journey is honored, and your identity is celebrated. I value collaboration, flexibility, authenticity, and being human with you in the therapeutic space.
Hello and welcome! During various seasons in our lives, strength, meaning, hope, joy, empowerment, compassion, and connection can be hard to find within ourselves and with others. My role as a licensed clinical psychologist is to help you on your journey towards healing, self-reflection, understanding, and positive change. Life throws all sorts of challenges our way, and as humans it is necessary, normal, and natural to need help. I am committed to fostering a safe space where your journey is honored, and your identity is celebrated. I value collaboration, flexibility, authenticity, and being human with you in the therapeutic space.
Jessica L Fugitt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72703 (Online Only)
Life is not always kind. It is difficult to balance all of the demands of life while also taking care of ourselves. It can be made particularly difficult when these challenges seem to require more than we have to give. I believe that we all have the courage and strength necessary to overcome these obstacles, but that we all need help sometimes recognizing our abilities and learning the skills we need. I am a licensed clinical psychologist (AR 19-02D) specializing in diagnostic assessment and evidence based interventions. I invite you to learn more about me and my work at evidencebasedlr.com
Life is not always kind. It is difficult to balance all of the demands of life while also taking care of ourselves. It can be made particularly difficult when these challenges seem to require more than we have to give. I believe that we all have the courage and strength necessary to overcome these obstacles, but that we all need help sometimes recognizing our abilities and learning the skills we need. I am a licensed clinical psychologist (AR 19-02D) specializing in diagnostic assessment and evidence based interventions. I invite you to learn more about me and my work at evidencebasedlr.com
Kym Palmer Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Conway, AR 72034
I believe we all need different levels of support at different times in our lives. I provide individual and family counseling. I'm open minded and provide a judgement free environment! Therapy isn't meant for forever, it's meant to support you during the rough patches, to develop coping skills, and it's to process your experiences to best utilize those coping skills.
I believe we all need different levels of support at different times in our lives. I provide individual and family counseling. I'm open minded and provide a judgement free environment! Therapy isn't meant for forever, it's meant to support you during the rough patches, to develop coping skills, and it's to process your experiences to best utilize those coping skills.
Cheyenne Blevins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701
It can be really tough to reach out and make that first step in seeking a better quality of life. Everyone needs someone in their corner, whether it be to listen or provide an unbiased perspective to work towards positive life changes. Maybe it's needing someone that doesn't judge you, knowing that, here, you are accepted for exactly who you are. Here, you get to let that out and work on being you in all areas of your life.
It can be really tough to reach out and make that first step in seeking a better quality of life. Everyone needs someone in their corner, whether it be to listen or provide an unbiased perspective to work towards positive life changes. Maybe it's needing someone that doesn't judge you, knowing that, here, you are accepted for exactly who you are. Here, you get to let that out and work on being you in all areas of your life.
Beverly Bejarano/Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, RN, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72205
Are you experiencing a high level of anxiety or stress? Or, are you going through a difficult period in life, such as relationship conflict or loss, a health status change, or multiple stressors piling up all at once? Trained in two helping professions, I can provide you with compassionate, knowledgeable care and actionable plans that will help you to resolve anxiety and stress and get back to enjoying life again. Whether you need to make a change, or to prevail over a change life has forced upon you, my experience and knowledge will help you to navigate difficult times and to reclaim your life.
Are you experiencing a high level of anxiety or stress? Or, are you going through a difficult period in life, such as relationship conflict or loss, a health status change, or multiple stressors piling up all at once? Trained in two helping professions, I can provide you with compassionate, knowledgeable care and actionable plans that will help you to resolve anxiety and stress and get back to enjoying life again. Whether you need to make a change, or to prevail over a change life has forced upon you, my experience and knowledge will help you to navigate difficult times and to reclaim your life.
Joseph Kirby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
People choose to enter therapy for many reasons, but ultimately the reason for most people is that we want to feel better. Suffering may be an inescapable part of being human, but that's not all there is. When people are given a compassionate space where they can be open and vulnerable, they discover insights and strengths that can help them approach life with a new perspective and make healthy changes.
People choose to enter therapy for many reasons, but ultimately the reason for most people is that we want to feel better. Suffering may be an inescapable part of being human, but that's not all there is. When people are given a compassionate space where they can be open and vulnerable, they discover insights and strengths that can help them approach life with a new perspective and make healthy changes.
Kelly Dundon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72715 (Online Only)
Every second of every day, the present moment is all we have. Yet, it is not uncommon to find ourselves stuck in memories of the past or fears of the future. Asking for help is not an easy thing to do - but you've made it this far! Depression, anxiety, fear, and self-doubt do not have to define you. You are full and complete being just as you are. If you are ready to reconnect or newly discover the innate strength, joy, and wisdom within you, keep reading! Healing is not linear, but together we will find your path to peace! After all, YOU are the expert of your own life. I would be honored to be alone for the ride.
Every second of every day, the present moment is all we have. Yet, it is not uncommon to find ourselves stuck in memories of the past or fears of the future. Asking for help is not an easy thing to do - but you've made it this far! Depression, anxiety, fear, and self-doubt do not have to define you. You are full and complete being just as you are. If you are ready to reconnect or newly discover the innate strength, joy, and wisdom within you, keep reading! Healing is not linear, but together we will find your path to peace! After all, YOU are the expert of your own life. I would be honored to be alone for the ride.
Reagan Funkhouser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCW
Verified Verified
Rogers, AR 72756
Progress, not perfection. This is a concept that is often hard to wrap our brains around because we have been conditioned to believe that we have to have it all together at all times, but this is not the reality. Healing is a messy process, and it is the baby steps that add up to crossing the finish line at the end. The process can be difficult and frustrating, but so worth it. I want to thank you for taking this first step towards building a better you.
Progress, not perfection. This is a concept that is often hard to wrap our brains around because we have been conditioned to believe that we have to have it all together at all times, but this is not the reality. Healing is a messy process, and it is the baby steps that add up to crossing the finish line at the end. The process can be difficult and frustrating, but so worth it. I want to thank you for taking this first step towards building a better you.
Julie Crouch Troutt, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical therapist with experience working in a variety of settings and a range of issues, including depression and anxiety, grief, self esteem, life transitions, and chronic illness. My approach is non-judgmental, collaborative, and kind. My goal is to provide a supportive space for self exploration in order to help clients experience more meaningful and fulfilling lives. I focus on self-understanding, self-acceptance, authenticity, and resilience.
I am a licensed clinical therapist with experience working in a variety of settings and a range of issues, including depression and anxiety, grief, self esteem, life transitions, and chronic illness. My approach is non-judgmental, collaborative, and kind. My goal is to provide a supportive space for self exploration in order to help clients experience more meaningful and fulfilling lives. I focus on self-understanding, self-acceptance, authenticity, and resilience.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.