LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Caraway, AR
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Kacy Long
Counselor, MS, EdS, LPC, RTY-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Searcy, AR 72143
Waitlist for new clients
Working with trauma, disordered eating, attachment, LGBTQ+ issues, faith transition, neurodivergence, and shame is what I have passion.
Hurts happen & we find ways to survive, but you are meant to experience so much more than survival. As an attachment-focused & somatic-informed therapist, I work with clients to help them feel safe in their bodies, embrace connection, & develop self-compassion. Change happens by empowering you to identify needs, find security in relationships with good communication, and cultivate ownership of your experience. Your mind, body, and spirit want to be and can be well. Allow me to walk with you through the darkness to get there.
Working with trauma, disordered eating, attachment, LGBTQ+ issues, faith transition, neurodivergence, and shame is what I have passion.
Hurts happen & we find ways to survive, but you are meant to experience so much more than survival. As an attachment-focused & somatic-informed therapist, I work with clients to help them feel safe in their bodies, embrace connection, & develop self-compassion. Change happens by empowering you to identify needs, find security in relationships with good communication, and cultivate ownership of your experience. Your mind, body, and spirit want to be and can be well. Allow me to walk with you through the darkness to get there.
Breanna Sisk
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS
Verified Verified
Paragould, AR 72450
I am tf-cbt certified and experienced in a variety of methods to help you reach your goals! LGBTQ+ and family friendly!.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Kids bullied at school? Battling grief, trauma, major changes, or relationship issues? Maybe you just need someone to listen and help you find a solution?
I am tf-cbt certified and experienced in a variety of methods to help you reach your goals! LGBTQ+ and family friendly!.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Kids bullied at school? Battling grief, trauma, major changes, or relationship issues? Maybe you just need someone to listen and help you find a solution?
Joseph Kirby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
I specialize in LGBTQ+ support, ADHD, and other concerns like depression, anxiety, phobias, and trauma.
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.
I specialize in LGBTQ+ support, ADHD, and other concerns like depression, anxiety, phobias, and trauma.
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.
Amanda Emerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72404
I have expertise in many areas including complex trauma, abuse, grief counseling, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationship complexities, certified transgender care provider, autism spectrum specialist, ADHD, anxiety, depression, sex therapy, trauma yoga, internal family systems, LGBTQ+ complexities, relationships, and coping with life transitions.
Healing requires honest care without judgment. In order to provide individualized treatment and support, I will work cooperatively with you to clarify your treatment goals and draw from a variety of methodologies to create a plan that fits your needs. My style is warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I consider myself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, with a realistic and effective approach to treatment. To me, an individual should be treated as a whole, including the mind, the body, and the (soul/self)- whatever that is to them.
I have expertise in many areas including complex trauma, abuse, grief counseling, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationship complexities, certified transgender care provider, autism spectrum specialist, ADHD, anxiety, depression, sex therapy, trauma yoga, internal family systems, LGBTQ+ complexities, relationships, and coping with life transitions.
Healing requires honest care without judgment. In order to provide individualized treatment and support, I will work cooperatively with you to clarify your treatment goals and draw from a variety of methodologies to create a plan that fits your needs. My style is warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I consider myself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, with a realistic and effective approach to treatment. To me, an individual should be treated as a whole, including the mind, the body, and the (soul/self)- whatever that is to them.
Allison M McArthur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Life can be messy and complicated, and finding a therapist to trust and connect with can seem extremely daunting. If you are seeking a retreat from the storms of your life, I would love to help you. I bring my non-judgmental, down-to-earth style to every session, and have a special passion for work with the LGBTQ+ community and people with dual diagnosis, substance use and mental heath. I have experience treating those with depression, PTSD/trauma response, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, divorce, work stress, relationship issues and anyone recently discharged from psychiatric hospitalization.
Life can be messy and complicated, and finding a therapist to trust and connect with can seem extremely daunting. If you are seeking a retreat from the storms of your life, I would love to help you. I bring my non-judgmental, down-to-earth style to every session, and have a special passion for work with the LGBTQ+ community and people with dual diagnosis, substance use and mental heath. I have experience treating those with depression, PTSD/trauma response, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, divorce, work stress, relationship issues and anyone recently discharged from psychiatric hospitalization.
The Best of You
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Paragould, AR 72450
Specialties include faith-based counseling, perinatal mental health, LGBTQ+, trauma, and grief.
In-Person and Telehealth Available. Are you experiencing thoughts that are racing and you can’t quiet your mind including feelings of emptiness and numbness, as if you’re just going through the motions? Maybe you're overwhelmed with a new or recent role change due to life events. Whether you're looking for personal growth and healing, desiring to strengthen family ties, or improving relationships, Morganne Brown, LCSW, PMH-C, Jessica Richardson, LCSW, and Matthew Richardson, LPC provide counseling that addresses everything that makes you unique.
Specialties include faith-based counseling, perinatal mental health, LGBTQ+, trauma, and grief.
In-Person and Telehealth Available. Are you experiencing thoughts that are racing and you can’t quiet your mind including feelings of emptiness and numbness, as if you’re just going through the motions? Maybe you're overwhelmed with a new or recent role change due to life events. Whether you're looking for personal growth and healing, desiring to strengthen family ties, or improving relationships, Morganne Brown, LCSW, PMH-C, Jessica Richardson, LCSW, and Matthew Richardson, LPC provide counseling that addresses everything that makes you unique.
Ashley Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EDS , MHP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jonesboro, AR 72401
I am a multi-degreed Chicago native, who graduated from ASU with an Education Specialist Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with a passion for community and helping others obtain total wellness. I enjoy working with varied populations, i.e., families, couples, adolescents, children, young adults, multicultural populations, and passionately strives, through therapeutic support, to effectively address personal life challenges. I feel proficient in working with anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, trauma, SMIs, and LGBTQIA+ social, individual/community relationship issues.
I am a multi-degreed Chicago native, who graduated from ASU with an Education Specialist Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with a passion for community and helping others obtain total wellness. I enjoy working with varied populations, i.e., families, couples, adolescents, children, young adults, multicultural populations, and passionately strives, through therapeutic support, to effectively address personal life challenges. I feel proficient in working with anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, trauma, SMIs, and LGBTQIA+ social, individual/community relationship issues.
Natasha Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paragould, AR 72450
If you are looking for a judgement free space, where healing and wholeness are priority, give me a call and we can take on this journey together!
If you are looking for a judgement free space, where healing and wholeness are priority, give me a call and we can take on this journey together!
Emalee Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Paragould, AR 72450
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker that enjoys meeting clients where they are at. Many of us have become disconnected from ourselves and others as a result of the hardships or traumas that we have experienced in life. I focus on helping others reconnect with themselves, growing in clarity, self-compassion, confidence, courage, calmness, and cultivating a more purposeful life. I strive to provide a safe environment, free of shame or judgement that allows my clients to feel comfortable and proud of showing up exactly as they are. Brené Brown says it well, “Shame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker that enjoys meeting clients where they are at. Many of us have become disconnected from ourselves and others as a result of the hardships or traumas that we have experienced in life. I focus on helping others reconnect with themselves, growing in clarity, self-compassion, confidence, courage, calmness, and cultivating a more purposeful life. I strive to provide a safe environment, free of shame or judgement that allows my clients to feel comfortable and proud of showing up exactly as they are. Brené Brown says it well, “Shame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change
Helen Jennings-Hood
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, TA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wynne, AR 72396 (Online Only)
Exhausted, overwhelmed, & failure are the words that swirl inside your mind when you think about your life lately. You’re constantly just trying to get your shit together and your to-do list is always growing. Disappointment in yourself, your efforts, and the energy that you have to give feel like the norm now. No matter how hard you push or how much you work it never seems like it’s enough and that feels like a personal failing. If you feel like this, know that there is work that we can do to help.
Exhausted, overwhelmed, & failure are the words that swirl inside your mind when you think about your life lately. You’re constantly just trying to get your shit together and your to-do list is always growing. Disappointment in yourself, your efforts, and the energy that you have to give feel like the norm now. No matter how hard you push or how much you work it never seems like it’s enough and that feels like a personal failing. If you feel like this, know that there is work that we can do to help.
Suzanne Gibbard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
We have all been going through so much over the last four years with COVID and world wide traumas. I am a “baby boomer” and a survivor of COVID. I understand the anxiety we all feel with so many unknowns and so much grief and loss. We are all on a journey of recovery. I can help with that journey. I care and have the training and empathy to be a guide towards health. My therapuetic style is holistic: focusing on a mind, body and spiritual connection. I work with my patients to promote positive change; we are partners on the journey. Most of my sessions are online which is very convenient for my patients. I am very good at my job.
We have all been going through so much over the last four years with COVID and world wide traumas. I am a “baby boomer” and a survivor of COVID. I understand the anxiety we all feel with so many unknowns and so much grief and loss. We are all on a journey of recovery. I can help with that journey. I care and have the training and empathy to be a guide towards health. My therapuetic style is holistic: focusing on a mind, body and spiritual connection. I work with my patients to promote positive change; we are partners on the journey. Most of my sessions are online which is very convenient for my patients. I am very good at my job.
Brooke Weaver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ICST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to turn? You may feel lost, inadequate, or powerless. If so, you are not alone. The pressures of life can seem considerably overpowering at times. However, even the most stressful situations can be defeated. Let’s work together to gain control over the stress.
Feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to turn? You may feel lost, inadequate, or powerless. If so, you are not alone. The pressures of life can seem considerably overpowering at times. However, even the most stressful situations can be defeated. Let’s work together to gain control over the stress.
Rachel Caroline Casebolt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CHST
Verified Verified
Heber Springs, AR 72543
Are you a parent, grandparent or guardian raising a child who is experiencing difficulties in life? Do you feel at a loss to help your child right now? Do you want to find a way to help your child with the pain and suffering he or she is going through? Has your child experienced a loss recently? A big transition in life (going to a new school, moving, a divorce in the family, addition of a sibling, loss of a loved one, medical issues in the family, etc.)? Is your child experiencing behavior problems in school or at home? Is he or she acting differently all of a sudden? Is your teen confused and searching for his or her true identity?
Are you a parent, grandparent or guardian raising a child who is experiencing difficulties in life? Do you feel at a loss to help your child right now? Do you want to find a way to help your child with the pain and suffering he or she is going through? Has your child experienced a loss recently? A big transition in life (going to a new school, moving, a divorce in the family, addition of a sibling, loss of a loved one, medical issues in the family, etc.)? Is your child experiencing behavior problems in school or at home? Is he or she acting differently all of a sudden? Is your teen confused and searching for his or her true identity?
Dane Joneshill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Searcy, AR 72143
Does your life feel stuck? Are you locked into patterns of thinking, feeling, or behaving that aren't helpful? If so, you're not alone. Over the course of our lives, we tend to gather trauma, baggage, and wounding that most of us don't really know what to do with. But, because you're a survivor and a fighter, you press on, live your life, and get on with things. At some point though, the weight becomes too much to bear. The anxiety won't let up, the depression won't lift, the shame won't shut up. Suddenly we find ourselves in loops of negativity and dysfunction that we can't seem to break no matter how hard we try.
Does your life feel stuck? Are you locked into patterns of thinking, feeling, or behaving that aren't helpful? If so, you're not alone. Over the course of our lives, we tend to gather trauma, baggage, and wounding that most of us don't really know what to do with. But, because you're a survivor and a fighter, you press on, live your life, and get on with things. At some point though, the weight becomes too much to bear. The anxiety won't let up, the depression won't lift, the shame won't shut up. Suddenly we find ourselves in loops of negativity and dysfunction that we can't seem to break no matter how hard we try.
Ashley Madden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jonesboro, AR 72401
My goal as a therapist is to help clients attain their personal goals that lead to improvement in their quality of life. I provide a warm, safe, and confident environment to foster positive change. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities that include Cognitive Behavioral, Cognitive Processing, Trauma-Focused, Person-Centered, Solution Focused, Attachment Theory, Theraplay Principles, and Brainspotting. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Arkansas. I have served various positions in the mental health field since 2009 and have been a licensed therapist since 2013.
My goal as a therapist is to help clients attain their personal goals that lead to improvement in their quality of life. I provide a warm, safe, and confident environment to foster positive change. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities that include Cognitive Behavioral, Cognitive Processing, Trauma-Focused, Person-Centered, Solution Focused, Attachment Theory, Theraplay Principles, and Brainspotting. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Arkansas. I have served various positions in the mental health field since 2009 and have been a licensed therapist since 2013.
Prevail Counseling Services, Rachel Nelson, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, TA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Memphis, AR 72301
Whether you are facing severe mental illness or struggling with life challenges which lead you to feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know that choosing to participate in counseling is a courageous step that can be highly rewarding.I would be honored to collaborate with you in discovering ways to improve and obtain your best quality of life.
Whether you are facing severe mental illness or struggling with life challenges which lead you to feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know that choosing to participate in counseling is a courageous step that can be highly rewarding.I would be honored to collaborate with you in discovering ways to improve and obtain your best quality of life.
Virginia Lynn Willis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCW, ICST, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Paragould, AR 72450
Each day we take a walk on our own personal journey through life. Our journeys will take many different paths, twists and turns we will have to navigate. Sometimes we can navigate the journeys by ourselves and at others we may need someone to walk beside us. I have walked with people of all ages, from age 3-adulthood on their journeys since 2004. Up to this point my personal journey has been working with agencies, but now I have decided to take my own journey into a private practice setting.
Each day we take a walk on our own personal journey through life. Our journeys will take many different paths, twists and turns we will have to navigate. Sometimes we can navigate the journeys by ourselves and at others we may need someone to walk beside us. I have walked with people of all ages, from age 3-adulthood on their journeys since 2004. Up to this point my personal journey has been working with agencies, but now I have decided to take my own journey into a private practice setting.
Becky Whetstone Cheairs
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
Heber Springs, AR 72543 (Online Only)
Are you struggling? If yes, I can help you find answers. I also work with couples in crisis and provide marriage therapy & counseling for those who are thinking about ending the relationship, but are confused and don't know what they want. My expertise is helping you out of the confusion in a way that is in the best interest of you and your family. I am extensively trained in the treatment of trauma and can help you get to the roots of why your life isn't working. Also, for those in the military, I've a special place in my heart for you. (see below)
Are you struggling? If yes, I can help you find answers. I also work with couples in crisis and provide marriage therapy & counseling for those who are thinking about ending the relationship, but are confused and don't know what they want. My expertise is helping you out of the confusion in a way that is in the best interest of you and your family. I am extensively trained in the treatment of trauma and can help you get to the roots of why your life isn't working. Also, for those in the military, I've a special place in my heart for you. (see below)
Erin Denton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jonesboro, AR 72401
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience helping clients to discover and follow their own pathway for healing, growth and fulfillment. I provide a non-judgmental perspective and focus on developing a compassionate and caring relationship with those I work with.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience helping clients to discover and follow their own pathway for healing, growth and fulfillment. I provide a non-judgmental perspective and focus on developing a compassionate and caring relationship with those I work with.
Lisa D Rouse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Life throws challenges at us every day, from minor disruptions and discomforts to life-altering change. I believe that seeking support and guidance to address these challenges is one of the most courageous steps one can take. My goal is to help you establish or reestablish your life as a thriving and healthy person. If you have been in therapy in the past or have never been I will provide a safe and comfortable place for you to talk about the things that are keeping you from reaching your full potential. I work with children, adults, and families with a variety of problems.
Life throws challenges at us every day, from minor disruptions and discomforts to life-altering change. I believe that seeking support and guidance to address these challenges is one of the most courageous steps one can take. My goal is to help you establish or reestablish your life as a thriving and healthy person. If you have been in therapy in the past or have never been I will provide a safe and comfortable place for you to talk about the things that are keeping you from reaching your full potential. I work with children, adults, and families with a variety of problems.
LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.