Heather D. Eslien
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
9 Endorsed
330 South Pineapple Avenue, Suite 101, Sarasota, FL 34236
Let's Connect (941) 584-5091
I have worked for over 15 years as a therapist and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. I am especially passionate about my extensive work with trans and gender-expansive clients and their family members. I have been awarded the Sarasota OUT Award 3 years in a row. My empathic, non-judgemental style allows my clients safety in navigating coming out, transitioning and understanding themselves better through a lens of self-compassion. I am well versed in writing letters of support for trans-affirming medical care and have an established resource referral network. Allow me to help to guide you on the path to your authentic self!
I view my work with clients through the lens of social justice/anti-oppression. I am sensitive to how various societal oppression becomes internalized and impacts mental health which often leads to higher levels of anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-harm and suicide. My therapeutic orientation is humanistic, compassion-focused and strengths-based.
I believe you know yourself better than anyone, but sometimes that knowing becomes cloudy. Let me illuminate your path to empower you to find your authentic self. I believe trans and gender-expansive people are an important key to our societal liberation and should be celebrated. Your gifts and presence are needed now more than ever!
Call or Email Heather D. Eslien now for a free 15 minute consultation - (941) 584-5091
Let's Connect (941) 584-5091
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $225
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, ZelleInsurance
- Out of Network
Heather D. Eslien
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (941) 584-5091
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH14336 Heather D. Eslien
- In Practice for 13 years
- Attended Antioch University Seattle, Graduated 2009
- Certificate from WPATH 2025
- Certificate from FCA 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Heather D. Eslien
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (941) 584-5091
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Transgender
- LGBTQ+
- Neurodivergence (ADHD, AS)
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
Heather D. Eslien
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (941) 584-5091
9 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Buddhist
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Buddhist
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Buddhist Psychology
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Internalized Oppression
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
Heather D. Eslien
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (941) 584-5091
Groups
Loved Ones Support Group
This free support group offers a space for parents and caregivers of trans and gender-expansive folx to receive proper education from a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in gender-affirming care, while sharing experiences, processing emotions, and providing support for each other.
Expertise
Transgender
Group Meets
Third Sat 3 P.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Location
Project Pride HQ
1370 Blvd Of The Arts
Suite C
Sarasota, FL 34236
Email Heather D. Eslien about this group or call - (941) 584-5091
Location
Primary Location
Heather D. Eslien, LLC
330 South Pineapple Avenue
Suite 101
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 584-5091Email me