Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Yell County, AR

I believe every person can heal when they are given a safe supportive environment. As individuals, we are all unique with our own values, ideas, beliefs, and life goals. I am passionate about helping you discover your strengths and internal resources to overcome your challenges.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your thoughts or emotions? Are there specific stressors in your life that you're struggling to cope with? I want to assure you that you don't have to navigate this journey alone and I would be honored to travel alongside you. I strive to create a safe space where individuals feel empowered to speak openly, explore their thoughts and feelings, and engage in meaningful dialogue and growth. My belief is that everyone deserves to feel understood and supported. I focus on using an open-minded perspective with any interaction so that I can provide a supportive space for others of varying backgrounds.

I am a clinical social worker who works with people from ages 14 to Geriatric age. My client base are people who have occupational , substance abuse, mental health, family, and legal issues. The following disorders I work with are personality disorders, Schizophrenia spectrum, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, mood disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury and Intellectual Disabilities, that range from borderline intellectual to moderate intellectual disability. I am also a certified gambling addictions counselor and Certified addictions Counselor.

You long to open your heart, spread your wings, and soar. But at the same time you feel trapped in a cloud of confusion, and can't seem to find a way out. I provide a safe transition; a warm, cozy nest where you feel nurtured as you prepare to fly.......... My Approach: I am honored to accompany you as you discover your innate ability to transform your pain into self-acceptance, love and joy. The depth of your pain can determine the height of your joy. For verified reviews, please copy and paste this link into your web browser www.genbook.com/bookings/slot/reservation/30238501/reviews/?bookingSourceId=1023

I am a native of NWA, and graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Master of Social Work Degree. I entered the mental health field where I have worked with clients of all ages in a variety of settings including therapeutic day treatment, inpatient treatment, integrated behavioral health, and a healthcare clinic. I firmly believe that mental health challenges should not define a person’s worth, and that all individuals are capable and worthy of a positive quality of life.

I am passionate about helping people learn practical tools to develop self-awareness and self-acceptance. I am person-centered and relational in my approach. I communicate the value I see in you! Through collaboration, we will create and monitor treatment goals that reflect your needs. I hold space for you to acknowledge your hardest moments and empathize about these inevitable struggles; while maintaining awareness of the possibility that lighter emotions, like humor, curiosity, and creativity, can be present at the same time. I strive to support you in accepting and enjoying your multifaceted and meaningful life.

Obliterate your life hurdles with practical and efficient modalities! I have 4 Master's degrees and a plethora of certifications to help you defeat your inner enemies. I am recognized in Arkansas as a specialist in Alcohol and Drug Counseling, so I understand the evils of addiction and how to treat it. Internationally, I'm a fully certified Hypnotherapist (CHt), qualified in delivering deeply transformative interventions. My most-used approach is Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), which has demonstrated strong efficacy for numerous categories...anxiety/PTSD, bipolar, ADHD, feeling stuck, etc. Begin your journey towards wellness!

I am so glad that you are taking the important first step in reaching out for the help that you deserve! My name is Melissa Harrison, and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker with over 5 years of experience providing therapy to children, teens, and adults in Central Arkansas. I work with clients experiencing a number of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and many others. I am especially passionate about working with clients to heal trauma, find purpose, and adjust to life’s stressors and changes.

Note: E-mail contact preferred due to the volume of calls I receive. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas. I enjoy working with adults and older teenagers. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central and that many of our struggles come from wounded relationships and difficulty with connection. I work to build a relationship of deep empathy and connection with my clients in addition to providing tools for working with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, disordered eating, body image, self esteem, relationship struggles, career transitions, grief, and interpersonal struggles.

Throughout my career, I have worked with clients walking through anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and terminal illness and primarily work with women who deal with these issues. Through my time working in this profession, I have also been involved in ministry ranging in different capacities and have learned so much through my own walk with my community and the Lord. My heart and hope for this practice come from Isaiah 41, showing we all are in need, but God will provide, turning dust, despair, into beauty and life.

If you are ready to commit to healing, even if that is just by showing up, it's time. It's time to call the office, schedule an appointment, and shift the focus to you and what you want. I have experience working with many populations and issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and adjustment, transitions of life, disordered eating, poor sense of self, and mood instability. Our goal will be to create a happier and healthier you, whatever that may look like.

Do you feel lost? Growth facilitated in a safe space that allows you to process and explore and discover your abilities and your own daily practice that helps you find the state of mind that resonates with you. I can assist you with boundary improvement, feelings of low self worth. Socratic method is utilized to enhance self reflection, growth. Personal impact of social science is important as well as spirituality. Specializing in struggles intersecting in: Trauma, neurodivergency. This could include those who identify as asexual, demisexual, or other less understood, nontraditional identities and relationships.

I believe healing, growth and change can happen together. This is why I believe so strongly in the therapeutic relationship. I strive to maintain a non-judgmental and holistic therapeutic environment that is rooted in empathy and focused on strengths. As your therapist, I would love the opportunity to help you achieve your goals. It is my desire as a clinician to walk with you through the painful situations in life so you do not remain stuck in suffering. I'm not here to shame you. You deserve to have your stories and feelings heard, and I am here to hold compassion for you until you can do so yourself.

Overthinking and worst-case-scenario planning keep you distracted and irritable lately. You’re the go-to person when others want to vent. They know you'll try to help, but you're getting resentful of the earfuls of TMI. If you’re honest, it's getting old to be called selfish when you try to take some alone time. You haven't been feeling like yourself, and are starting to wonder if there's something wrong with you. You want to understand what you're feeling, and why- but most of all, how to change it. Does this sound familiar?

I believe everyone has the ability to be free from their own misery and to be their true selves. My role as your therapist will be to facilitate change in areas you want to see improvement by providing a safe and friendly environment where you feel completely free to be you. The real raw version of yourself without the mask. I use a variety of validating approaches that empowers and motivates you in the therapeutic process.

As we manage through difficulty challenges occur. Adapting to a challenge can have a psychological toll and it can feel exhausting. I want to invite you to visit. I am inclusive and an LGBTQIA+ ally. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, teens, families (traditional and blended), and young adults launching into the college experience. I have worked with couples managing relationship issues to address healthy boundaries, reciprocity, and improving communication. I have available evening and weekend hours. My space is for you and your meaningful experiences. Currently I only have online availability and soon in-person.

I enjoy working with a broad range of adult individuals, especially those who desire to use the therapy relationship to find self-acceptance, deepen self-understanding, and strengthen self-confidence. I work best with clients who are looking for a travel guide to exploring their inner life, and want a therapist to aid them in self-discovery.

I am the Lead Therapist and Director of Arkansas Holistic Therapy (AHT). AHT is a mental health counseling center that provides traditional psychotherapy services with ecological-based interventions to support overall health outcomes. I’m a LCSW trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) for children & adolescents, Trauma Conscious Yoga Method, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). AHT’s goal is to provide self-directed, therapeutic interventions to holistically improve psycho-social-emotional outcomes for our clients.