Therapists in Arkansas

Life can take us down many different roads. Sometimes those roads can have bumps, holes, or be so deteriorated that it's difficult to travel. Counseling is an effective way to navigate life's difficulties. I treat a wide range of issues such as depression and other mood problems, anxiety and stress, relationship issues, life changes, adjustment to disability, behavioral issues and many more. Over my career, I have had opportunities to work with all ages and varied mental health problems. My goal for everyone I treat is to help them identify their problems and work to resolve those issues so that they can move forward in life.

Angela Holloway Shakir is a Licensed Professional Counselor serving Northwest Arkansas. She serves children and adolescents ages (5-17), adults (18+) and the senior populations (65+). Angela has over 7 years of experience in a variety of settings including school based, residential, inpatient, outpatient, and corrections. Her services are tailored for individual, group, couples, and families offering an integrative approach to address the unique needs of each client. Her experience and skills allow her to serve a diverse population providing both long term and brief interventions.

Is your anxiety causing you to miss out on things you would normally enjoy or new opportunities? Do you experience excessive worrying, overthinking, self-doubt, avoidance, irritability/frustration, over eating and find it hard to control your emotions? Do you wish to have more control over your thoughts and behaviors and live a less anxious life? I know first-hand, unmanaged anxiety can make you feel defeated and less confident in yourself. However, I want you to know it's possible to go from surviving to thriving with the right plan in place.

Maylynn is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She completed her degree at ASU in 2009. She has worked in many different settings and with different diagnoses. Maylynn has experience practicing in inpatient, community mental health, non-profits, schools, and private practice. Her strengths are in self-esteem, depression, anxiety, family issues, career goals, and a variety of other issues. She enjoys this work and is passionate about the pivotal transitional times in life. Maylynn completed her degree at ASU Jonesboro in 2009.

Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. If you want to become a stronger leader, I am also an executive coach.

I am a licensed mental health professional with over 11 years of clinical experience. My professional background is in Clinical Psychology with a Client-Centered focus. Client-Centered Counseling is a manner of being or an attitudinal approach that believes that positive change in people occurs in a therapeutic relationship with another person (a helper or a therapist) in which the helper provides unconditional positive regard, genuineness and empathy toward the client or patient. During my career, I have worked with all types of issues and in various stages of one’s life path.I am Looking forward to helping you.

Do you feel stuck in a maze of sadness, anxiety, regret and the endless demands of daily life? Has the messy road of life brought you heartaches, losses and unending changes? Do you find yourself lost while trying to navigate relationships? Are you consumed by the hurts of your past? Do you struggle with finding and applying your talents and skills to create the kind of life you want to live?

Life can be hard at times. Periods of depression, anxiety, and even self doubt can cause you to feel that your foundation is unstable. It is possible for you to stand on a SECURE FOUNDATION! Therapy is simply me walking alongside you, helping you get where you desire to be. I will offer support and empathy along the way. During our sessions I will use my professional experience and training to ensure that you achieve your desired goals. We will be committed to your well-being, growth, and self development every step of the way. We also offer couple and family therapy to help create a healthy family unit.

My name is Beverly Vanover, and I am a licensed professional counseling with 10 years of experience working with adults dealing with mild to moderate emotional regulation issues around anger, anxiety, depression, and relationships. I work with adults struggling with emotional regulation for emotions of anger, anxiety, depression, and desire to please that create barriers to inter and intra-personal effectiveness.

I offer a caring, safe and motivating environment where individuals can be heard and understood. I have 25 years of experience in the mental health field. I like to start where my clients are when they begin treatment, and I understand that one type of treatment approach does not work for everyone. I utilize several evidenced based therapies. Overall, I seek to assist clients in developing skills they desire to live happier more productive and fulfilling lives.

Hello to YOU! We are The Legacy for Children & Families, LLC. Here, our focus is on children, adolescents and adults who have experienced grief, trauma, depression and anxiety. Is your usual way of coping with loss or trauma no longer working? Have you found it difficult to move through current or past trauma or grief? Are there times were you think that you are going to lose your mind or that life is too hard?

With extensive experience working with individuals of all ages, I have a meaningful understanding of the unique challenges and developmental stages faced by adults, children, and adolescents. Whether you're an adult seeking personal growth, a parent navigating family dynamics, or a teenager facing the complexities of adolescence, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective therapeutic support. I have assisted people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and many other life challenges. I love to advocate for people from a holistic approach to improve overall well-being.

I work with clients of all ages, including couples and co-parenting. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and young women with a wide variety of concerns including low self esteem, body image concerns, anxiety, eating disorders, and a variety of other motherhood stressors. I will work to meet you where you are on your journey and strive to help you to find hope in your situation. Let me provide a welcoming setting that can be your safe space to explore yourself and whatever is troubling you. Together we will create a plan to help you find peace in your life, work toward self-actualization, and help you become your best self!

(Limited openings available. Please email to inquire about an appointment) As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide counseling for adults (18 and older), with expertise in the treatment of stress and anxiety. If you are feeling depressed, having frequent worry, losing sleep at night due to work or personal stress or just not feeling like yourself, having a supportive and kind counselor can help.

Andrew is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been in practice since 2004. Andrew owns Still Waters Counseling in Fayetteville, AR. In his private practice, Andrew helps Teenagers, Couples, and Adults overcome emotional, psychological, and relationship struggles. He holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Counseling. Many of his clients are seeking Christian Counseling.

I can help you! I have approximately 35 years of experience. I give practical help in a safe and accepting environment. I have specialized in working with children and adolescents; sexual abuse issues, family and marriage issues. I am certified in EMDR. I have clinically supervised/trained graduated students and pre-licensed therapists for approximately 20 years. I work with most issues, including, but not limited to substance abuse, educational problems, depression, anxiety. I am a supportive and caring therapist who will assist you in becoming the person you were meant to be. Let's turn your struggles into strengths.

My focus is to help individuals and families achieve the stability and the level of functioning that they desire through helping decrease symptoms and strengthen relationships with others. I am a strong believer in the power of the counselor and client relationship. The counseling relationship provides a safe environment, free from judgment, which allows a person to address challenges from the past or present with the ability to write a new ending. Through the counseling relationship an individual can become empowered to overcome any challenge by reaching a healthy point of self-acceptance.

Life can be unpredictable and the unexpected can happen at any time. As humans, we struggle with relationships, stress, work, and face many other challenges. I enjoy working with young and mature adults to help navigate these difficult times. I will seek to help you build your resilience and confidence to help you embrace your purpose in life through your individuality. I believe that we all have a story along with struggles. I understand the importance of needing to feel comfortable and valued to share our stories with other people.

I love working with adolescents and adults to guide them through life's difficulties to live a more fulfilling life. I provide individual, family, and couples counseling in a comfortable and private setting. I received my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Social Work from the University of Arkansas, and have been practicing for 18 years. I utilize a variety of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Systems Approach, coping and relaxation skills, Mindfulness, and Self-Care. My primary focus is on adults and adolescents coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to life's changes, and seeking overall personal growth.