Therapists in Arkansas
Crystal Warren
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Smith, AR 72903 (Online Only)
You deserve a life that brings you happiness and makes you feel at peace. Many of us at some point in our life have suffered with depression and anxiety that leaves us feeling stuck, but there is hope. There is hope if you are struggling with addiction, to overcome your past, or a parent struggling with their child's behaviors. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for. During my years as a therapist, I have helped individuals, children/teens, and families find healing and understanding. Reaching out for help can be intimidating, but I hope you will make that call and see how I can help.
You deserve a life that brings you happiness and makes you feel at peace. Many of us at some point in our life have suffered with depression and anxiety that leaves us feeling stuck, but there is hope. There is hope if you are struggling with addiction, to overcome your past, or a parent struggling with their child's behaviors. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for. During my years as a therapist, I have helped individuals, children/teens, and families find healing and understanding. Reaching out for help can be intimidating, but I hope you will make that call and see how I can help.
Maekellie Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Searcy, AR 72143
I’ve worked with clients experiencing a wide range of issues including ADHD, trauma, childhood grief anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and anger issues.
Change your mind, change your life! You get to choose the life you want based on the actions that you take daily. A simple tweak in the way you think about life’s experiences can change the outcome in any given situation. When we create better thoughts, we get better results. I rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) because I truly believe thoughts, feelings and behaviors are all connected.
I’ve worked with clients experiencing a wide range of issues including ADHD, trauma, childhood grief anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and anger issues.
Change your mind, change your life! You get to choose the life you want based on the actions that you take daily. A simple tweak in the way you think about life’s experiences can change the outcome in any given situation. When we create better thoughts, we get better results. I rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) because I truly believe thoughts, feelings and behaviors are all connected.
Secoyia Key
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bentonville, AR 72712 (Online Only)
Restart, renew and refresh your outlook. I'd like to assist you with regaining or finally establishing control over your life through building effective coping skills that help with addressing current and past stressors. My approach will help you to reduce troublesome mental health symptoms by developing a better self-image, exploring healthier life choices, instilling hope and using appropriate coping mechanisms to reach your goals. I can support you in regaining your life from trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, along with building and maintaining happy, healthy relationships with others and yourself.
Restart, renew and refresh your outlook. I'd like to assist you with regaining or finally establishing control over your life through building effective coping skills that help with addressing current and past stressors. My approach will help you to reduce troublesome mental health symptoms by developing a better self-image, exploring healthier life choices, instilling hope and using appropriate coping mechanisms to reach your goals. I can support you in regaining your life from trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, along with building and maintaining happy, healthy relationships with others and yourself.
Briana Harrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Benton, AR 72015
Are you struggling with depression, to make relationships work, worrying all the time? Do you feel like an imposter despite your accomplishments? Are you trying your best as a parent but you still feel like a failure? Do you feel unheard or unseen by others in your life? Do you have a child struggling with bullying, anxiety or behavioral problems?
Are you struggling with depression, to make relationships work, worrying all the time? Do you feel like an imposter despite your accomplishments? Are you trying your best as a parent but you still feel like a failure? Do you feel unheard or unseen by others in your life? Do you have a child struggling with bullying, anxiety or behavioral problems?
Amy Tankersley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Are you struggling to self-regulate and better understand your thoughts and emotions? Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Are you self-harming or having suicidal thinking? Or is there a traumatic event you're feeling ready to process, or a relationship pattern you'd like to address? Do you need a safe, private place to explore trauma, or other big changes in your life? If so, I may be able to help.
Are you struggling to self-regulate and better understand your thoughts and emotions? Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Are you self-harming or having suicidal thinking? Or is there a traumatic event you're feeling ready to process, or a relationship pattern you'd like to address? Do you need a safe, private place to explore trauma, or other big changes in your life? If so, I may be able to help.
DaLisha Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72116 (Online Only)
DaLisha Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Arkansas. She has several years of experience in the field of mental health and is passionate about helping others learn to cope and foster a happier life. DaLisha has worked with adolescents, adults, and couples, specializing in stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, motivation, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, and confidence. DaLisha received a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has a Master of Philosophy in Human and Social Services, both from Walden University.
DaLisha Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Arkansas. She has several years of experience in the field of mental health and is passionate about helping others learn to cope and foster a happier life. DaLisha has worked with adolescents, adults, and couples, specializing in stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, motivation, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, and confidence. DaLisha received a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has a Master of Philosophy in Human and Social Services, both from Walden University.
Serenity Health & Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72211
My areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, trauma, attention deficit disorders, adults and teens with self-injurious behaviors/behavior issues, phase of life changes, life stresses, emotional regulation, problems in relationships, substance abuse, psychosis, mood instability, cultural issues, grief and/or unresolved losses.
Marsha Sproling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides therapy to adolescents and adults using a client- centered, eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. Preferred treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive therapy, EMDR, Integrative Sandtray Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I believes that change happens when people are given the support needed to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live a fulfilling, happy life. I have over 13 years experience in a variety of settings with diverse clients providing both long term and brief treatment.
My areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, trauma, attention deficit disorders, adults and teens with self-injurious behaviors/behavior issues, phase of life changes, life stresses, emotional regulation, problems in relationships, substance abuse, psychosis, mood instability, cultural issues, grief and/or unresolved losses.
Marsha Sproling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides therapy to adolescents and adults using a client- centered, eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. Preferred treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive therapy, EMDR, Integrative Sandtray Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I believes that change happens when people are given the support needed to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live a fulfilling, happy life. I have over 13 years experience in a variety of settings with diverse clients providing both long term and brief treatment.
Ally Sabados Smolinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bentonville, AR 72712
Hi there! I'm a licensed clinical therapist & owner of The Therapy Lounge. My goal as your clinician is to assist you in your journey of personal growth. Self-awareness is a key part of healing & my style of therapy is tailored to assist you in identifying stuck points, exploring self-defeating patterns/thoughts, improving emotional regulation, and building personal insight. I specialize in the areas of depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, adjusting through life transitions, relational issues, & trauma. My ideal clients are adults who have self-curiosity & wish to dive more deeply into the root causes of their symptoms.
Hi there! I'm a licensed clinical therapist & owner of The Therapy Lounge. My goal as your clinician is to assist you in your journey of personal growth. Self-awareness is a key part of healing & my style of therapy is tailored to assist you in identifying stuck points, exploring self-defeating patterns/thoughts, improving emotional regulation, and building personal insight. I specialize in the areas of depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, adjusting through life transitions, relational issues, & trauma. My ideal clients are adults who have self-curiosity & wish to dive more deeply into the root causes of their symptoms.
Erich C Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bentonville, AR 72712
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or struggling to find clarity in life's challenges? You might feel stuck again in a vicious cycle you can't break free of. It's okay to need help. Whether you're battling anxiety, relationship issues, navigating through grief, or simply seeking guidance on your journey to self-discovery, you deserve support. Your feelings are important information about your experience of the world. When we aren't congruent with our inner world we can experience a high level of distress. You do not have to stay stuck in this place. You want to see a positive, meaningful difference in the life you lead.
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or struggling to find clarity in life's challenges? You might feel stuck again in a vicious cycle you can't break free of. It's okay to need help. Whether you're battling anxiety, relationship issues, navigating through grief, or simply seeking guidance on your journey to self-discovery, you deserve support. Your feelings are important information about your experience of the world. When we aren't congruent with our inner world we can experience a high level of distress. You do not have to stay stuck in this place. You want to see a positive, meaningful difference in the life you lead.
Cathrine Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CTMH
Verified Verified
Texarkana, AR 71854 (Online Only)
Whether dealing with grief, trauma, anxiety, or depression, I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet each client's specific needs.
Change is the only constant in life. Our lives are constantly changing; we ourselves are evolving. With those changes come challenges, often mental and emotional. We learn and we grow through all of these changes. However, we often feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or just generally unable to cope with things. It's easy to let the changes in life weigh us down and take control, but I want to help you grow from your struggles and all of life's changes. As John Maxwell said, “Change is inevitable. Growth is optional," so let's grow together.
Whether dealing with grief, trauma, anxiety, or depression, I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet each client's specific needs.
Change is the only constant in life. Our lives are constantly changing; we ourselves are evolving. With those changes come challenges, often mental and emotional. We learn and we grow through all of these changes. However, we often feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or just generally unable to cope with things. It's easy to let the changes in life weigh us down and take control, but I want to help you grow from your struggles and all of life's changes. As John Maxwell said, “Change is inevitable. Growth is optional," so let's grow together.
Sherry L Pointer
Counselor, MS, LAC, TTS
Verified Verified
Bentonville, AR 72712
I use a number of different approaches to help guide you including Yoga, changing faulty thinking and behavior or habits, acceptance and acknowledgement, and mindfulness for a number of problems including stress management, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and substance use disorders.
I believe change is part of life and some people need guidance through that change. My role as your therapist is to provide a positive, healing environment to create change for your mind, body, and soul. I enjoy working with all ages with a range of presenting problems.
I use a number of different approaches to help guide you including Yoga, changing faulty thinking and behavior or habits, acceptance and acknowledgement, and mindfulness for a number of problems including stress management, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and substance use disorders.
I believe change is part of life and some people need guidance through that change. My role as your therapist is to provide a positive, healing environment to create change for your mind, body, and soul. I enjoy working with all ages with a range of presenting problems.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenbrier, AR 72058
I am passionate about working with families and their children. My goal is to help my clients identify what they can improve and guide them through achieving their personal goals, whether as an individual or a family unit. I thrive in working with teens and young adults who struggle with anxiety disorder, help my clients learn how to identify and engage in social and emotional life skills, and strongly encourages self-love and acceptance as a key tool in becoming a healthy, functioning individual. I apply cognitive approaches to engage clients in identifying root issues, processing those difficulties, and working through them.
I am passionate about working with families and their children. My goal is to help my clients identify what they can improve and guide them through achieving their personal goals, whether as an individual or a family unit. I thrive in working with teens and young adults who struggle with anxiety disorder, help my clients learn how to identify and engage in social and emotional life skills, and strongly encourages self-love and acceptance as a key tool in becoming a healthy, functioning individual. I apply cognitive approaches to engage clients in identifying root issues, processing those difficulties, and working through them.
Rita Puryear Dickson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Making the decision to go to counseling, or even wondering if you need counseling, can leave you feeling vulnerable and scared. Sometimes life’s challenges can be overwhelming or too much to navigate alone. Often, things happen that we have no control over, and sometimes we find ourselves in situations due to choices we've made. These instances can cause us to experience depression, anxiety, negative thinking patterns, grief, relationship issue, family difficulties. I can help you navigate these life stressors in a safe, sensitive and compassionate environment.
Making the decision to go to counseling, or even wondering if you need counseling, can leave you feeling vulnerable and scared. Sometimes life’s challenges can be overwhelming or too much to navigate alone. Often, things happen that we have no control over, and sometimes we find ourselves in situations due to choices we've made. These instances can cause us to experience depression, anxiety, negative thinking patterns, grief, relationship issue, family difficulties. I can help you navigate these life stressors in a safe, sensitive and compassionate environment.
Wesley H Goodson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Texarkana, AR 71854
I counsel individuals, children/adolescents, and families on a variety of issues ranging from behavioral concerns, anxiety/depression, trauma and relationship issues.
I am licensed in OK and AR and offer virtual and in-person appointments. I believe taking on life's day-to-day stressors can sometimes feel overwhelming and uncontrollable. Which leads us to feel anxious, sad, and frustrated which further impacts our ability to balance each facet of our lives. It is during these strenuous times that counseling may benefit you in creating clarity and encouragement through the chaos. As a counselor, it is my privilege to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment to process these concerns.
I counsel individuals, children/adolescents, and families on a variety of issues ranging from behavioral concerns, anxiety/depression, trauma and relationship issues.
I am licensed in OK and AR and offer virtual and in-person appointments. I believe taking on life's day-to-day stressors can sometimes feel overwhelming and uncontrollable. Which leads us to feel anxious, sad, and frustrated which further impacts our ability to balance each facet of our lives. It is during these strenuous times that counseling may benefit you in creating clarity and encouragement through the chaos. As a counselor, it is my privilege to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment to process these concerns.
Yolanda McCallum
Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211 (Online Only)
I am passionate about my work and specialize in three areas: working with women over 40 experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship distress, past trauma and adjusting to major life changes and transitions, working with busy professionals of all ages trying to balance family, career, community and social demands, and working with couples on the brink of separation and/ or divorce.
I am passionate about my work and specialize in three areas: working with women over 40 experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship distress, past trauma and adjusting to major life changes and transitions, working with busy professionals of all ages trying to balance family, career, community and social demands, and working with couples on the brink of separation and/ or divorce.
Kerry Marie Ryall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bella Vista, AR 72715
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families. I take an eclectic approach to therapy and focus treatment based on the needs of the family or individual. I have special training in trauma treatment with families, children, and adolescents that has been proven to be extremely effective with persons with trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, substance abuse, and behavioral issues. Therapy provides ways to express feelings, understand patterns of thinking, gain perspective on past events and current relationships, set goals, and clarify dreams for the future.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families. I take an eclectic approach to therapy and focus treatment based on the needs of the family or individual. I have special training in trauma treatment with families, children, and adolescents that has been proven to be extremely effective with persons with trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, substance abuse, and behavioral issues. Therapy provides ways to express feelings, understand patterns of thinking, gain perspective on past events and current relationships, set goals, and clarify dreams for the future.
Susan L Bryant
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72205
As a clinical psychologist in central Arkansas for over 20 years, my passion is providing evidence-based cognitive and behavioral therapies to promote real, lasting change. My desire is to help adults, teens, and children develop the skills needed to feel better and live happier lives. I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar, trauma and stress disorders as well as ADHD and other child and adolescent behavior problems.
As a clinical psychologist in central Arkansas for over 20 years, my passion is providing evidence-based cognitive and behavioral therapies to promote real, lasting change. My desire is to help adults, teens, and children develop the skills needed to feel better and live happier lives. I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar, trauma and stress disorders as well as ADHD and other child and adolescent behavior problems.
Abby Stanfill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72703
With experience as a therapist since 2010, I have had the opportunity to work with a wide array of clients through community mental health. I've been able to gain experience treating variety of mental health concerns including treating individuals with anxiety, depression, challenging family dynamics, trauma, and children with behavioral issues. After working as a Program Coordinator managing a team of therapists and paraprofessionals, I am excited to be established in private practice at NWA Therapy so I can facilitate counseling in a way that helps me tap into all the skills I have developed so far in my career.
With experience as a therapist since 2010, I have had the opportunity to work with a wide array of clients through community mental health. I've been able to gain experience treating variety of mental health concerns including treating individuals with anxiety, depression, challenging family dynamics, trauma, and children with behavioral issues. After working as a Program Coordinator managing a team of therapists and paraprofessionals, I am excited to be established in private practice at NWA Therapy so I can facilitate counseling in a way that helps me tap into all the skills I have developed so far in my career.
Melanie Bailey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LADAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrison, AR 72601 (Online Only)
I'm a straight-forward, get it done therapist. My goal with any client or family is to help them quickly identify what the core issues are and to create solutions that help them function better on a daily basis. Whether it is a child struggling with behavioral issues or an adult battling depression or anxiety, I'm focused on outcomes, not blame.
I'm a straight-forward, get it done therapist. My goal with any client or family is to help them quickly identify what the core issues are and to create solutions that help them function better on a daily basis. Whether it is a child struggling with behavioral issues or an adult battling depression or anxiety, I'm focused on outcomes, not blame.
Kim Davis Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701
By building on your skills to nurture and manage a family effectively, you can achieve individual goals while overcoming fears & anxieties.
I'm Kimberly Davis, LPC, NCC. I help adults and teens cope with the pressures and demands of daily life and relationships. I'm conveniently located on College Ave in Fayetteville. My psychotherapy is often focused on strengthening relationships with loved ones. Adult clients with children ages 3 to 11 can benefit greatly. Clients enhance their decision making skills, assertive communication, self responsibility, empathy, self-esteem, conflict resolution skills, and self-efficacy. Struggling college students can benefit from my counseling services. Significant life change can upset your sleep, work, school, family, and/or social connections. Receive help.
By building on your skills to nurture and manage a family effectively, you can achieve individual goals while overcoming fears & anxieties.
I'm Kimberly Davis, LPC, NCC. I help adults and teens cope with the pressures and demands of daily life and relationships. I'm conveniently located on College Ave in Fayetteville. My psychotherapy is often focused on strengthening relationships with loved ones. Adult clients with children ages 3 to 11 can benefit greatly. Clients enhance their decision making skills, assertive communication, self responsibility, empathy, self-esteem, conflict resolution skills, and self-efficacy. Struggling college students can benefit from my counseling services. Significant life change can upset your sleep, work, school, family, and/or social connections. Receive help.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.