Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Greenbrier, AR

I like to think I have a unique skill set coupled with life experience that equips me to be a dynamic therapist. I served as a Marine in the military, spent 20 years working in the pathology field looking at healing the body and now work with clients from 5 years to older adult healing the mind. Therapy is difficult to navigate and can feel messy for the whole system (friends, family, work, school, and more). I value your experience and how that has shaped core beliefs. Because we have these core beliefs, doesn't make them true. Let's assign new rules to these beliefs and heal the system as a whole both in body and mind.

The human experience can be challenging at times, but can also be beautiful and meaningful. Learning that both are normal parts of the journey can be empowering and allow one to reach our dreams and goals by overcoming the blocks and pain that keep us from reaching those dreams. We can learn to grow through pain, enjoy moments of pure joy and build community. I am a Licensed Masters Social Work, Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Equine Therapist and Certified Thanatologist along with EMDR training. I have worked with a wide variety of clients over the course of my 23-year career.

We believe there is hope and positive change possible for each individual and family. Through faith-based counseling, we strive to empower clients to find Peace of Mind, knowing that many individual and family burdens can be relieved through the collaborative relationship working with a trained counselor. Our team has worked to obtain certificates in trauma assessment & interventions as well as acute stress, grief, loss, complex trauma, relational issues, religious wounding, substance abuse and crisis. These extra trainings have included specific measures that are necessary for work with the veteran and active military community.

Life can feel messy; and it is at times a place of stagnation, chaos, or just confusion. I challenge individuals to identify themselves, their passions, and to grow beyond the mask that life pushes us to wear as a means of protection or out of fear. It is in true authenticity that we find freedom and joy to move from isolation or bondage to freedom and fullness. It is in freedom where we no longer have to choose living in fear, rejection, pain, and/or competition but can chose to live with depth, substance, love, and understanding.

Life changes can be difficult whether it be relational, new experiences or added additions. “I am committed to those I see and willing to guide you along the way.” I have over 20 years of experience in the Mental Health Field. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have worked with a number of individuals who have dealt with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, and trauma. I offer a welcoming space for you to come and process what you feel the needed focus is. I also enjoy women’s issues, working with Responders, and have a love of helping you create the life and response that is healthy and unique to you.

I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults who are dealing with ADHD, depression, anxiety, difficulty coping with stress, or recovering from trauma.

Have you ever wished life was different? Often, people go through life pretending things are “ok.” In reality, everyone experiences problems. Often, we are afraid to share them with others. We're afraid of their response. You don't have to do it alone anymore. No matter the problem you are facing... depression, anxiety, trauma, loneliness... I believe together we can take steps to create a better life for you. I believe big changes are made by taking small, consistent steps. I believe a strong, collaborative, therapeutic relationship helps those I work with to explore what is holding them back, while we work toward change.

I provide treatment for a wide variety of individual mental health diagnoses in teens and adults ranging from major depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, anger management, partner relational problems, and psychotic disorders. I have also taught process and skills development groups in: communication, anger management, stress management, relationship skills, recovery, DBT, and relapse prevention.

Do you struggle to be truly authentic or know yourself? There is freedom in taking off the masks you feel you need to wear to protect yourself, or who you believe others need you to be. Therapy involves change, a healing that brings your real self to life, but change isn't always easy. Therapy is an investment, and you aren’t investing your time and money to talk with a “friend.” If you're looking for that kind of therapist, that's not me. I have a direct and active approach to therapy. While being genuine and empathetic, I will confront and challenge the beliefs that keep you from living as your authentic self.

I am passionate about helping couples, individuals and families strengthen their relationships and perceptions of themselves. I can assist your healing from trauma and help you navigate through difficult life transitions. I hold a MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from John Brown University and use a range of highly effective, evidence-based counseling approaches. I use a combination of Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I am highly skilled in Grief Recovery as well as Affair Recovery. I am also proficient at using Brainspotting to assist with stuck points, performance anxiety and clients with Trauma.

For many years my clients have primarily been individuals, groups, and families coming out of abusive and sometimes violent relationships and addiction. Although that was the original primary focus, most of them also struggled with other accompanying factors like depression, anxiety and other serious mental health diagnoses. My clinical focus has recently shifted to more of a community-based population. I have found this work incredibly rewarding. I enjoy working with additional needs such as grief, prenatal, postpartum depression, and abandonment trauma to name a few.

I have over 20 years’ experience with adoptive families, children, and attachment. I am passionate about helping family, parents, and children navigate BIG changes in healthy ways. I understand first hand, being a parent of 6 beautiful adopted children myself, the challenges, emotions, fears, and successes that can come up along the way. I am skilled in attachment & view this as critical to understanding how people develop and navigate relationships. I consider myself an expert in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and can spot these symptoms and behaviors in both children and adults. Early intervention is KEY to successful outcomes.

I love working with children of all ages, adolescents, and young adults. I have worked with a wide range of issues including behavior issues, eating disorders, self-esteem, and body image issues. I have also worked with other challenges like anxiety, trauma, etc. People who suffer from these issues have needs and goals to be able to get them out of the negative eye and help improve their quality of life.

Conway Counseling & Wellness Center is a group private practice of practitioners with specialties in mental health and wellness including psychiatry. Our treatment is holistic and incorporates traditional counseling with wellness services such as art therapy, yoga therapy, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and massage. A client with anxiety could benefit from individual counseling, family therapy, yoga, and massage. Another client working to minimize an addiction could receive individual and group counseling, yoga for 12 step recovery, and hypnotherapy. By offering a range of services we can customize treatment.

I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), and I am accepting new clients in-person and by telehealth at Central Arkansas Testing & Therapy Center. I currently accept most insurances and self pay clients using cash, check, HSA/FSA card or credit card. I work with adults 18+ who struggle with every day stressors, anxiety, depression, Adult ADHD, PTSD, working on long-term goals to ensure you are living the best life possible. Call today to for a session that fits your busy schedule.

Are you currently in a hard season of life? Are you feeling alone, empty, hurt, or confused? Your feelings and experiences matter and we can find meaning in the pain together. Jinny is an Arkansas native who graduated from John Brown University in 2009 with dual Masters degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling. Jinny believes it is a privilege and honor to walk alongside you in your healing journey! She will take your relationship seriously and believes a therapeutic relationship is based on trust, which she will strive to build with you.

Are you stressed, depressed, or disengaged from life? Are your primary relationships failing? Do you feel like life is passing you by? Do you live with chronic illness or disability and see your life as on hold or even hopeless? Are you seeking assistance with wellness, stress reduction, depression or anxiety? Let our team at Restored Life Counseling help you to regain motivation and control over your life. We are a group private practice with counselors, social workers, and a child psychologist. Our team has training in most specialities and our administrative staff can help you find the best fit for your particular situation.

Therapy can sometimes seem like a one-sided conversation with someone saying “Mmm hmm” a whole bunch. That’s not how I do therapy. We will converse as much as you are comfortable. To me, your story matters. It may be one that you have lived months or decades trying to forget, but it still matters. If you are ready to unpack and sort through it with someone who will listen without judgement, please reach out. I can’t wait to meet you.

I have counseled a variety of clients and value each one as an individual even when they are part of a couple or family unit. I understand it is hard to decide to make an appointment. However, by making that decision now, we can join together in a safe space and talk openly about your source of pain, your struggles, your challenges. We will take the time to break your solutions into manageable pieces. My goal in therapy is progress but it all starts with you. Contact me today for a free phone consultation so that we may get to know each other and decide together what is your best course of action.