Therapists in Vilonia, AR

Life can hit hard. Stress and heartache can build over time or it can explode instantly into one big mess. Most of the time you can get through ok on your own but sometimes it's just too much to keep going solo. Worries, bad memories, feeling overwhelmed, kids/significant other driving you nuts, or wanting to just hide in bed can take over. Sometimes you need a friendly ear to help you figure out what happened and how to get out of the mess without feeling judged or looked down on. Someone who can help you feel like you again: happy, hopeful, confident, empowered!

Are you experiencing any of the following: being overwhelmed, anxiety, depression, stress related issues, relationship problems, addictions, anger, work challenges, bipolar disorder, parent-child conflict, or spiritual issues? I will work collaboratively with you to meet your goals, create the changes you want and give you the tools to be empowered in your life. We discuss the patterns that keep you stuck, and how you can be different. Drawing from your successes and the strengths you possess, you learn your thought/emotional process. We explore your emotions, and how to change the negative critical thoughts and behaviors to become more useful and positive.

UPDATE: (3/15/23) I have limited openings for new clients in-person at our Conway location I accept BCBS, Ambetter, Qual-Choice, United Health Care, and self pay clients using cash, check, HSA/FSA card or credit card. I am passionate about working with people 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.

Populations Dr. Black has experience with include those struggling with depression, anxiety, oppositional defiant disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, family-relational difficulties, learning disabilities, conduct disorder, substance use, disordered eating, and trauma. Typically, individuals she works with range in age from 3 to 18-years-old. However, Dr. Black has expanded her practice to work with adults ranging in age from 18 to 45-years-old.

My ideal client’s issues are experiencing adjustment disorder, depression, issues with their career, sexuality and children/teens with behavioral Issues that may come from an underlying issue such as depression, abandonment, or an intellectual or developmental delay.

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.

I truly love helping all age groups from 5 years old to the middle-aged adult. I have experience with children, teens, families, and adults. I hold a specialization in play therapy and love to utilize it into sessions both with the littles and bigs. “Play is the window to the soul” and you are never too old to play.

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.

Despite ethnicity, socioeconomic status, religious affiliation, or any other personal experiences or beliefs, each of us have the same start to life at birth: a pristine slate on which to begin our individual journey. Due to my own personal experiences, I strongly believe I have an affinity for troubled youth, young adults, and families. I know that I am blessed beyond words to have come out of my own childhood trauma with meager scars and have been given the privilege of walking alongside individuals struggling with the same sense of stability and self-worth I encountered as a child.

Tierney graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with her Masters in Mental Health Counseling. Tierney has been working in Mental Health in a variety of settings including private practice, inpatient/PHP/IOP, University Counseling Centers, and short-term virtual mental health programming. Tierney as a practitioner sees herself as passionate about the patient/therapist alliance. She feels this is one of the most important factors in patient progress and healing, “We are co-pilots on this journey, I am not working for you, I am working with you”.

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.

Life can throw us curveballs, and these changes can leave us feeling overwhelmed and unsure of the next step. You may be reeling from a loss, wondering how life can go on for everyone else, and feeling pressured to “just get over it.” Maybe you feel like your life is spiraling out of control and you don't know what to do with the feelings of sadness, loneliness or anger you're experiencing. That's where counseling can help! My approach to therapy is person-centered. I believe that you are your own expert, bringing your life experiences + view of the world to our work together.