Child Therapists in Arkansas
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.
Casandra Quinn Patterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MRC, EdS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
You’ve landed here for a reason. Maybe it’s that you need a safe place to talk…to just get help with all the overwhelming feelings in your life right now. Or, maybe you’re feeling some depression, anxiety, struggles with parenting, or just with being an adult in today’s world. Good news - you can now rest easy because you’re in the right place. Providing safety and security as well as a judgment-free space is EXACTLY what I do for all of my clients. Through working together, you’ll experience HOPE. Hope that tomorrow will be better, and hope that you or your child can find ways to cope better through difficult days.
You’ve landed here for a reason. Maybe it’s that you need a safe place to talk…to just get help with all the overwhelming feelings in your life right now. Or, maybe you’re feeling some depression, anxiety, struggles with parenting, or just with being an adult in today’s world. Good news - you can now rest easy because you’re in the right place. Providing safety and security as well as a judgment-free space is EXACTLY what I do for all of my clients. Through working together, you’ll experience HOPE. Hope that tomorrow will be better, and hope that you or your child can find ways to cope better through difficult days.
Megan T Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Crossett, AR 71635
I have specialized training in ADHD, Child Sexual Abuse, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder as well as having extensive training and experience with Grief, Addiction, Depression, Panic Disorder, and Bipolar.
I have worked in mental health since 2006. I believe that everyone deserves treatment based on their individual needs, tailored to them and their issues. I work closely with several psychiatrist and primary care physicians in the area for the most effective care possible.
I have specialized training in ADHD, Child Sexual Abuse, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder as well as having extensive training and experience with Grief, Addiction, Depression, Panic Disorder, and Bipolar.
I have worked in mental health since 2006. I believe that everyone deserves treatment based on their individual needs, tailored to them and their issues. I work closely with several psychiatrist and primary care physicians in the area for the most effective care possible.
Shalae Hesselbein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sherwood, AR 72120
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive training and experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My background has allowed me to work with a diverse range of needs, but traumatic stress is my primary focus. When working with children, I implement a child-centered and family-focused approach to help the child heal but also to support caregivers and to help the family grow closer together through the healing process. I also enjoy working with couples who want to learn together and grow closer. I am affirmative of LGBTQ and cultural minority clients. I fully embrace the opportunity to contribute towards societal change that is long overdue.
I have extensive training and experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My background has allowed me to work with a diverse range of needs, but traumatic stress is my primary focus. When working with children, I implement a child-centered and family-focused approach to help the child heal but also to support caregivers and to help the family grow closer together through the healing process. I also enjoy working with couples who want to learn together and grow closer. I am affirmative of LGBTQ and cultural minority clients. I fully embrace the opportunity to contribute towards societal change that is long overdue.
Christy Miller
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72715
Are you a parent/guardian struggling to help your child or adolescent? You may feel helpless and isolated if your child is experiencing behavioral or emotional difficulties. I can help you by working with your child from a developmentally appropriate approach. Each person has a unique journey, and no one should ever feel they must navigate it alone. Therefore, throughout this process, your child will experience a warm, safe, and accepting environment as we work collaboratively to help. I’ll also work to help you understand your child more and provide you with tools to feel more empowered.
Are you a parent/guardian struggling to help your child or adolescent? You may feel helpless and isolated if your child is experiencing behavioral or emotional difficulties. I can help you by working with your child from a developmentally appropriate approach. Each person has a unique journey, and no one should ever feel they must navigate it alone. Therefore, throughout this process, your child will experience a warm, safe, and accepting environment as we work collaboratively to help. I’ll also work to help you understand your child more and provide you with tools to feel more empowered.
Dr. Ron Pelz
Psychologist, PsyD, MSCP, MBACert
Verified Verified
Conway, AR 72032
With 20 years in the field of psychology, Dr. Pelz is an adult, marital, child and adolescent-trained Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Dr. Pelz' specialties include ADHD, Parenting skills, along with coping strategies for anxiety and depression. He provides ADHD evaluations, as well as providing couples therapy. He holds a Masters' of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology (MSCP). Dr. Pelz received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Behavioral Science and Law, Sociology, and Psychology from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, and a Doctorate of Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago.
With 20 years in the field of psychology, Dr. Pelz is an adult, marital, child and adolescent-trained Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Dr. Pelz' specialties include ADHD, Parenting skills, along with coping strategies for anxiety and depression. He provides ADHD evaluations, as well as providing couples therapy. He holds a Masters' of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology (MSCP). Dr. Pelz received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Behavioral Science and Law, Sociology, and Psychology from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, and a Doctorate of Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago.
Madison Slinkard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211
I am a trauma and attachment therapist working with children, adolescents, adults, and families utilizing: EMDR, Sandplay, TF-CBT, Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC), Yoga, Family Therapy, Brainspotting, and Theraplay (in process).
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you lack feelings of safety in your life? Maybe you feel like nobody understands your pain or fear. Having a lack of trust in yourself, others, or the world can make reaching out for help immensely difficult. If you are reading this, you have taken a brave first step. Although therapy may seem intimidating, my approach focuses on your felt safety; between us, and within yourself. I have many therapeutic techniques to help you, but from my experience, the therapeutic relationship is the most powerful tool towards healing.
I am a trauma and attachment therapist working with children, adolescents, adults, and families utilizing: EMDR, Sandplay, TF-CBT, Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC), Yoga, Family Therapy, Brainspotting, and Theraplay (in process).
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you lack feelings of safety in your life? Maybe you feel like nobody understands your pain or fear. Having a lack of trust in yourself, others, or the world can make reaching out for help immensely difficult. If you are reading this, you have taken a brave first step. Although therapy may seem intimidating, my approach focuses on your felt safety; between us, and within yourself. I have many therapeutic techniques to help you, but from my experience, the therapeutic relationship is the most powerful tool towards healing.
Laurent Lefevre
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72114
Laurent has received specialized training in infant mental health as well as treatments for trauma including Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), TF-CBT, and CPT for PTSD.
Laurent Lefevre (they/them) is an outpatient psychotherapist at Cardinal Counseling. Laurent specializes in treating trauma, depression, and anxiety across the lifespan, and is experienced in providing individual and family therapy. With a background in outpatient clinic settings, school-based environments, and university counseling settings, they are dedicated to guiding individuals and families toward healing and growth. As a bilingual Belgian-American citizen, Laurent is sensitive to cross-cultural experiences and is dedicated to holding space for everyone, especially LGBTQIA+ individuals and families.
Laurent has received specialized training in infant mental health as well as treatments for trauma including Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), TF-CBT, and CPT for PTSD.
Laurent Lefevre (they/them) is an outpatient psychotherapist at Cardinal Counseling. Laurent specializes in treating trauma, depression, and anxiety across the lifespan, and is experienced in providing individual and family therapy. With a background in outpatient clinic settings, school-based environments, and university counseling settings, they are dedicated to guiding individuals and families toward healing and growth. As a bilingual Belgian-American citizen, Laurent is sensitive to cross-cultural experiences and is dedicated to holding space for everyone, especially LGBTQIA+ individuals and families.
Angela Shinn
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72116
Learning to deal with everyday struggles can be an overwhelming challenge for adults, teens, and children. Depression, anxiety, and relationship issues can paralyze individuals from completing everyday tasks. Trauma related stressors may feel suffocating and isolate some people from even small successes in a day.
Learning to deal with everyday struggles can be an overwhelming challenge for adults, teens, and children. Depression, anxiety, and relationship issues can paralyze individuals from completing everyday tasks. Trauma related stressors may feel suffocating and isolate some people from even small successes in a day.
Melissa D Wood
Counselor, MEd, LAC, SB-RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rogers, AR 72758
I see children and adults - ages 10 and up.
Is something holding you back in life? Are you doing your best each day but longing forfulfilment and peace that seem beyond your reach? Maybe you are an individual who has struggled for years to let go of something from your past-event(s) or negative beliefs. If any of this resonates with you, I’d love to help!
I see children and adults - ages 10 and up.
Is something holding you back in life? Are you doing your best each day but longing forfulfilment and peace that seem beyond your reach? Maybe you are an individual who has struggled for years to let go of something from your past-event(s) or negative beliefs. If any of this resonates with you, I’d love to help!
Emily Veasey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bentonville, AR 72712
I currently have a select few spots and no after-school spots open. I am pleased to join forces with three other quirky neurodivergent women in our small practice! Working with children is where I truly make an impact and enjoy my career most. My interests and experiences are in: trauma processing, neurodiversity, autism, anxiety, depression, adoption and foster care, attachment, behavior and mood dysregulation, stress and panic, and self-esteem. I have lived experience with chronic illness as well.
I currently have a select few spots and no after-school spots open. I am pleased to join forces with three other quirky neurodivergent women in our small practice! Working with children is where I truly make an impact and enjoy my career most. My interests and experiences are in: trauma processing, neurodiversity, autism, anxiety, depression, adoption and foster care, attachment, behavior and mood dysregulation, stress and panic, and self-esteem. I have lived experience with chronic illness as well.
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Kristin Bailey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rogers, AR 72756
If you are to find yourself, your family, or your child struggling, the best thing you can do is seek out someone to listen and empathize with your situation. My approach is grounded in the principles of Attachment Theory and Humanistic Psychology. Through a warm and empathetic environment, I invite clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and patterns of interaction, promoting insight and awareness that pave the way for meaningful change.
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Jack Arneze Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72206 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with children and families.
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.
I have extensive experience working with children and families.
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.
Elizabeth Bojie
Counselor, LAC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bentonville, AR 72712
Believing that people are influenced and nurtured during early primary relationships, I consider it an honor to partner with parents and significant caregivers, creating a holistic team that benefits clients. Taking a strengths-based approach, I value the unique and creative contributions of all, including those who identify as neurodivergent. I believe that every child is worthy of being seen, being heard and that everyone's story matters.
Believing that people are influenced and nurtured during early primary relationships, I consider it an honor to partner with parents and significant caregivers, creating a holistic team that benefits clients. Taking a strengths-based approach, I value the unique and creative contributions of all, including those who identify as neurodivergent. I believe that every child is worthy of being seen, being heard and that everyone's story matters.
Aj McMahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, TADC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211
I will help you and/or your child achieve your goals.
Struggling with Anxiety? Grief? Seeking Premarital Counseling or Married dealing with challenges or an affair? Just want to grow as a person and realize your value as a person? At your wits end concerning a problem with your child? Have you tried everything with your child and nothing has worked? I can help. I specialize in helping individuals and families with over 22 years of experience. Personal growth, Anxiety, relationship issues, grief, children not listening, give me a call. Christian Counseling is on the menu for those interested but only "order" it if it's a fit for you.
I will help you and/or your child achieve your goals.
Struggling with Anxiety? Grief? Seeking Premarital Counseling or Married dealing with challenges or an affair? Just want to grow as a person and realize your value as a person? At your wits end concerning a problem with your child? Have you tried everything with your child and nothing has worked? I can help. I specialize in helping individuals and families with over 22 years of experience. Personal growth, Anxiety, relationship issues, grief, children not listening, give me a call. Christian Counseling is on the menu for those interested but only "order" it if it's a fit for you.
Rachel D Weber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72703
I have experience working with adults, children, and families, in-home & outpatient settings. Approaches & techniques which may be incorporated into sessions include those found in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, & Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), relaxation techniques, and play therapy techniques. As one of a limited number of providers in Northwest Arkansas with training in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), I assist sufferers of trauma, abuse, neglect, and many other distressing experiences improve functioning and healing relationships.
I have experience working with adults, children, and families, in-home & outpatient settings. Approaches & techniques which may be incorporated into sessions include those found in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, & Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), relaxation techniques, and play therapy techniques. As one of a limited number of providers in Northwest Arkansas with training in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), I assist sufferers of trauma, abuse, neglect, and many other distressing experiences improve functioning and healing relationships.
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Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Conway, AR 72032
Therapy & Assessment Center (TAC) is a place for clients to find indiviudal purpose and family healing. We treat children (starting at 3 years-old). TAC offers a creative enviroment for children to address emotional and behavior issues through play therapy and behavior modification. TAC has an amazing sensory-based play therapy room that your children will love. TAC takes the time to teach parents creative parenting techniques to use at home. TAC also treats teens and adults of all ages.
Therapy & Assessment Center (TAC) is a place for clients to find indiviudal purpose and family healing. We treat children (starting at 3 years-old). TAC offers a creative enviroment for children to address emotional and behavior issues through play therapy and behavior modification. TAC has an amazing sensory-based play therapy room that your children will love. TAC takes the time to teach parents creative parenting techniques to use at home. TAC also treats teens and adults of all ages.
Valerie Whitman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72703
I have experience working in various settings (residential, day treatment, outpatient), with a wide array of clients and concerns with the majority of my experience working with children and families.
Sessions are client-centered and assist clients in reaching their goals. I like to serve as a guide and a helper to assist in unpacking complicated things. I believe that people have the answers inside them and sometimes need some assistance in seeing things more clearly to live their best lives.
I have experience working in various settings (residential, day treatment, outpatient), with a wide array of clients and concerns with the majority of my experience working with children and families.
Sessions are client-centered and assist clients in reaching their goals. I like to serve as a guide and a helper to assist in unpacking complicated things. I believe that people have the answers inside them and sometimes need some assistance in seeing things more clearly to live their best lives.
Ashley Madden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jonesboro, AR 72401
I also see Infant/toddler, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
My goal as a therapist is to help clients attain their personal goals that lead to improvement in their quality of life. I provide a warm, safe, and confident environment to foster positive change. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities that include Cognitive Behavioral, Cognitive Processing, Trauma-Focused, Person-Centered, Solution Focused, Attachment Theory, Theraplay Principles, and Brainspotting. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Arkansas. I have served various positions in the mental health field since 2009 and have been a licensed therapist since 2013.
I also see Infant/toddler, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
My goal as a therapist is to help clients attain their personal goals that lead to improvement in their quality of life. I provide a warm, safe, and confident environment to foster positive change. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities that include Cognitive Behavioral, Cognitive Processing, Trauma-Focused, Person-Centered, Solution Focused, Attachment Theory, Theraplay Principles, and Brainspotting. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Arkansas. I have served various positions in the mental health field since 2009 and have been a licensed therapist since 2013.
Nicole Bingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
I am trauma therapy trained for children and adolescents and help them overcome such adversity.
My mission is to help you on your way to mental health wellness, by providing you with a safe, nonjudgmental and comfortable atmosphere. I want to empower you to become the boss of you and your emotions. I'll teach you coping skills to decrease your depression and reframe negative and irrational thoughts. I have years of experience working with persons of all ages, but mostly with children, adolescents and families. I'm committed to providing you with compassion, hope and healing as well as empathy, positive regard and encouragement throughout your journey to being more mentally healthy.
I am trauma therapy trained for children and adolescents and help them overcome such adversity.
My mission is to help you on your way to mental health wellness, by providing you with a safe, nonjudgmental and comfortable atmosphere. I want to empower you to become the boss of you and your emotions. I'll teach you coping skills to decrease your depression and reframe negative and irrational thoughts. I have years of experience working with persons of all ages, but mostly with children, adolescents and families. I'm committed to providing you with compassion, hope and healing as well as empathy, positive regard and encouragement throughout your journey to being more mentally healthy.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Arkansas provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Arkansas build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Arkansas build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.