Christian Counseling Therapists in Independence County, AR

Have you ever wondered which experience in your life most affects how you feel? If your answer is "relationships," we should talk. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals mend broken relationships and work towards victory in dealing with issues including depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, struggle with their spiritual walk and other personal challenges. There is Hope! Jer 29:11

I treat individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family issues, school problems, adjustment issues, parenting and other life struggles. Throughout every step of the therapy process, my goal is to treat you and your story with the utmost respect. I see clients in person in North Little Rock and also conveniently utilize telehealth for anyone in Arkansas. Military families are among the populations I enjoy working with most, and I offer a military discount as a small gesture of gratitude for military members, their spouses and children. Christian counseling is provided by request.

Admitting that you need help can be a very difficult thing. Trying to get help can be even harder, so the fact that you are looking at this profile now means that you or a loved one are ready to take the next step towards receiving help and healing. Life can be so difficult at times and even seem hopeless. It can feel like you're lost in a dark wilderness. We want to partner with you to help you find your way out of the darkness...one baby step at a time.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor. I have a divine purpose and gift for women and girls who are discouraged, stagnant, hurting, or stuck in bad relationship cycles, as well as those who just need a little boost to get ahead in life. I specialize in stress/anxiety/depression, sexual abuse recovery, marriage and family, personal and spiritual growth, and finding life's purpose. I have a burning passion to help transform marriages and to help others heal from their past as well as recognize and achieve their full potential in all areas of life.

It is amazing how our hearts can be beating in our chests and yet we do not feel fully alive. Life, circumstances, relationships, and even our own hearts can seem to work against us in our quest to have meaningful and fulfilling lives. As a trained professional counselor practicing in Arkansas, Arizona, and Missouri, I have been equipped to work with individuals, couples, and families and I have a passion for seeing people live well and find their purpose. I hold a Specialist degree in Psychology and Counseling and a Doctorate in Psychology and Christian Counseling, utilizing professional theories with a faith-based foundation.

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.

Sometimes, life can be confusing, difficult, and painful - if this has been your experience, I'm glad you're here! I'm passionate about helping adults navigate difficult emotions, relationships, and life circumstances. My goal as your therapist is to help you gain clarity, cultivate peace, and develop the skills you need to maneuver life's difficulties and make healthier choices.

Whether you are walking through a stressful season, desiring to process traumatic life experiences, or navigating anxiety or depression, Ashlyn is willing to meet you right where you are. Vulnerability is not easy, but it leads to freedom when you are met in a space of nonjudgement and compassion. That is what Living Well Professional Counseling (LWC) offers to you. You are welcome here.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twenty years of experience. I do Professional Christian Counseling. I previously worked for Meier New Life Clinic and worked with clients with many different needs and conditions. I have experience with individuals with depression, shame, anxiety, stress, sexual issues, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, eating disorders and anger. I am committed to helping couples build a solid foundation for a strong and loving marriage. I can help couples manage conflict, strengthen their emotional connection and build a solid friendship.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and relationship distress. I work hard to make you as comfortable as possible in a therapeutic atmosphere focused on your goals and growth. My style is relaxed and compassionate, and I fully invest in providing a judgment-free environment to all clients. I’m an objective listening ear and believe that with the right support, feedback and encouragement, all clients are able to walk away better than when they arrived. Reach out to me and let’s set up a time to meet one another and take it, one step at a time.

My counseling approach focuses on rebuilding individuals and their families through self-discovery, inspiration, and self-actualization. This is achieved by using an integrated perspective, which focus on the mind, body and soul of each client. The purpose is to help clients that have paused on their journey due to life circumstances; seek true identity, learn tools for success, motivate, inspire hope, and embrace the process of self-improvement.

All of us, at one time or another, need a little guidance in navigating life. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, addiction, stress, and everyday life issues. Ships don't sink because of the water around them; ships sink because of the water that gets in them. Don't let what's happening around you get inside you and weigh you down. -Unknown

Since 2016 Cory has been working with adolescents, adults, couples & families at the professional level. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Arkansas & Tennessee. She received her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Richmont Graduate University in Atlanta. While in her Masters program, she completed a Graduate Certificate in Christian Sex Therapy. She is currently pursuing additional licensure through the American Board of Christian Sex Therapy (ABCST), is EMDR trained, and has over 120 hours of certified trauma training.

We all have struggles in life. But we don’t have to be defined by our struggles. Whether you’re struggling with mental health issues like anxiety or depression, issues of grief and loss, relationship issues, workplace tension, unresolved childhood trauma, or just need some help working through current life stressors, I’d be honored to help you find a way forward with strength, grace, dignity, and integrity. I believe it’s important to meet you where you are, listening intently to how you’re processing the hard stuff of life, and providing you with wise counsel, practical coping skills, and a safe place to practice being different.

I have been working in the mental health field since 2002. I have been nationally certified since 2004. I am EMDR certified, EMDRIA approved Consultant, and EMDR Trainer. I use a trauma-focused approach to treatment because it is a very holistic approach to care (body, mind, and emotional reactions to stress). I prefer to work with adolescents and adults in therapy services. I also offer consultation services for therapists and other mental health providers. I received my credential to be an EMDR trainier on 9/12/2023 and offer both online and in-person trainings.

Walking alongside clients in the counseling process is one of my greatest honors this side of heaven. Seeking out help for your mental health can be scary and vulnerable. It is my hope that we can enter into a collaborative relationship to create and meet your mental health goals. I see children 8+, individuals, and provide couples counseling to premarital and married couples. I am passionate about increasing emotional intelligence, attachment work, managing anxiety and depression, and self-esteem improvement.