Chronic Illness Therapists in Dallas County, AR

We all struggle to find balance in the roles we are trying to maintain in our lives. Our past, relationship struggles, motivation, anxiety and depression can all complicate our attempts to navigate how to be the best version of ourselves. Many of us "know" what to do, but have not successfully identified ways to manifest that into action. While we cannot change the things we have experienced, or the behavior of those around us, we can identify successful ways to approach our difficulties. A part of moving forward can be gaining more awareness of the mind/body connection and exploring insight and behaviors to make lasting change.

I am proud to be a Licensed Certified Social Worker who enjoys partnering with individuals and families to help overcome difficult seasons of life. I have experience working with children as young as 5 years old, families, and adults. I am known for my genuine, non-judgmental approach, meeting my clients where they are in life with compassion and empathy. My ultimate goal is to help guide my clients to become the best version of themselves, equipping them with skills to regulate difficult emotions and learn effective communication so their desires and dreams become a reality.

As a dedicated therapist with a passion for empowering individuals and couples, I am skilled in addressing a wide range of issues to facilitate growth and healing. With warmth and empathy, I am committed to guiding my clients (that's you!) through unique challenges toward a path of resilience and fulfillment. I utilize evidence-based models supported by clinical research, and I tailor my approach to meet your needs. My practice is rooted in the belief that there is power in telling our stories and that each person possesses the capacity for growth. I am additionally certified as sex and couples therapist.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your thoughts or emotions? Are there specific stressors in your life that you're struggling to cope with? I want to assure you that you don't have to navigate this journey alone and I would be honored to travel alongside you. I strive to create a safe space where individuals feel empowered to speak openly, explore their thoughts and feelings, and engage in meaningful dialogue and growth. My belief is that everyone deserves to feel understood and supported. I focus on using an open-minded perspective with any interaction so that I can provide a supportive space for others of varying backgrounds.

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I collaborate with clients so they can engage in self-exploration and practice skills grounded in their personal values. As a queer nonbinary, fat therapist, I believe in addressing intersecting identities and building a compassionate relationship that centers the client's distinct needs. I specialize in relationship and sex therapy and especially enjoy working with individuals and couples who are navigating changes in identity and sexual health. I have experience working with the impact of medical trauma and chronic illness on sexuality and exploration sexual and gender identity.

To that one soul reading this, I know you're tired. You're fed up. You're so close to breaking, but there's hope and strength within you. You deserve a happier, healthier life, and you can have it. I have years of experience and success helping my clients break out of unhealthy patterns to feel more empowered and strong. I provide empathy, compassion, and offer a supportive, safe, judgement free environment where all are welcome. I am skilled in, and use a variety of evidence based treatment modalities to tailor each client's care individually.

Do you usually feel like you don't belong, don't fit in, or worry about being good enough, doing well enough, etc? Do you have a complex trauma history? Are you fighting through treatment for a chronic/catastrophic illness or caring for someone who is? Do you experience shame and/or guilt despite the evidence that you're doing/have done the best you can? I welcome the privilege to walk alongside you towards healing and wholeness, towards deconstructing society's pressures that block healing.

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.

I am licensed in Arkansas with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. You can do hard things; I can help.

Life can sometimes become overwhelming. I am dedicated to helping you find healthy ways to cope with what you are experiencing as well as provide the emotional support and validation you may be lacking. I do not judge your feelings, thoughts, lifestyle, or any part of who you are or how you identify. My hope is that through counseling you will identify your strengths, heal, and develop the tools you need to survive and thrive in this sometimes chaotic world. I provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings and seek solutions to the issue you are facing.

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.

Bio video on my website! I served 8 years in the U.S. Marine Corps. before finding my new calling and love; therapy. We are not meant to do life alone, and times of struggle can be painful illustrations of that. By the time you decide to seek out therapy, you have likely been white-knuckling the steering wheel of life for some time, adapting in the only ways you know. When you walk into my office, please know the courage it took to get here is not lost on me.

Hello! My name is Michelle. I am a wife, outdoor enthusiast, mother (human and furbabies) and an imperfect human. Emberlynn (golden retriever) and Ella (black lab) can sometimes be found at the office for sessions. I have the best job in the world. It is an immense privilege to help people carry the heavy burden of being a human. I offer professional and lived experience with eating disorders, anxiety and mood disorders. I utilize most of the skills that I teach my clients regularly. I attend as many trainings as I can. My goal is to be who I did not have when I was younger for my clients.

I have a MS in Counseling Psychology earned from the University of Central Arkansas in 2010. I have been an Independently Licensed Psychological Examiner since 2013 which allows me to provide services most counselors cannot, such as psychological evaluations. I enjoy working everyone and I am LGBTQ affirming! I have worked with parents, children, adults, foster caregivers, behavioral health providers, caregivers for adults and children who suffer from chronic disorders, couples, as well those struggling to accept a loved one's lifestyle. I am authentic and genuine with my clients, and this is not about me this is your hour!

Every life has seasons and circumstances where the trail changes and the journey becomes difficult. Sometimes the stones are masterfully laid and the walking is smooth, sometimes the stones serve as steps to get us to where we want to go, and sometimes the stones are such a mess that we can barely figure out the next safe step. I want to come alongside you with compassionate, knowledgeable, and encouraging support to get you to where you can experience a manageable trail to walk. The goal is to equip you with the tools and skills to navigate a satisfying, healthy, and balanced life. I look forward to helping you on your path.

At times, life is overwhelming and complex - trauma and stress can leave us disconnected from our bodies, feeling like we are floating through life, not truly present. After a while, we begin to feel stuck. The things we did to ease anxiety and alleviate the pain are no longer working for us. How do we change these patterns and stop the cycle? It is my goal as a counselor to help my clients become unstuck and find healing. Sometimes, we need a gentle push to simply begin the journey.

You’re likely here because things aren’t going well and you’re stuck. That’s OK! This is a normal experience everybody faces – I've been there too, it’s part of being human. Hear this: there is no problem you’re facing that can’t be made better in some way. I work with adults and teens get past these sticking points, supporting people experiencing addiction, suicidal ideation, mood issues, life changes, and relationship problems - people who want to find true purpose and meaning regardless of what's happened to them or what’s happening inside of them.

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.