Therapists in Ouachita County, AR
Sheena Garrard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, TA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camden, AR 71711 (Online Only)
Overwhelmed. Numb. Hopeless. Shame. Frustrated. Life is always throwing us curve balls — it’s how we respond that determines how we feel. We’ll work on practical ways to manage your grief, depression and anger in the midst of the unknown. You’ll learn how to listen to what your body is telling you and feel more confident and at ease in difficult situations. I work with clients to identify their goals and develop a personalized treatment plan that incorporates a variety of techniques, including mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy. Begin the process, learn the skills, and make a permanent change.
Overwhelmed. Numb. Hopeless. Shame. Frustrated. Life is always throwing us curve balls — it’s how we respond that determines how we feel. We’ll work on practical ways to manage your grief, depression and anger in the midst of the unknown. You’ll learn how to listen to what your body is telling you and feel more confident and at ease in difficult situations. I work with clients to identify their goals and develop a personalized treatment plan that incorporates a variety of techniques, including mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy. Begin the process, learn the skills, and make a permanent change.
Online Therapists
Kaitlin Stober
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72116
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
Life often throws curve balls at us, leaving us without direction, hurting, and unsure of ourselves as well as the world around us. In that time, we find ourselves behaving and feeling ways that are not true reflections of who we are. Things from our past can really haunt us if we don't process them. My ideal client wants to process what they have been through and make changes for their future selves.
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
Life often throws curve balls at us, leaving us without direction, hurting, and unsure of ourselves as well as the world around us. In that time, we find ourselves behaving and feeling ways that are not true reflections of who we are. Things from our past can really haunt us if we don't process them. My ideal client wants to process what they have been through and make changes for their future selves.
Fritzi Hemphill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72116
Relationships - family, friendship, romantic- aren't always easy space to live within.
I help when you are feeling stressed, anxious and depressed. The problem is you are overwhelmed, exhausted and spending too much time being down on yourself. Together we transform your emotions, mindset and behavior so that you can get unstuck and feel more peaceful and joyous! As a result, you can live healthy, whole and well.
Relationships - family, friendship, romantic- aren't always easy space to live within.
I help when you are feeling stressed, anxious and depressed. The problem is you are overwhelmed, exhausted and spending too much time being down on yourself. Together we transform your emotions, mindset and behavior so that you can get unstuck and feel more peaceful and joyous! As a result, you can live healthy, whole and well.
Monique Martin-Hickman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72205 (Online Only)
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
Has life given you lemons but forgot to include the recipe for lemonade? Are you suffering in silence watching your life instead of living it? Are you struggling with legacy burdens or childhood experiences that you've never healed and it's having a negative impact on your life? I am a client-centered therapist who believes in sitting with clients right where they are as we work together to determine where they want to be. I welcome all who seek healing into the therapy room space, and my heart expressly leaps for women navigating their life's journey. Remember, "Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." Haruki Murakami
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
Has life given you lemons but forgot to include the recipe for lemonade? Are you suffering in silence watching your life instead of living it? Are you struggling with legacy burdens or childhood experiences that you've never healed and it's having a negative impact on your life? I am a client-centered therapist who believes in sitting with clients right where they are as we work together to determine where they want to be. I welcome all who seek healing into the therapy room space, and my heart expressly leaps for women navigating their life's journey. Remember, "Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." Haruki Murakami
Peyton Woodruff
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, MS, LPC, NCC, RTY 500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211
Waitlist for new clients
I have training and experience treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use, as well as family therapy and attachment disorders.
Do you feel that people don’t understand the impact your trauma has on your daily life and social interactions? Do you find it difficult to trust yourself, as well as others? Does your physical body hurt or feel detached from your mind? I treat the whole person, mind and body, and work not only to provide education for why you may think and feel the way you do, but also to work on symptom reduction and empowerment. I will work diligently to provide the most effective and efficient treatment for you, meeting you where you are, providing encouragement and challenging you to grow when needed.
I have training and experience treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use, as well as family therapy and attachment disorders.
Do you feel that people don’t understand the impact your trauma has on your daily life and social interactions? Do you find it difficult to trust yourself, as well as others? Does your physical body hurt or feel detached from your mind? I treat the whole person, mind and body, and work not only to provide education for why you may think and feel the way you do, but also to work on symptom reduction and empowerment. I will work diligently to provide the most effective and efficient treatment for you, meeting you where you are, providing encouragement and challenging you to grow when needed.
Natalie Hughes
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72116
I hold a Master of science in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling and am a Licensed Associate Counselor.
When a dear friend asked me, "what is one thing you truly believe?" I responded, "I believe every person is doing the best they can, with what they have, where they are." I approach therapy with that belief and meet each person with curiosity, creativity, and connection.
I hold a Master of science in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling and am a Licensed Associate Counselor.
When a dear friend asked me, "what is one thing you truly believe?" I responded, "I believe every person is doing the best they can, with what they have, where they are." I approach therapy with that belief and meet each person with curiosity, creativity, and connection.
LaQuita Norris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM, CCTP, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Benton, AR 72015
Are you struggling with depression, have unaddressed trauma, or are you anxious all the time? Are you seeing a pattern of unhealthy relationships in your life and would like to change that? Are you in a relationship that's going down the wrong path or is communication unhealthy? Do you feel like your life is spiraling out of control and want to see things get back on track? I'm the owner of Gateway Family Therapy Services and I specialize in helping individuals and couples find the gateway to healing, wholeness, and happiness.
Are you struggling with depression, have unaddressed trauma, or are you anxious all the time? Are you seeing a pattern of unhealthy relationships in your life and would like to change that? Are you in a relationship that's going down the wrong path or is communication unhealthy? Do you feel like your life is spiraling out of control and want to see things get back on track? I'm the owner of Gateway Family Therapy Services and I specialize in helping individuals and couples find the gateway to healing, wholeness, and happiness.
Meketia A Henderson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
I have experience working with couples on conflict management, improving communication skills, affair recovery, rebuilding trust after betrayal, and navigating extended family relationships.
At the Healing Circle Relationship Wellness Center, we provide counseling services to help couples, individuals, and families on their journey to a healthy and fulfilling relationship. We understand the unique challenges that can arise in relationships and strive to create an environment of understanding and support. Whether you are looking to improve communication, learn to negotiate conflict, or just have a safe place to unpack your thoughts and feelings, we are here to help.
I have experience working with couples on conflict management, improving communication skills, affair recovery, rebuilding trust after betrayal, and navigating extended family relationships.
At the Healing Circle Relationship Wellness Center, we provide counseling services to help couples, individuals, and families on their journey to a healthy and fulfilling relationship. We understand the unique challenges that can arise in relationships and strive to create an environment of understanding and support. Whether you are looking to improve communication, learn to negotiate conflict, or just have a safe place to unpack your thoughts and feelings, we are here to help.
Sharita Bilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72207 (Online Only)
You are not a burden. Every one of your feelings are valid. Negative family patterns end with you and doesn’t have to continue. Trauma doesn’t have to define and control you. You’re still HERE… So, it’s important to us for you to feel Safe, Heard, Understood, & Known. If this is you, go directly to our website www.graceplacetherapy.com and submit a New Client Form. It would be our pleasure to serve you.
You are not a burden. Every one of your feelings are valid. Negative family patterns end with you and doesn’t have to continue. Trauma doesn’t have to define and control you. You’re still HERE… So, it’s important to us for you to feel Safe, Heard, Understood, & Known. If this is you, go directly to our website www.graceplacetherapy.com and submit a New Client Form. It would be our pleasure to serve you.
Home Circle Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA, LPC, LSSBB
Verified Verified
Glenwood, AR 71943
Waitlist for new clients
Those I provide services to are struggling with anger, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, behavioral issues, and much more. I bring experience from multiple settings, including outpatient, inpatient, managed care, school setting, and hospice. These experiences will help me help you and your loved ones. Life has become more challenging and the struggles are real. Related to family, most would agree that the family would be happy if others would stop interfering with your goals for your home. Home Circle Counseling, LLC fundamental belief is that home is the most important environment and everyone wants success in it.
Those I provide services to are struggling with anger, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, behavioral issues, and much more. I bring experience from multiple settings, including outpatient, inpatient, managed care, school setting, and hospice. These experiences will help me help you and your loved ones. Life has become more challenging and the struggles are real. Related to family, most would agree that the family would be happy if others would stop interfering with your goals for your home. Home Circle Counseling, LLC fundamental belief is that home is the most important environment and everyone wants success in it.
Wind River Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72114
I am specialty trained in DBT for trauma (PTSD and complex), eating disorders, adolescents and family, and couples.
I am licensed in Arkansas LCSW 7331-C, Washington State LICSW-LW61228901, Georgia LCSW-CSW008640, Louisiana LCSW 17421. I require my clients to engage and follow DBT protocol. I have completed my Linehan DBT Certification. I love to treat individuals that want change and need support. If you are unsure you want DBT or you want to work hard to change your life, I am not the therapist for you. I take what I do very seriously and love it. I am currently undergoing certification for eating disorder specialist through IAEDP, ending Dec 2023.
I am specialty trained in DBT for trauma (PTSD and complex), eating disorders, adolescents and family, and couples.
I am licensed in Arkansas LCSW 7331-C, Washington State LICSW-LW61228901, Georgia LCSW-CSW008640, Louisiana LCSW 17421. I require my clients to engage and follow DBT protocol. I have completed my Linehan DBT Certification. I love to treat individuals that want change and need support. If you are unsure you want DBT or you want to work hard to change your life, I am not the therapist for you. I take what I do very seriously and love it. I am currently undergoing certification for eating disorder specialist through IAEDP, ending Dec 2023.
Jordan Vice
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bryant, AR 72022
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
Got kiddos who are struggling? Parenting make you want to scream? Dreading the next call from your child's the school? If you do, I'd love to spend some time with you and them!! With over a decade working with kids in both outpatient and school-based settings, I've worked with everything from ADHD to trauma to childhood grief. All my experience has led to an incredibly patient heart and a toolbox full of tricks to restore everyone's sanity. I also have substantial experiencing working with siblings, step-families, adoption / foster situations and kids struggling with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD).
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
Got kiddos who are struggling? Parenting make you want to scream? Dreading the next call from your child's the school? If you do, I'd love to spend some time with you and them!! With over a decade working with kids in both outpatient and school-based settings, I've worked with everything from ADHD to trauma to childhood grief. All my experience has led to an incredibly patient heart and a toolbox full of tricks to restore everyone's sanity. I also have substantial experiencing working with siblings, step-families, adoption / foster situations and kids struggling with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD).
Leighton Keen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72223
I am a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.
Arkansas Reproductive Therapy is here to serve the trying to conceive, pregnancy loss, infertility, pregnant, postpartum, and adopting couples/individuals in Arkansas! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in reproductive and maternal mental health. As a Certified Family Trauma Professional, I have specialized training in trauma and family relationships. I am passionate about supporting women and couples experiencing the emotions accompanying infertility, adoption, pregnancy loss, pregnancy after loss, and postpartum.
I am a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.
Arkansas Reproductive Therapy is here to serve the trying to conceive, pregnancy loss, infertility, pregnant, postpartum, and adopting couples/individuals in Arkansas! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in reproductive and maternal mental health. As a Certified Family Trauma Professional, I have specialized training in trauma and family relationships. I am passionate about supporting women and couples experiencing the emotions accompanying infertility, adoption, pregnancy loss, pregnancy after loss, and postpartum.
Angela Cartwright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72205
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I regularly consult with our team of therapists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
I believe that the answers are inside you, but they get confused and lost among life's daily battles. They get buried under the opinions of bystanders who don't have to walk in your shoes and experts whose life looks nothing like yours. My goal as a therapist is to help you hear YOU. To clear space where that small voice that knows you better than anyone else, can finally be heard. My job is to listen, to see if you're hearing what I'm hearing and to reflect back where your heart and your head aren't matching up.
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I regularly consult with our team of therapists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
I believe that the answers are inside you, but they get confused and lost among life's daily battles. They get buried under the opinions of bystanders who don't have to walk in your shoes and experts whose life looks nothing like yours. My goal as a therapist is to help you hear YOU. To clear space where that small voice that knows you better than anyone else, can finally be heard. My job is to listen, to see if you're hearing what I'm hearing and to reflect back where your heart and your head aren't matching up.
Melinda Jewell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Texarkana, AR 71854
Although our faith, family, and friends are sources of support, if you are looking for extra guidance on your journey to growth and well-being, know I am here to help you discover strength for today and courage you may need to face tomorrow.
During one's life, we all face times that are challenging and may seem overwhelming. Whether you are seeking help to identify options you have, changes you must make, or acceptance that is needed, know there are people who can help and places which can assist you in discovering the answers you seek.
Although our faith, family, and friends are sources of support, if you are looking for extra guidance on your journey to growth and well-being, know I am here to help you discover strength for today and courage you may need to face tomorrow.
During one's life, we all face times that are challenging and may seem overwhelming. Whether you are seeking help to identify options you have, changes you must make, or acceptance that is needed, know there are people who can help and places which can assist you in discovering the answers you seek.
Tonie Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72116
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
I have a passion for working with individuals who are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal relationships. We can work to lessen your symptoms and get you on track to a better life that you envision for yourself. I am interested in working with clients who are determined to regain control of their life and resolve conflicts within themselves. We will collaborate to understand the issue, develop a solution, and begin to work towards achieving each goal.
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
I have a passion for working with individuals who are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal relationships. We can work to lessen your symptoms and get you on track to a better life that you envision for yourself. I am interested in working with clients who are determined to regain control of their life and resolve conflicts within themselves. We will collaborate to understand the issue, develop a solution, and begin to work towards achieving each goal.
Dr. Marian Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Maumelle, AR 72113
I am an avid outdoor lover of sunshine & water; enjoy family and friends; and seek adventure by travelling locally and abroad.
In today's world of stress and global issues, I want you to know that I am walking this journey with you. I have over 20 years experience in mental health across both community and inpatient settings. I own a private practice in Maumelle, Arkansas (Comprehensive Health Psychology & Testing) and provide tele-mental health across most state lines with licensure in Florida, Missouri, and PSYPACT credential. My treatment focus is strength-based on health and behavior change. I take an inquisitive and insight oriented approach, which I believe can empower you to obtain your best physical, mental, and emotional health.
I am an avid outdoor lover of sunshine & water; enjoy family and friends; and seek adventure by travelling locally and abroad.
In today's world of stress and global issues, I want you to know that I am walking this journey with you. I have over 20 years experience in mental health across both community and inpatient settings. I own a private practice in Maumelle, Arkansas (Comprehensive Health Psychology & Testing) and provide tele-mental health across most state lines with licensure in Florida, Missouri, and PSYPACT credential. My treatment focus is strength-based on health and behavior change. I take an inquisitive and insight oriented approach, which I believe can empower you to obtain your best physical, mental, and emotional health.
Vickie Covington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, ILP, EMDR, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72211 (Online Only)
Vickie is a trained licensed professional who has extensive training in Marriage & Family Therapy, trauma-informed therapy, EFT, and EMDR.
Life isn't always easy and our expectations are often different than we imagined. I help couples, pre-marital couples & individuals in many of these life circumstances, such as infidelity, trauma, depression, anxiety, also feeling like you are not good enough, not worthy. If you want to grow and achieve your goals for your life I would be honored to help you. How you overcome these obstacles should define you, not the hurt. If you would like to live in the future not in the past, then I am the right therapist for you, your goals are my goals. I work at your pace within the comfort of your environment via Telehealth.
Vickie is a trained licensed professional who has extensive training in Marriage & Family Therapy, trauma-informed therapy, EFT, and EMDR.
Life isn't always easy and our expectations are often different than we imagined. I help couples, pre-marital couples & individuals in many of these life circumstances, such as infidelity, trauma, depression, anxiety, also feeling like you are not good enough, not worthy. If you want to grow and achieve your goals for your life I would be honored to help you. How you overcome these obstacles should define you, not the hurt. If you would like to live in the future not in the past, then I am the right therapist for you, your goals are my goals. I work at your pace within the comfort of your environment via Telehealth.
Rachel Pinto
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72114
I hold a MS degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (2012).
My primary experience is in working with individuals and couples to heal relationship wounds, recover from trauma, and find new ways to interact with life’s most stubborn issues. My ideal clients probably have really tough problems, and they may be hurting very deeply, but they are also ready to try on new thoughts and behaviors to find healing and their "new normal." I work with those suffering from PTSD symptoms, severe anxiety and/or depression, as well as individuals and couples in affair recovery, blended family situations, and those going through major life changes.
I hold a MS degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (2012).
My primary experience is in working with individuals and couples to heal relationship wounds, recover from trauma, and find new ways to interact with life’s most stubborn issues. My ideal clients probably have really tough problems, and they may be hurting very deeply, but they are also ready to try on new thoughts and behaviors to find healing and their "new normal." I work with those suffering from PTSD symptoms, severe anxiety and/or depression, as well as individuals and couples in affair recovery, blended family situations, and those going through major life changes.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.