Therapists in Arkansas
Sharon Odom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Maumelle, AR 72113
Sharon Odom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field serving the community in a variety of settings to include inpatient and outpatient. Sharon provides counseling for a variety of mental health issues for adolescents and adults, such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, partner relational problems, personality disorders, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and more. She has experience in grief therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), couples therapy, and more.
Sharon Odom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field serving the community in a variety of settings to include inpatient and outpatient. Sharon provides counseling for a variety of mental health issues for adolescents and adults, such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, partner relational problems, personality disorders, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and more. She has experience in grief therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), couples therapy, and more.
Maggie James
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Russellville, AR 72801
Grief is complicated & not just experienced with the loss of a loved one, but also in the "little deaths" endured in the hurts/disappointments of life, the yearning for our past selves, and the realization of the selves we will never be.
I'm so glad you are taking a HUGE step in your quest for change! SPOILER ALERT: Once you accept and love yourself exactly as you are, then you can change. I am dedicated to empowering clients to change the narrative of how they view themselves, others, and the world in order to create a more meaningful/fulfilling life. I strive to help my clients live courageously by approaching rather than avoiding their emotions, getting to know and love their true self (flaws and all), and by valuing the journeys of their life over the destinations.
Grief is complicated & not just experienced with the loss of a loved one, but also in the "little deaths" endured in the hurts/disappointments of life, the yearning for our past selves, and the realization of the selves we will never be.
I'm so glad you are taking a HUGE step in your quest for change! SPOILER ALERT: Once you accept and love yourself exactly as you are, then you can change. I am dedicated to empowering clients to change the narrative of how they view themselves, others, and the world in order to create a more meaningful/fulfilling life. I strive to help my clients live courageously by approaching rather than avoiding their emotions, getting to know and love their true self (flaws and all), and by valuing the journeys of their life over the destinations.
The Legacy for Children & Families, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, TA-C/S, CCTP
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72117 (Online Only)
Hello to YOU! We are The Legacy for Children & Families, LLC. Here, our focus is on children, adolescents and adults who have experienced grief, trauma, depression and anxiety. Is your usual way of coping with loss or trauma no longer working? Have you found it difficult to move through current or past trauma or grief? Are there times were you think that you are going to lose your mind or that life is too hard?
Hello to YOU! We are The Legacy for Children & Families, LLC. Here, our focus is on children, adolescents and adults who have experienced grief, trauma, depression and anxiety. Is your usual way of coping with loss or trauma no longer working? Have you found it difficult to move through current or past trauma or grief? Are there times were you think that you are going to lose your mind or that life is too hard?
Sherry Glover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Conway, AR 72034 (Online Only)
Dr. Sherry Glover is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Dr. Glover specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and major life transitions as they relate to one's developmental stage in life.
Dr. Sherry Glover is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Dr. Glover specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and major life transitions as they relate to one's developmental stage in life.
Lakera Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205 (Online Only)
Lakera has experience working with clients with various mental health disorders including but not limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, grief issues, conduct disorders, adjustment disorders, substance use issues, and career/life transitions. She has worked with all populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. She is also an infant mental health therapist in the state of Arkansas. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapies, she believes that clients can be empowered to use all life experiences to create a brighter, better reality and live to their fullest potential.
Lakera has experience working with clients with various mental health disorders including but not limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, grief issues, conduct disorders, adjustment disorders, substance use issues, and career/life transitions. She has worked with all populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. She is also an infant mental health therapist in the state of Arkansas. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapies, she believes that clients can be empowered to use all life experiences to create a brighter, better reality and live to their fullest potential.
Brandy Cunningham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Smith, AR 72903
My current focus is working with adults and older adults who are working through the grief process, whether they are overwhelmed with a loved one's death or illness, a loss of a relationship, struggling with depression/anxiety or any other diagnosis.
Counseling/Therapy is a great way to safely explore your thoughts, feelings, and life dynamics to help you become the healthiest you! Life and mental health struggles are real and can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, defeated, tired, insecure, among many other icky feelings. Without processing and seeking treatment in a healthy way, symptoms can exacerbate into something insurmountable. Treat yourself to finding a healthy balance and fulfilment in your life...you DESERVE your best self!
My current focus is working with adults and older adults who are working through the grief process, whether they are overwhelmed with a loved one's death or illness, a loss of a relationship, struggling with depression/anxiety or any other diagnosis.
Counseling/Therapy is a great way to safely explore your thoughts, feelings, and life dynamics to help you become the healthiest you! Life and mental health struggles are real and can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, defeated, tired, insecure, among many other icky feelings. Without processing and seeking treatment in a healthy way, symptoms can exacerbate into something insurmountable. Treat yourself to finding a healthy balance and fulfilment in your life...you DESERVE your best self!
Jordan Griffie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Smith, AR 72903
I work in depth with couples facing relational struggles, partner betrayal trauma, chemical dependency, and individuals stuck in the struggle of grief and loss.
Empathic, client centered therapist motivated to enrich clients moving forward towards a more full and meaningful life. I excel in coaching clients who are stuck and lacking support. I'm a well qualified professional with over thirteen years of experience working with a multitude of cultural backgrounds and have extensive experience in guiding clients toward making impactful changes promoting personal welfare and realized potential. This is the start of your journey towards the life that you desire and improving your quality of life.
I work in depth with couples facing relational struggles, partner betrayal trauma, chemical dependency, and individuals stuck in the struggle of grief and loss.
Empathic, client centered therapist motivated to enrich clients moving forward towards a more full and meaningful life. I excel in coaching clients who are stuck and lacking support. I'm a well qualified professional with over thirteen years of experience working with a multitude of cultural backgrounds and have extensive experience in guiding clients toward making impactful changes promoting personal welfare and realized potential. This is the start of your journey towards the life that you desire and improving your quality of life.
Melody Mortenson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Do you think of the same thing over and over again or imagine the worst case scenario often? Do you worry that you will let others down? Or maybe you have suffered a loss that is difficult to accept. Irritable? Tired? Stuck? Stress, Grief, Trauma and Life Changes can all affect your well being. You can learn to control, manage or eliminate these thoughts and feelings that are holding you back and I am here to help!
Do you think of the same thing over and over again or imagine the worst case scenario often? Do you worry that you will let others down? Or maybe you have suffered a loss that is difficult to accept. Irritable? Tired? Stuck? Stress, Grief, Trauma and Life Changes can all affect your well being. You can learn to control, manage or eliminate these thoughts and feelings that are holding you back and I am here to help!
Kelly Steed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenbrier, AR 72058
With this in mind, I also use many expressive therapies to address, loss, grief and trauma.
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.
With this in mind, I also use many expressive therapies to address, loss, grief and trauma.
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.
Jamey Lamb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72704 (Online Only)
I specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, anxiety, trauma, and grief.
Unprecedented. That's what some would call the times now. What I know is that things are in fact... weird... and difficult. Some things feel downright impossible. Maybe life has you anxious, sad, lonely, confused, angry, or afraid. I am surviving these times, just like you, so let's work together on your goals (or figuring those out), and get you to feeling more empowered and more confident.
I specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, anxiety, trauma, and grief.
Unprecedented. That's what some would call the times now. What I know is that things are in fact... weird... and difficult. Some things feel downright impossible. Maybe life has you anxious, sad, lonely, confused, angry, or afraid. I am surviving these times, just like you, so let's work together on your goals (or figuring those out), and get you to feeling more empowered and more confident.
Hilary Childers
MS, LPE-I
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72211
I have provided services to individuals experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, grief, and behavior problems.
Children’s mental health is an essential part of their overall health. My passion lies in providing effective care to children, adolescents, and families in order to help them live happier and healtiery lives. I have provided mental health services since 2006, which have included individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, behavior management, parenting skills training, intensive family services, consultation, and psychological assessment. I am certified in Trauma Focused CBT. I also use a variety of other techniques to help (CBT, solution-focused, person-centered, and therapeutic play).
I have provided services to individuals experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, grief, and behavior problems.
Children’s mental health is an essential part of their overall health. My passion lies in providing effective care to children, adolescents, and families in order to help them live happier and healtiery lives. I have provided mental health services since 2006, which have included individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, behavior management, parenting skills training, intensive family services, consultation, and psychological assessment. I am certified in Trauma Focused CBT. I also use a variety of other techniques to help (CBT, solution-focused, person-centered, and therapeutic play).
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Bentonville, AR 72712
Areas of focus are grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I would be honored to work alongside you in your journey towards healing. You may feel like you are barely surviving. You may exhausted from putting on a brave face each day, yet you are afraid to let anyone know you are struggling for fear of being a burden. My approach in the therapy process is to give you space to process your thoughts and emotions. My goal is to come alongside you and help you discover ways to find healing and peace.
Areas of focus are grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I would be honored to work alongside you in your journey towards healing. You may feel like you are barely surviving. You may exhausted from putting on a brave face each day, yet you are afraid to let anyone know you are struggling for fear of being a burden. My approach in the therapy process is to give you space to process your thoughts and emotions. My goal is to come alongside you and help you discover ways to find healing and peace.
Linda LeAnn Howard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Smith, AR 72901 (Online Only)
Linda is a Licensed Professional Counselor that treats teens, adults, and couples through difficult situations, relationship problems, trauma, grief and loss to restore their emotional health. With compassion and non-judgmental care Linda works with her clients to diminish doubt and worry and instill hope and healing. Linda has a unique understanding of the mind body connection and the life-style and emotional difficulties associated with managing chronic mental and physical illnesses, and the stress of care giving responsibilities.
Linda is a Licensed Professional Counselor that treats teens, adults, and couples through difficult situations, relationship problems, trauma, grief and loss to restore their emotional health. With compassion and non-judgmental care Linda works with her clients to diminish doubt and worry and instill hope and healing. Linda has a unique understanding of the mind body connection and the life-style and emotional difficulties associated with managing chronic mental and physical illnesses, and the stress of care giving responsibilities.
Mandy Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (Online Only)
Mandy Young, LCSW is a mental health therapist with experience in trauma intervention, inpatient and outpatient hospitalization care through veteran and civilian fields, end of life care, postpartum, depression, anxiety, bereavement and grief support. With care and compassion, Mandy is willing to work with teens and adults to find their healthiest self and fulfillment in life.
Mandy Young, LCSW is a mental health therapist with experience in trauma intervention, inpatient and outpatient hospitalization care through veteran and civilian fields, end of life care, postpartum, depression, anxiety, bereavement and grief support. With care and compassion, Mandy is willing to work with teens and adults to find their healthiest self and fulfillment in life.
Jean Stuto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LIMHP, CGCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701 (Online Only)
"The best way out is always through."~ Robert Frost. Jeanie's work has included interventions with adults and families navigating role reversal and life transitions. For years, Jeanie has worked for local hospitals as a medical social worker assisting elder adults and their families with difficult changes. This experience shapes her understanding of how hard transitions can be for families and for older adults. She also has vast experience with bereavement and grief support and is able to lend an empathetic ear for all who may be going through a difficult time. Jeanie is also a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
"The best way out is always through."~ Robert Frost. Jeanie's work has included interventions with adults and families navigating role reversal and life transitions. For years, Jeanie has worked for local hospitals as a medical social worker assisting elder adults and their families with difficult changes. This experience shapes her understanding of how hard transitions can be for families and for older adults. She also has vast experience with bereavement and grief support and is able to lend an empathetic ear for all who may be going through a difficult time. Jeanie is also a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
Tammy Neil
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Springdale, AR 72762
Helping others is my greatest passion. In my almost 20 years as a licensed professional counselor, I have rewardingly helped numerous clients through many difficulties, including: parenting, relationships, career decisions, marriage difficulties, bipolar, emotional difficulties, grief, trauma, schizophrenia, stress, depression, and anxiety. My overall goal is to be effective in helping you through a caring therapeutic relationship, treating you with the highest level of respect.
Helping others is my greatest passion. In my almost 20 years as a licensed professional counselor, I have rewardingly helped numerous clients through many difficulties, including: parenting, relationships, career decisions, marriage difficulties, bipolar, emotional difficulties, grief, trauma, schizophrenia, stress, depression, and anxiety. My overall goal is to be effective in helping you through a caring therapeutic relationship, treating you with the highest level of respect.
Heather Bryan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Has your life as you've known it been shattered, leaving you feeling lonely, broken and at a loss of how to put the pieces back together? Maybe you're consumed with feelings of depression, anxiety, and self doubt, just struggling to keep up with the daily grind. Perhaps you have unresolved trauma that is interfering with your ability to enjoy life in the present. Regardless of what has brought you to this point, you are exhausted from trying to manage it on your own.
Has your life as you've known it been shattered, leaving you feeling lonely, broken and at a loss of how to put the pieces back together? Maybe you're consumed with feelings of depression, anxiety, and self doubt, just struggling to keep up with the daily grind. Perhaps you have unresolved trauma that is interfering with your ability to enjoy life in the present. Regardless of what has brought you to this point, you are exhausted from trying to manage it on your own.
Letitia Trent
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Eureka Springs, AR 72632 (Online Only)
Note: E-mail contact preferred due to the volume of calls I receive. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas. I enjoy working with adults and older teenagers. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central and that many of our struggles come from wounded relationships and difficulty with connection. I work to build a relationship of deep empathy and connection with my clients in addition to providing tools for working with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, disordered eating, body image, self esteem, relationship struggles, career transitions, grief, and interpersonal struggles.
Note: E-mail contact preferred due to the volume of calls I receive. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas. I enjoy working with adults and older teenagers. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central and that many of our struggles come from wounded relationships and difficulty with connection. I work to build a relationship of deep empathy and connection with my clients in addition to providing tools for working with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, disordered eating, body image, self esteem, relationship struggles, career transitions, grief, and interpersonal struggles.
Julie Pillow Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, C, S, W
Verified Verified
Marion, AR 72364 (Online Only)
I’m 60+ and I really enjoy working with Seniors a great deal; however, I do not work with individuals with memory loss problems.
It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. I’d like to help by forming a partnership with you to address your mental health concerns and difficult life circumstances. If depression, anxiety and/or a history of trauma are causing you to feel overwhelmed and unfulfilled - I’d like to help you feel satisfied, self-confident, and at peace. I have been a Therapist for 15 years and I love what I do!
I’m 60+ and I really enjoy working with Seniors a great deal; however, I do not work with individuals with memory loss problems.
It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. I’d like to help by forming a partnership with you to address your mental health concerns and difficult life circumstances. If depression, anxiety and/or a history of trauma are causing you to feel overwhelmed and unfulfilled - I’d like to help you feel satisfied, self-confident, and at peace. I have been a Therapist for 15 years and I love what I do!
Fallon Jade Jones
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alexander, AR 72002
For clients who I have the privilege to walk along in their journey of healing, they come broken down with life concerns involving depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self-esteem, body image, suicidial ideation, anger management, self-harm, parenting skills, grief and loss, and physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and neglect. My ultimate goal is to help you refocus on your inner strengths, to refind your passion, to help you rebuild courage to take steps forward in what is holding you back. Who you are matters. You are worthy and enough.
For clients who I have the privilege to walk along in their journey of healing, they come broken down with life concerns involving depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self-esteem, body image, suicidial ideation, anger management, self-harm, parenting skills, grief and loss, and physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and neglect. My ultimate goal is to help you refocus on your inner strengths, to refind your passion, to help you rebuild courage to take steps forward in what is holding you back. Who you are matters. You are worthy and enough.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.