Julie Ann
Counselor, LAC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (870) 300-2627
My ideal clients are children, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck trying to manage life on their own. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, stress, depression, ADHD, autism, emotional struggles, relationship challenges, and major life changes. Many are also navigating family, school, work, and other pressures that can make life feel even more complicated. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients feel understood, accepted, and comfortable being themselves while working toward healing and growth.
My approach to therapy is down to earth, supportive, and genuine. I believe therapy should feel like a real human connection where people can be honest without fear of judgment. I use play therapy, art, creative activities, coping skills, and honest conversation to help clients express themselves in ways that feel natural and meaningful.
Along with professional training and experience, I also bring personal understanding of how overwhelming and complex life challenges can feel. This allows me to connect with clients in a genuine, compassionate, and down-to-earth way while creating a space where people feel truly seen and understood.
Call or Email Julie Ann Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (870) 300-2627
Let's Connect (870) 300-2627
Finances
Insurance
- Medicaid
Julie Ann Smith
Counselor, LAC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (870) 300-2627
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Arkansas / A2407007 Supervised by Kendyl Hovis (Arkansas / P1804049) Julie Ann Smith
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Southern Arkansas University , Master of Science in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Julie Ann Smith
Counselor, LAC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (870) 300-2627
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Autism
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Child
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Intellectual Disability
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- School Issues
- Sexual Abuse
Julie Ann Smith
Counselor, LAC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (870) 300-2627
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Mixed Race
Religion
Christian
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Mixed Race
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Eclectic
- Family / Marital
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Reality Therapy
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Julie Ann Smith
Counselor, LAC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (870) 300-2627