Person-Centered Therapists in Arkansas

I’ve been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for the past 17 years and have worked in many different types of community services such as Geropsych, Hospice, Inpatient Psych and now working with Domestic Violence survivors and their alleged offenders - adults and children through the military. I’m also trained as a Forensic Child Interviewer. I’m well versed in personality disorders and mood disorders, along with aging and marital issues. I am licensed in Arkansas (private pay and some insurances), North Dakota and Nevada.

I believe everyone has the ability to be free from their own misery and to be their true selves. My role as your therapist will be to facilitate change in areas you want to see improvement by providing a safe and friendly environment where you feel completely free to be you. The real raw version of yourself without the mask. I use a variety of validating approaches that empowers and motivates you in the therapeutic process.

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.

I have experience and enjoy working with adolescents and adults of different ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and religious backgrounds with issues related to trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment, and stress.

Often people come to me when they are wanting their lives to change, but they are unsure how or where to begin. I am very passionate about helping people transform their relationships, their careers, and their habits to create a more meaningful and intentional life. My ideal client would be someone who is motivated to change and is open to feedback and different perspectives. Most of my clients goals are to reduce depression, reduce anxiety, increase self esteem, reduce people pleasing tendencies, learn how to set boundaries, and process past trauma. I also have a lot of experience helping women leave toxic or abusive relationships.

We all need to feel safe enough in order to move towards healing. I am passionate about creating a safe and stable space for people on their journey to find meaningful and sustainable healing. I use a capacity-based, person-centered approach to build confidence, hope, and freedom of choice. I have a joy for learning and find purpose in removing shame and stigma by empowering clients with education on how our physiology affects our psychology. My areas of focus include trauma, anxiety, and depression. Based on my client’s needs, I practice a variety of treatment modalities, inviting both cognitive and somatic approaches.

Megan Loney works with Central Arkansas kids, adults, and families to lead happier lives, achieve educational goals and develop their strengths. Megan is able to provide a wide spectrum of individual, family, and group counseling services. Whether you struggle with a mental illness or you are just going through a hard time and need a little extra help, Megan’s passion is helping people! In order to do that, she uses several counseling theories, including Adlerian therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and person-centered therapy. Megan provides individual and family services for patients at Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services.

Ellen Moncrief is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address mental health challenges and improve their quality of life. Ellen specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Ellen completed her Master of Counseling Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. Her professional experience in community mental health has enabled her to provide guidance and support to diverse populations and different mental health issues.

If you are tired of internal struggles with trying to manage people and the world around you. Are you failing in moving forward ? “Let’s change it together one session at a time.” I am a License Clinical Social Worker Therapist in AR, LA, MS who has worked as a Mental Health Professional for over 12 years. I provide treatment for various mental disorders, including those developed from trauma , infertility and/ or life stressors. My experience in healthcare has enabled success in transforming lives. This is achieved through inner work of individual and family sessions conducted in a tranquil office setting and/or Telehealth.

An ideal client is a 6-18 year-old who is struggling with depression, ADHD, social skills, anxiety, and family communication. This age can be challenging as children navigate their emotions/relationships. With a compassionate and person-centered approach, I aim to create a supportive environment where the client can express their feelings, develop effective communication skills, and build resilience. Together, we will work on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of their struggles, while equipping them with tools and strategies to manage their emotions and improve their overall well-being.

The journey of healing can be a daunting path, I strive to provide a safe and authentic environment in which I can walk alongside you as you explore your own story, and through it, find yourself. I graduated from John Brown University in 2018 with a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Play Therapy. I have extensive training in trauma informed care, attachment based interventions, experiential play therapy, child centered play, Adlerian play and has completed level 1 theraplay training.

With over a decade experience in a variety of settings, my passion lies in working a hybrid of school based and outpatient - working with teens, adults, and the LGBTQIA+ population. I most enjoy working through life transitions be it changes in circumstances, gender/sexuality, the natural ebbs and flows of life, or taking the next step (adulthood, career, marriage, etc). I am trained in EMDR & TF-CBT, thus I excel at working with trauma. I'm a GALAP pledge signer and take a no gatekeeping approach to serving trans and nonbinary clients. I enjoy helping families find common ground and mutual respect even around difficult subjects.

We all have problems and everyone needs help at times. With more than 12 years experience, I provide professional/confidential mental health services to diverse persons. I do not discriminate based on ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or personal identification and believe that through connection and compassion we can resolve any problem together. Our past experiences do not define us and our future is not yet written. Help is available and you are not alone. Let's work towards building your life the way it was always meant to be: authentic, fulfilling and empowered. Let's find/develop the best version of yourself!

Are you feeling alone, misunderstood, down in the dumps, or anxious? Are you struggling with adjusting to what life has thrown at you lately? Do you feel like an imposter, not good at what you do? Perhaps you have suffered traumatic events or are experiencing memories that cause you distress. Maybe you are afraid of being rejected and living with loneliness. Or do you search for meaning in life while trying to understand who you are and where you belong? You long to be happy, understood, accepted, and ready to make a change. It isn’t easy seeking help, but it isn’t any easier handling your daily struggles alone.

My goal is to help others find peace in their lives. I love working with families who struggle to maintain a calm home because It Is Hard! Sometimes we find it’s ourselves that block peace. I also very much enjoy helping all ages individually find out what triggers them and how to regulate to find peace in themselves.

I specialize in treating individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Many times trauma/stress/distress result in individuals coping and managing alone and I believe the healing work begins when individuals are able to find trusted others to do the work with. I cultivate a safe environment for healing , while being compassionate, understanding, curious, and non-judgmental.

I'm Keena Reddin, a licensed certified Social Worker, and the founder of CEDBW. My goal is to provide each patient with knowledge, appropriate treatment that is individualized, and most importantly support for experiencing a better quality of life. I have been in practice for several years, and have a true passion for the care I get to provide individuals each and every day. I specialize in the outpatient treatment of Eating Disorders by providing necessary medical/medication support, meal planning, and placement of a higher level of care when appropriate. I also provide treatment for individuals/couples/families struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflict and challenging life experiences which require understanding, support, and specific skills learned in treatment. My therapeutic approach is person centered by working together as a team to set and achieve goals.

Are you a parent/guardian struggling to help your child or adolescent? You may feel helpless and isolated if your child is experiencing behavioral or emotional difficulties. I can help you by working with your child from a developmentally appropriate approach. Each person has a unique journey, and no one should ever feel they must navigate it alone. Therefore, throughout this process, your child will experience a warm, safe, and accepting environment as we work collaboratively to help. I’ll also work to help you understand your child more and provide you with tools to feel more empowered.

Life can throw us curveballs, and these changes can leave us feeling overwhelmed and unsure of the next step. You may be reeling from a loss, wondering how life can go on for everyone else, and feeling pressured to “just get over it.” Maybe you feel like your life is spiraling out of control and you don't know what to do with the feelings of sadness, loneliness or anger you're experiencing. That's where counseling can help! My approach to therapy is person-centered. I believe that you are your own expert, bringing your life experiences + view of the world to our work together.