Strength-Based Therapists in Little Rock, AR

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Sarah Hayden
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205
My practice is influenced by Attachment-Based, Strength-Based, and ACT approaches, rooted in positive psychology and emphasizing the inherent strengths within each individual.
Providing a nurturing space for healing and growth, I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and women of all ages! With unwavering empathy and deep compassion, I strive to foster an environment where your healing process is nurtured and your growth is encouraged. I am committed to providing comprehensive and holistic support with the hope of you not only feeling heard and understood, but also empowered. I value employing diverse therapeutic orientations, thoughtfully chosen to guide and support you through your unique therapeutic journey to address your individual needs with empathy and compassion.
My practice is influenced by Attachment-Based, Strength-Based, and ACT approaches, rooted in positive psychology and emphasizing the inherent strengths within each individual.
Providing a nurturing space for healing and growth, I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and women of all ages! With unwavering empathy and deep compassion, I strive to foster an environment where your healing process is nurtured and your growth is encouraged. I am committed to providing comprehensive and holistic support with the hope of you not only feeling heard and understood, but also empowered. I value employing diverse therapeutic orientations, thoughtfully chosen to guide and support you through your unique therapeutic journey to address your individual needs with empathy and compassion.
(501) 382-8256 View (501) 382-8256
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Rechele Mays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , C-DBT
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72207  (Online Only)
Therapy offers a chance to learn new ways to cope with emotionally charged life challenges & process the things in life that keep us stuck. In our sessions, I'll help you identify & challenge self-defeating patterns that leave you stuck, unsatisfied, & less than your best. We'll develop a plan based on your needs & what you want out of therapy. I offer a supportive, nonjudgemental space for you to reflect, process, & grow. My approach is strength based, interactive, & collaborative, & I believe that authenticity, respect, & a sense of humor all contribute to a strong therapeutic relationship.
Therapy offers a chance to learn new ways to cope with emotionally charged life challenges & process the things in life that keep us stuck. In our sessions, I'll help you identify & challenge self-defeating patterns that leave you stuck, unsatisfied, & less than your best. We'll develop a plan based on your needs & what you want out of therapy. I offer a supportive, nonjudgemental space for you to reflect, process, & grow. My approach is strength based, interactive, & collaborative, & I believe that authenticity, respect, & a sense of humor all contribute to a strong therapeutic relationship.
(501) 557-0808 View (501) 557-0808
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Dr. Marian Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72201
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.
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.
(501) 271-8121 View (501) 271-8121
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Hope and Thrive Counseling and Therapeutic Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCTP, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72202
Have you lost hope? Are you ready to thrive? Are you ready to begin your healing journey? Do you feel stuck and out of control? Is it time to forgive? Ready to explore? Maybe you're wanting to check in with yourself and evaluate any opportunities for reflection, growth, self compassion and change? These are common areas that we explore with clients. Allow our team at Hope and Thrive Counseling to walk with you and offer a judgement free, compassionate and safe space to connect, dig deeper and become the best version of yourself. Life can be hard and you need someone to be in that hard space with you at times.
Have you lost hope? Are you ready to thrive? Are you ready to begin your healing journey? Do you feel stuck and out of control? Is it time to forgive? Ready to explore? Maybe you're wanting to check in with yourself and evaluate any opportunities for reflection, growth, self compassion and change? These are common areas that we explore with clients. Allow our team at Hope and Thrive Counseling to walk with you and offer a judgement free, compassionate and safe space to connect, dig deeper and become the best version of yourself. Life can be hard and you need someone to be in that hard space with you at times.
(947) 333-8115 View (947) 333-8115
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Margaret Lindley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72207
Waitlist for new clients
Life is both beautiful and challenging. Are you currently struggling with more of the difficult aspects of life? Feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious? Feel as though you're on an emotional rollercoaster and can't seem to get off? Having trouble creating meaning out of the hard stuff. I’m passionate about working with adults going through difficult transitions and/or stage-of-life issues and helping teens and parents navigate adolescence-a challenging time. I would love to help you create something good from all the hard and ugly. I'll be your biggest fan, back you up all the way while being honest, compassionate and real.
Life is both beautiful and challenging. Are you currently struggling with more of the difficult aspects of life? Feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious? Feel as though you're on an emotional rollercoaster and can't seem to get off? Having trouble creating meaning out of the hard stuff. I’m passionate about working with adults going through difficult transitions and/or stage-of-life issues and helping teens and parents navigate adolescence-a challenging time. I would love to help you create something good from all the hard and ugly. I'll be your biggest fan, back you up all the way while being honest, compassionate and real.
(501) 881-2042 View (501) 881-2042
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Lisa Baldwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72207
Are you a person who finds yourself caring deeply for others while you struggle to care about yourself? Maybe you feel like an imposter and that there is no way that you can measure up to those around you. Do you avoid making decisions or taking risks because you know that you’ll fail anyway? You think even when something is a success that it is only a matter of time before it all falls apart. Do you want to feel that you are valued and have worth that allows you to establish the life that you imagine for yourself? Do you struggle to believe that it’s possible to feel good about yourself?
Are you a person who finds yourself caring deeply for others while you struggle to care about yourself? Maybe you feel like an imposter and that there is no way that you can measure up to those around you. Do you avoid making decisions or taking risks because you know that you’ll fail anyway? You think even when something is a success that it is only a matter of time before it all falls apart. Do you want to feel that you are valued and have worth that allows you to establish the life that you imagine for yourself? Do you struggle to believe that it’s possible to feel good about yourself?
(501) 381-1674 View (501) 381-1674
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Michael Dillon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72223
I am here to help you build the life you are excited to live. I have experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages and genders. I have helped my clients work through problems with depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, thoughts of death and suicide, anger, as well as just dealing with the day-to-day stressors that wear us down.
I am here to help you build the life you are excited to live. I have experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages and genders. I have helped my clients work through problems with depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, thoughts of death and suicide, anger, as well as just dealing with the day-to-day stressors that wear us down.
(501) 261-6647 View (501) 261-6647
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Darrick Ball (He Him His)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72201
As we manage through difficulty challenges occur. Adapting to a challenge can have a psychological toll and it can feel exhausting. I want to invite you to visit. I am inclusive and an LGBTQIA+ ally. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, teens, families (traditional and blended), and young adults launching into the college experience. I have worked with couples managing relationship issues to address healthy boundaries, reciprocity, and improving communication. I have available evening and weekend hours. My space is for you and your meaningful experiences. Currently I only have online availability and soon in-person.
As we manage through difficulty challenges occur. Adapting to a challenge can have a psychological toll and it can feel exhausting. I want to invite you to visit. I am inclusive and an LGBTQIA+ ally. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, teens, families (traditional and blended), and young adults launching into the college experience. I have worked with couples managing relationship issues to address healthy boundaries, reciprocity, and improving communication. I have available evening and weekend hours. My space is for you and your meaningful experiences. Currently I only have online availability and soon in-person.
(501) 550-3279 View (501) 550-3279
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Angela K Etchison
Licensed Psychological Examiner, MS, LPE-I
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211
Hello! I'm Angela and I'm here to help you improve your mental health, decrease your stress, and live your life with more joy and purpose! While stress is a natural part of life, too much stress can be harmful to your overall health and well-being. I specialize in treating the anxiety and depression that often results from stressful life experiences, such as divorce, grief, trauma, and more. I also have extensive training and experience with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and other developmental disabilities.
Hello! I'm Angela and I'm here to help you improve your mental health, decrease your stress, and live your life with more joy and purpose! While stress is a natural part of life, too much stress can be harmful to your overall health and well-being. I specialize in treating the anxiety and depression that often results from stressful life experiences, such as divorce, grief, trauma, and more. I also have extensive training and experience with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and other developmental disabilities.
(501) 436-0088 View (501) 436-0088
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Skip Hoggard
LPE-I
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72207
Skip Hoggard is a highly-skilled eating disorder and trauma therapist with 20 years of experience working with adults and older adolescents (16+). Skip’s therapeutic approach with clients experiencing anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder involves taking a holistic view of health encompassing the body, mind, and emotions. Integrating all aspects of an individual’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and improving flexibility are essential to finding lasting recovery.
Skip Hoggard is a highly-skilled eating disorder and trauma therapist with 20 years of experience working with adults and older adolescents (16+). Skip’s therapeutic approach with clients experiencing anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder involves taking a holistic view of health encompassing the body, mind, and emotions. Integrating all aspects of an individual’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and improving flexibility are essential to finding lasting recovery.
(501) 214-5377 View (501) 214-5377
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Central Arkansas Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205
Understanding yourself, your personality structure, and the world around you is a great asset. It allows you to clearly articulate your values and to set a life-course oriented toward what brings you meaning and fulfillment. Often, clinical symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and personality difficulties can obscure a clear vision of our ideal path. Clinical psychology uses the scientific understanding of behavior and mental health difficulties as the basis for strategic guidance in helping you overcome clinical and life issues.
Understanding yourself, your personality structure, and the world around you is a great asset. It allows you to clearly articulate your values and to set a life-course oriented toward what brings you meaning and fulfillment. Often, clinical symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and personality difficulties can obscure a clear vision of our ideal path. Clinical psychology uses the scientific understanding of behavior and mental health difficulties as the basis for strategic guidance in helping you overcome clinical and life issues.
(501) 712-5642 View (501) 712-5642
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Betty Deere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205
Since our society has shifted into a high tech world, text and email communication has dominated. Communication (TALKING to and with one another) has suffered. Real consequences include an epidemic OF lonliness among all age groups. Anxiety and depression are not uncommon and medications to treat those symtoms have shot out of the roof. Marital distress and divorce rates and have risen alarmingly. Suicide rates also. Communication of our needs and feelings often aren't expressed at all, or in ways that do not result in understanding and resolutions. With no resolution comes isolation.
Since our society has shifted into a high tech world, text and email communication has dominated. Communication (TALKING to and with one another) has suffered. Real consequences include an epidemic OF lonliness among all age groups. Anxiety and depression are not uncommon and medications to treat those symtoms have shot out of the roof. Marital distress and divorce rates and have risen alarmingly. Suicide rates also. Communication of our needs and feelings often aren't expressed at all, or in ways that do not result in understanding and resolutions. With no resolution comes isolation.
(501) 229-8209 View (501) 229-8209
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Community Counseling Clinic JBU
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211
Welcome to our Community Counseling Clinic, where compassionate care meets affordability with sessions priced at only $35. At our clinic, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health services without financial barriers. That's why we are proud to ensure that cost is never a deterrent to getting the help you need. Our mission is to provide accessible and effective counseling to support the well-being of our community members.
Welcome to our Community Counseling Clinic, where compassionate care meets affordability with sessions priced at only $35. At our clinic, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health services without financial barriers. That's why we are proud to ensure that cost is never a deterrent to getting the help you need. Our mission is to provide accessible and effective counseling to support the well-being of our community members.
(501) 300-8469 View (501) 300-8469
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Paula McCarther
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72223
Feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or like you're drifting away from others? Are you struggling with relationship challenges, battling anxiety, depression, or an ever-mounting sense of frustration? In our fast-paced world, the weight of work and the dominance of technology in communication can take a toll on our mental health. We all yearn for authentic connections. SELF-awareness is the key to nurturing healthy, secure relationships. I offer an open and holistic approach, blending therapeutic techniques with life coaching to guide you on your journey towards becoming the best version of yourself. Reach out for support today.
Feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or like you're drifting away from others? Are you struggling with relationship challenges, battling anxiety, depression, or an ever-mounting sense of frustration? In our fast-paced world, the weight of work and the dominance of technology in communication can take a toll on our mental health. We all yearn for authentic connections. SELF-awareness is the key to nurturing healthy, secure relationships. I offer an open and holistic approach, blending therapeutic techniques with life coaching to guide you on your journey towards becoming the best version of yourself. Reach out for support today.
(501) 222-9914 View (501) 222-9914
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Andrew Roach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72211
Andrew Roach, a native of Monroe, Louisiana, has been a clinician in Arkansas since 1994. He has 25 years of experience working with the chronic mentally ill in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and been in private practice for over a decade, serving community members of Central Arkansas.
Andrew Roach, a native of Monroe, Louisiana, has been a clinician in Arkansas since 1994. He has 25 years of experience working with the chronic mentally ill in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and been in private practice for over a decade, serving community members of Central Arkansas.
(501) 290-4176 View (501) 290-4176
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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.
(501) 482-5173 x501551 View (501) 482-5173 x501551
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Kimberly A Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72204
Are you experiencing pain, sorrow, depression, anxiety, grief, or work/life imbalances? Perhaps you are stressed with the changes occurring every day and would like to share your struggles with someone who is non-judgmental? Or do you just need someone to guide you to see that you, yes YOU, already have the tools you need to grow and blossom into your highest self? I would love to help you embark on this journey via counseling. My name is Kimberly Robinson and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker located in West Little Rock. I look forward to speaking with you in the future.
Are you experiencing pain, sorrow, depression, anxiety, grief, or work/life imbalances? Perhaps you are stressed with the changes occurring every day and would like to share your struggles with someone who is non-judgmental? Or do you just need someone to guide you to see that you, yes YOU, already have the tools you need to grow and blossom into your highest self? I would love to help you embark on this journey via counseling. My name is Kimberly Robinson and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker located in West Little Rock. I look forward to speaking with you in the future.
(501) 645-8317 View (501) 645-8317
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Yolanda McCallum
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72211
I provide professional counseling services to individuals and couples in the state of Maryland. I am passionate about my work and specialize in three areas: working with women 40 years of age and over experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship distress, past trauma and adjusting to major life changes and transitions, working with busy professionals of all ages trying to balance career, family, community and social demands, and working with couples on the brink of separation and/ or divorce.
I provide professional counseling services to individuals and couples in the state of Maryland. I am passionate about my work and specialize in three areas: working with women 40 years of age and over experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship distress, past trauma and adjusting to major life changes and transitions, working with busy professionals of all ages trying to balance career, family, community and social demands, and working with couples on the brink of separation and/ or divorce.
(501) 596-7330 View (501) 596-7330
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The Chosen One Professional Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72209  (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship issues, or just need someone to speak with regarding managing your current situation? The clients I work with are in a place of being or becoming stagnant and not knowing how to make the next step. This could be due to past decisions, trauma, relationships, or current situations. My clients want to live their best life possible and need insight into doing so. I want to empower them to address psychological issues, relational issues, and past issues that hinder forward progress and to see them healed, well, and whole.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship issues, or just need someone to speak with regarding managing your current situation? The clients I work with are in a place of being or becoming stagnant and not knowing how to make the next step. This could be due to past decisions, trauma, relationships, or current situations. My clients want to live their best life possible and need insight into doing so. I want to empower them to address psychological issues, relational issues, and past issues that hinder forward progress and to see them healed, well, and whole.
(870) 359-6187 View (870) 359-6187
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Josh H. Strickland
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211
Josh has experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples and is well versed in grief therapy, anxiety and depression, issues pertaining to suicide, issues pertaining to the LGBTQ+ community, and special issues pertaining to adolescents. He is currently a part-time faculty member with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and has held other various professorial positions. He has worked on several non-profit boards advancing the access to mental health resources, educating the public on depression and suicide, working for the rights of minorities, and educating the public on issues pertaining to veterans
Josh has experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples and is well versed in grief therapy, anxiety and depression, issues pertaining to suicide, issues pertaining to the LGBTQ+ community, and special issues pertaining to adolescents. He is currently a part-time faculty member with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and has held other various professorial positions. He has worked on several non-profit boards advancing the access to mental health resources, educating the public on depression and suicide, working for the rights of minorities, and educating the public on issues pertaining to veterans
(501) 289-5689 View (501) 289-5689

Strength-Based Therapists

How does strength-based therapy work?

During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.

Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?

Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.

How long does strength-based therapy last?

There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.

How effective is strength-based therapy?

Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.