Stress Therapists in Jackson County, AR

Life can throw us curve balls. Some of these situations are inevitable but with counseling you can gain the tools to help you through one situation at a time. As a licensed professional counselor my approach is warm, empathetic, personalized, and evidenced-based. I am dedicated to working collaboratively and building on your strengths to encourage growth and change, increase positive coping strategies, and to eliminate harmful patterns. I would love to assist you in achieving your goals.

Understanding the world around you can be challenging, especially when faced with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, or general life stress. Children, teens, and young adults may have even more of a challenge if they are still learning about themselves or have experienced stressors beyond their control. Learning skills to overcome these stressors or wanting to create a deeper understanding of the self are two reasons young adults or parents (of children in need) may seek out therapy.

I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) with a specialization in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). I have a heart for supporting people through their reproductive years while they navigate the ups and downs of pre-parenting, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood. My approach is to support clients holistically using an integrated therapeutic approach. I draw from elements of psychodynamic (narrative), acceptance commitment (ACT), cognitive behavioral (CBT), and mindfulness therapies in to ensure the whole person’s needs are met.

Feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to turn? You may feel lost, inadequate, or powerless. If so, you are not alone. The pressures of life can seem considerably overpowering at times. However, even the most stressful situations can be defeated. Let’s work together to gain control over the stress.

Do you struggle to find happiness and peace on a daily basis? Does depression, anxiety, or grief rule your day. The struggle is real. We all develop stress, anxiety, and other issues when our lives are turned upside down by events that we cannot control. I am here to help and have professional training and education to do so. The key is to identify the source of the struggle and how to navigate and develop coping skills to manage it effectively. I utilize several approaches including CBT, faith based, person centered, strengths based, and mindfulness based therapy modalities for you to reach your goals.

Walking into wellness begins with a single step! Don't stay stuck! Let's take the step together! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a specialization in technology assisted counseling. I earned a Masters Degree in Counseling from the University of Arkansas Little Rock and Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Arkansas State University. I provided counseling in a variety of mental health settings including outpatient counseling centers, psychiatric hospitals, and the United States Navy. I have over 15 years of experience working with adults, children, couples, families, active duty military, retired military, and veterans.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Practicing since 2011, I have seven years experience in community mental health, working the past four years in a school-based health center providing individual and family services as well as training in behavioral health.

Life happens. And sometimes the life that is happening at this moment, well, it stinks. Change, loss, stress, anxiety, - no matter what it is, I believe that therapy can help. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, comfortable, and welcoming space for you to vent, talk things through, learn about yourself, and find those gifts and abilities in yourself that will help you improve your life. I endeavor to support and empower you as we work together to create positive change and improve those areas of your life that you are unhappy with.

Life changes in expected and unexpected ways that can leave people feeling stressed, lost, confused or anxious and depressed. It is my goal to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere, where my clients can feel free to express themselves genuinely. I want to be a catalyst in the therapeutic process by offering the unconditional positive regard and empathy to help you grow emotionally. I believe therapy is a collaboration between the client and therapist. I may possess the clinical training but you are the expert on your life so we have to work together to find what will work best for you.

DaLisha Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Arkansas. She has several years of experience in the field of mental health and is passionate about helping others learn to cope and foster a happier life. DaLisha has worked with adolescents, adults, and couples, specializing in stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, motivation, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, and confidence. DaLisha received a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has a Master of Philosophy in Human and Social Services, both from Walden University.

Going through traumatic experiences can have a serious impact on one's life. The consequences of trauma can lead to poor functioning & disruption in daily routines, relationships, work, & overall sense of wellbeing. It can lead to difficulties in regulating emotions & coping with stress. Additionally, trauma can impact a person's beliefs about themselves, others, and the world - leading to feelings of blame, shame, guilt, & a loss of trust. Overall, trauma can significantly impair an individual's ability to feel safe, connected, & in control of their life. Does this sound familiar to you? If so, I am here to help & support you.

My name is Linda Beldin-Korter, and my clients also called Linda B-K for short. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Washington, Oregon, and New Mexico; and a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in Arkansas. I am currently working with adult clients statewide via telehealth, and during the recent pandemic, I worked in several states providing Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Counseling. I have a history of 35 years as a counselor with a diverse clientele and counseling modalities. I specialize in healing and recovery from loss, trauma, anxiety, stress, eating disorders, and substance use.

Greetings. I'm Yulonda Ross and I specialize in Substance Use Disorders and I provide counseling for anger management as well. Are you struggling with trying to quit using alcohol and drugs? Has your relationship been affected by your substance use? Is all of your leisure time consumed with using? You’re probably full of emotions, questions, and doubts. You may be wondering what I do now; is there any hope; and is it even possible to get better? You may be feeling overwhelmed, scared, and stressed. People do overcome substance abuse and return back to a healthy lifestyle. I’ll help steer you in the right direction.

Pam Giardina, LCSW, comes with thirty years of experience working with children and families facing stress. She spent twenty-five years as a Child Life Specialist at Arkansas Children's Hospital helping children and families cope with trauma, hospitalization, surgical procedures, and chronic illnesses. Obtaining a masters degree in social work was a way to develop and utilize her extensive experience outside of the acute care environment. She now uses evidenced-based therapies to help children, adults, and families with trauma including sexual abuse, physical abuse, life-changing accidents, and death.

Are you experiencing a high level of anxiety or stress? Or, are you going through a difficult period in life, such as relationship conflict or loss, a health status change, or multiple stressors piling up all at once? Trained in two helping professions, I can provide you with compassionate, knowledgeable care and actionable plans that will help you to resolve anxiety and stress and get back to enjoying life again. Whether you need to make a change, or to prevail over a change life has forced upon you, my experience and knowledge will help you to navigate difficult times and to reclaim your life.

I am Kimberly Cummings Whitman, a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), specializing in challenging, complex and intense issues with individuals and families. With a strong background in social work and ongoing education, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective mental health support to individuals seeking healing, holistic wellness, and personal growth. I am in the process of finishing my Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from Tulane University. In my doctoral work, I have extensively researched psychedelic-assisted therapies and newer, cutting-edge treatment and wellness practices. They work!

Are you feeling depressed, stressed, drained, or just overwhelmed by life? You are at the right place. Therapy works! I truly believe that developing a meaningful therapeutic connection is the foundation for learning how to improve quality of life, build healthy relationships, and learn healthy coping skills to manage life stressors. My goal is to help you realize areas in your life that are causing distress, identify positive ways to address the stressors, as well as highlight your strengths. There is hope. Therapy will help with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and the demands of life.

Have you been struggling with past events, Present life issues, relationship, or decisions in your life? Are you searching for someone to listen, accept you as you are, and offer positive, practical, spiritual answers? Do you want to improve yourself, discover your uniqueness? We will guide you to Biblical answers to Life issues. We offer Premarital Coaching, divorce recovery, life Coaching, Pastoral Coaching, grief coaching, stress, anger, depression, abandonment, rejection, spiritual coaching. We are here to help you heal. "We Can Help"