Find a Therapist in Arkansas

Welcome to the Psychology Today therapist search site. Given that you have reached this site, it is likely that you are seeking therapy services for yourself or for a significant other. Congratulations for taking this courageous step toward seeking support as you deal with life’s issues, many of which are quite stressful in today’s world.

You are not the problem, the Problem is the problem. While stress, conflict and even sadness are to be expected on occasion, they are not meant to be the ruling elements in your life. Many people respond to current situations based on past experience; positive or not. If you’ve experienced trauma (emotional, physical, sexual and/or racial) or chronic illness it tends to affect how you react to stress. It may cause you to be paralyzed, unable to complete a simple task. Do you desire a future where the past no longer rules today? A future where you are free to make the best choice for you giving you a contented and hopeful life?

Life can get complicated and messy. We often try to manage it all on our own, but sometimes it becomes too much to bear. Our thoughts become distorted and we enter into unhealthy cycles of behavior trying to survive. Making the decision to seek psychotherapy requires one to be both brave and vulnerable at the same time. Reaching out for help takes guts and I am always honored to be a part of someone's journey. You remain in the driver's seat while I ride along side as a trained listener who helps you to make sense of your experience and encourage you to make desired changes along the way. Don't remain stuck, keep moving forward.

I can help you get to the 'heart' of the challenges and issues you're dealing with and make the lasting changes you’re longing for. Having been in practice over 40 years, I'm a seasoned therapist and have the tools and experience to resolve whatever is 'up' for you. I've found that 'talk therapy' is often not enough to resolve many difficulties, so I use a variety of effective approaches, uniquely adjusted to match each client's needs. In addition to talk therapy, I utilize Brainspotting; EMDR; Body Centered therapy; Meditative approaches and Hypnotherapy.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas. I enjoy working with adults, older teenagers, and couples. As a therapist, 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, relationship struggles, career transitions, grief, low self esteem, "failure to launch", sexuality and gender, and interpersonal struggles.

I get a sense that you’re ready for a change. Well, take a deep breath; the hard part is over. Adjusting or coping with the stressors of everyday life, healing from trauma both past and present, learning to accept and embrace yourself as a unique individual can sometimes be challenging. I am here to stand with you and support you as you continue to embark upon this journey.

Thanks for stopping by to read my profile and to consider me for your treatment. Likely you’re over this pandemic that’s turned your life upside down for over a year now and isn’t seeming to end. I’m there with you. Are you looking for a psychologist who is laid back, but will still push you to achieve your goals? I check those boxes and am very authentic about who I am in my work. Or maybe you need an ADHD/psychological testing evaluation. I can get you scheduled for testing within a few weeks usually. **At this time I am primarily taking on new testing clients, as I only have two biweekly counseling spots open as of October.

When you are hurting, it helps to have someone who walks beside you and just gets it. Whatever your trial, I hope you'll allow me to do just that.

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"Be gentle with yourself." I am a trained therapist, clinical social worker (LCSW), hypnotherapist, doctoral student, and certified yoga teacher. I am specialized in mindfulness providing individual and group therapy helping individuals in the treatment of stress, anxiety, depression, and gender issues. I am clinically trained by Dr. Brian Weiss in Past Lives Regression to address trauma and phobias. I am also a National Certified Hypnotherapist (CH) by the National Guild of Hypnotists an excellent approach to use with clients to improve quality of life. I am pursuing my Ph.D. in Depth Psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute.