Blue Cross Therapists in Bella Vista, AR
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Elinor Nygren Szapiro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bella Vista, AR 72714
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 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.
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Kelly Dundon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72715 (Online Only)
A cornerstone of my approach is trauma-informed care, where I create a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore and address past traumas. Whether it's navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, or working through challenges related to personality disorders, I'm dedicated to helping clients reclaim their agency and resilience. I enjoy working with neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQAI+ -identifying folks, and women or femme-identifying individuals. My approach is grounded in authenticity, empathy, and empowerment. Together with my clients, we embark on a collaborative journey towards self-awareness, growth, and resilience.
A cornerstone of my approach is trauma-informed care, where I create a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore and address past traumas. Whether it's navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, or working through challenges related to personality disorders, I'm dedicated to helping clients reclaim their agency and resilience. I enjoy working with neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQAI+ -identifying folks, and women or femme-identifying individuals. My approach is grounded in authenticity, empathy, and empowerment. Together with my clients, we embark on a collaborative journey towards self-awareness, growth, and resilience.
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Aaron Mclellan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72715 (Online Only)
You are so incredibly valuable. You deserve a life free from fear, anxiety, and depression. But, like drops of water in a bucket, negative experiences have a way of building up over time. The inability to empty our bucket causes us to feel overwhelmed by our thoughts, emotions and the world around us. Right now, as you read this, I want you to imagine what it might feel like to find freedom and to put down the burdens you're carrying. Imagine what it might be like for your past to no longer control you or for your future to contain hope instead of dread. Come in, let's talk and let an experienced guide point you towards possibility.
You are so incredibly valuable. You deserve a life free from fear, anxiety, and depression. But, like drops of water in a bucket, negative experiences have a way of building up over time. The inability to empty our bucket causes us to feel overwhelmed by our thoughts, emotions and the world around us. Right now, as you read this, I want you to imagine what it might feel like to find freedom and to put down the burdens you're carrying. Imagine what it might be like for your past to no longer control you or for your future to contain hope instead of dread. Come in, let's talk and let an experienced guide point you towards possibility.
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When times get tough, we all need compassionate support and lots of coping skills! Allow me to help you through the hard times while teaching effective strategies to calm the inner chaos. By learning to care for yourself and understand your struggles you will find true stability and control that can be sustained, no matter the circumstances. Teens, especially need to learn these skills in order to successfully launch into adulthood. I strive to equip each of my clients with a coping skills set early on in treatment. I am trained in EMDR for treating trauma. I am an ally and member of the LGBTQ+ community.
When times get tough, we all need compassionate support and lots of coping skills! Allow me to help you through the hard times while teaching effective strategies to calm the inner chaos. By learning to care for yourself and understand your struggles you will find true stability and control that can be sustained, no matter the circumstances. Teens, especially need to learn these skills in order to successfully launch into adulthood. I strive to equip each of my clients with a coping skills set early on in treatment. I am trained in EMDR for treating trauma. I am an ally and member of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Northwest Counseling offers professional counseling for all ages. We specialize in marital therapies that include trained EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) marriage therapists. EFT is a proven effective therapy to restore depth and passion to hurting relationships. Studies show a better than 70% rate of restoration of broken relationships. In addition, NCI helps children and individuals with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, sleep disorders and anger management.
Northwest Counseling offers professional counseling for all ages. We specialize in marital therapies that include trained EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) marriage therapists. EFT is a proven effective therapy to restore depth and passion to hurting relationships. Studies show a better than 70% rate of restoration of broken relationships. In addition, NCI helps children and individuals with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, sleep disorders and anger management.
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Robyn Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, LPC, TA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72714
My goal is to create a safe space that is accepting and empowering. I am understanding and provide honesty and hope for my clients. I believe it takes a tremendous amount of courage to begin a journey of personal growth. I see my role as a process facilitator. I utilize my experience, skills, and training to help my clients resolve problems, improve relationships and gain useful life tools. I believe that we are all capable of change, growth, and healing. I hold a Masters of Science in Counseling and an Ed.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Harding University.
My goal is to create a safe space that is accepting and empowering. I am understanding and provide honesty and hope for my clients. I believe it takes a tremendous amount of courage to begin a journey of personal growth. I see my role as a process facilitator. I utilize my experience, skills, and training to help my clients resolve problems, improve relationships and gain useful life tools. I believe that we are all capable of change, growth, and healing. I hold a Masters of Science in Counseling and an Ed.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Harding University.
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Matthew J Sweetser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72714
My goal is to create a safe, relaxed, and fun environment to partner with clients on their life journeys, explore new goals, and cope with difficult life situations. I am a comfortable working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, social skills, grief, family conflict, life-changes, and relationship issues. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and their families, and individual adults.
My goal is to create a safe, relaxed, and fun environment to partner with clients on their life journeys, explore new goals, and cope with difficult life situations. I am a comfortable working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, social skills, grief, family conflict, life-changes, and relationship issues. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and their families, and individual adults.
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Nancy D Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Bella Vista, AR 72714
I am a Licensed Profession Counselor and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. I have been established in the NWA area for some time now. I enjoy working with individuals and families to resolve life issues. I have assisted many people with change, reducing stress and to manage their challenges. I establish healthy, supportive, encouraging relationships with those I work with. I accept ages 10 and up. I am credentialed with all major insurances. Please call to initiate a consultation appointment.
I am a Licensed Profession Counselor and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. I have been established in the NWA area for some time now. I enjoy working with individuals and families to resolve life issues. I have assisted many people with change, reducing stress and to manage their challenges. I establish healthy, supportive, encouraging relationships with those I work with. I accept ages 10 and up. I am credentialed with all major insurances. Please call to initiate a consultation appointment.
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Mollie Sweetser
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72714
I am passionate about seeing clients grow through working through and understanding their story and how it has affected them in order to experience personal growth, better self awareness and self compassion, and ability to live more fully in the present. I work with clients on anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and other stressors. Often these issues in the present are tied to wounds in the past that can cause us to get stuck in unhelpful ways about thinking about ourselves. I believe that working on these issues from a trauma-focused lens can lead to a deeper and more lasting result than focusing on symptoms alone.
I am passionate about seeing clients grow through working through and understanding their story and how it has affected them in order to experience personal growth, better self awareness and self compassion, and ability to live more fully in the present. I work with clients on anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and other stressors. Often these issues in the present are tied to wounds in the past that can cause us to get stuck in unhelpful ways about thinking about ourselves. I believe that working on these issues from a trauma-focused lens can lead to a deeper and more lasting result than focusing on symptoms alone.
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Sara King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72715
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping people learn practical tools to develop self-awareness and self-acceptance. I am person-centered and relational in my approach. I communicate the value I see in you! Through collaboration, we will create and monitor treatment goals that reflect your needs. I hold space for you to acknowledge your hardest moments and empathize about these inevitable struggles; while maintaining awareness of the possibility that lighter emotions, like humor, curiosity, and creativity, can be present at the same time. I strive to support you in accepting and enjoying your multifaceted and meaningful life.
I am passionate about helping people learn practical tools to develop self-awareness and self-acceptance. I am person-centered and relational in my approach. I communicate the value I see in you! Through collaboration, we will create and monitor treatment goals that reflect your needs. I hold space for you to acknowledge your hardest moments and empathize about these inevitable struggles; while maintaining awareness of the possibility that lighter emotions, like humor, curiosity, and creativity, can be present at the same time. I strive to support you in accepting and enjoying your multifaceted and meaningful life.
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Marisa values compassion and connection in the counseling office. Marisa aims to help those that sit with her to answer the questions that led them to counseling, as well as experience the change and healing they've been searching for. She believes that each person is created for healthy relationship and prioritizes working to build such with those in her office. She especially enjoys working with adult children of immature parents and young women (ages 16-35) who are struggling with family of origin issues, stressful life transitions, co-dependency, trauma, and more.
Marisa values compassion and connection in the counseling office. Marisa aims to help those that sit with her to answer the questions that led them to counseling, as well as experience the change and healing they've been searching for. She believes that each person is created for healthy relationship and prioritizes working to build such with those in her office. She especially enjoys working with adult children of immature parents and young women (ages 16-35) who are struggling with family of origin issues, stressful life transitions, co-dependency, trauma, and more.
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I am an LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker) who is passionate about creating meaningful connections and therapeutic bonds with my clients. I firmly believe that sometimes, this connection serves as the primary source of encouragement, praise, or a sense of safety in an individual's life. I consider it a privilege to offer this to my clients, helping them perceive the world from fresh perspectives. My goal is to empower you to stand up for yourself, recognize your strengths, needs, desires, and aspirations, and work collaboratively to help you achieve them, ultimately becoming the best version of yourself.
I am an LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker) who is passionate about creating meaningful connections and therapeutic bonds with my clients. I firmly believe that sometimes, this connection serves as the primary source of encouragement, praise, or a sense of safety in an individual's life. I consider it a privilege to offer this to my clients, helping them perceive the world from fresh perspectives. My goal is to empower you to stand up for yourself, recognize your strengths, needs, desires, and aspirations, and work collaboratively to help you achieve them, ultimately becoming the best version of yourself.
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I want my clients to feel that they are safe and cared for as we work together to find solutions to the situations they face, and to find peace and joy in their relationships. I have experience working with Chronic health issues and medical trauma, as well as helping parents of adult children navigate their relationships and boundaries.
I want my clients to feel that they are safe and cared for as we work together to find solutions to the situations they face, and to find peace and joy in their relationships. I have experience working with Chronic health issues and medical trauma, as well as helping parents of adult children navigate their relationships and boundaries.
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Do you feel stuck, unable to make changes despite your efforts, because of past traumas? Trauma can leave you feeling lost, overwhelmed, and disconnected. You may long to feel safe and connected, but trauma keeps influencing your emotions and reactions, leaving you out of control and frustrated. You have a vision for your relationships and life but struggle to find the way forward. You're ready to take back control, feel grounded and secure, and build the relationships, career, and connections you desire. Most importantly, you're ready to break free from trauma's grip—and I'm here to help you do just that.
Do you feel stuck, unable to make changes despite your efforts, because of past traumas? Trauma can leave you feeling lost, overwhelmed, and disconnected. You may long to feel safe and connected, but trauma keeps influencing your emotions and reactions, leaving you out of control and frustrated. You have a vision for your relationships and life but struggle to find the way forward. You're ready to take back control, feel grounded and secure, and build the relationships, career, and connections you desire. Most importantly, you're ready to break free from trauma's grip—and I'm here to help you do just that.
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Chris is a dually Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas and Texas. specializing in DBT and Gottman Couples Skills as a leader of the Seven Principles that Make a Marriage Work. He has experience working in schools, behavioral hospitals, agencies, and private practice.
Chris is a dually Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas and Texas. specializing in DBT and Gottman Couples Skills as a leader of the Seven Principles that Make a Marriage Work. He has experience working in schools, behavioral hospitals, agencies, and private practice.
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Neurodiversity is more common than you might think. Roughly 15-20% of the world's population experiences neruodivergence; however, there is still not enough support for neurodivergent individuals. Charis is passionate about helping clients with neurodiversity such as ADHD, OCD, sensory needs, and various learning disorders. In addition, she has experience working with clients with anxiety, trauma, sleep disturbances, depression, grief and loss, relational concerns and behavioral issues. Charis enjoys working with adolescents, teens and adults and is trained in EMDR, TheraPlay, DBT, and TF-CBT.
Neurodiversity is more common than you might think. Roughly 15-20% of the world's population experiences neruodivergence; however, there is still not enough support for neurodivergent individuals. Charis is passionate about helping clients with neurodiversity such as ADHD, OCD, sensory needs, and various learning disorders. In addition, she has experience working with clients with anxiety, trauma, sleep disturbances, depression, grief and loss, relational concerns and behavioral issues. Charis enjoys working with adolescents, teens and adults and is trained in EMDR, TheraPlay, DBT, and TF-CBT.
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Katherine Rogers Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72714
Sometimes, in our lives we hold onto unresolved issues from the past, which can resurface in many different forms. Anxiety, sadness, depression, and anger usually have "roots" digging deep into our pasts. Choosing to suppress or push disturbing feelings aside may work for a period of time, but will not resolve the underlying issue. As a result, ineffective, and often destructive coping patterns develop. Talking with me can break this pattern and lead to a more fulfilling life.
Sometimes, in our lives we hold onto unresolved issues from the past, which can resurface in many different forms. Anxiety, sadness, depression, and anger usually have "roots" digging deep into our pasts. Choosing to suppress or push disturbing feelings aside may work for a period of time, but will not resolve the underlying issue. As a result, ineffective, and often destructive coping patterns develop. Talking with me can break this pattern and lead to a more fulfilling life.
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Dr. Stephanie Steele-Wren
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72714
Waitlist for new clients
Currently, I have a waitlist for testing, so please call to be added. We contact those on the list in order whenever there is a rare cancellation. If looking for talk therapy, my wonderful colleagues at my practice usually have more immediate availability! Thanks for stopping by to read my profile and for considering me for your treatment needs. I am very authentic and transparent about who I am in my work. As a Licensed Psychologist, I provide comprehensive evals (i.e. ADHD, Autism) and focus on testing you holistically, not just for the diagnosis suspected- I want you to learn about yourself through the process.
Currently, I have a waitlist for testing, so please call to be added. We contact those on the list in order whenever there is a rare cancellation. If looking for talk therapy, my wonderful colleagues at my practice usually have more immediate availability! Thanks for stopping by to read my profile and for considering me for your treatment needs. I am very authentic and transparent about who I am in my work. As a Licensed Psychologist, I provide comprehensive evals (i.e. ADHD, Autism) and focus on testing you holistically, not just for the diagnosis suspected- I want you to learn about yourself through the process.
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Whitney Ghassani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bella Vista, AR 72714
I believe that we are all equipped with an inner guidance system that pushes us to grow anytime we are out of alignment with our highest selves. Oftentimes, this guidance comes in the form of pain or emotional discomfort. Many of us may identify this pain as depression or anxiety symptoms, feelings of inadequacy, low-self-esteem, grief, anger, fear, or hopelessness. The ways in which we respond to our pain has tremendous implications for future healing and overall quality of life. Action is necessary in order to create change. If you have arrived at this page then you have already begun taking action to improve your circumstances.
I believe that we are all equipped with an inner guidance system that pushes us to grow anytime we are out of alignment with our highest selves. Oftentimes, this guidance comes in the form of pain or emotional discomfort. Many of us may identify this pain as depression or anxiety symptoms, feelings of inadequacy, low-self-esteem, grief, anger, fear, or hopelessness. The ways in which we respond to our pain has tremendous implications for future healing and overall quality of life. Action is necessary in order to create change. If you have arrived at this page then you have already begun taking action to improve your circumstances.
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Vineyard Counseling is a Christian-based, private practice located in Northwest Arkansas that uses clinical theory and techniques to serve clients. If you are hurting from mental health issues such as depression or anxiety; relationship issues such as an affair, conflict, communication issues; or personal issues such as self-worth and purpose, we are here to help you. Our desire is to work with you to find tools, strategies and solutions to create growth and change in your life. We want to provide for you a safe, supportive and a professional environment that fosters a sense of comfortability and trust in therapy.
Vineyard Counseling is a Christian-based, private practice located in Northwest Arkansas that uses clinical theory and techniques to serve clients. If you are hurting from mental health issues such as depression or anxiety; relationship issues such as an affair, conflict, communication issues; or personal issues such as self-worth and purpose, we are here to help you. Our desire is to work with you to find tools, strategies and solutions to create growth and change in your life. We want to provide for you a safe, supportive and a professional environment that fosters a sense of comfortability and trust in therapy.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer benefit plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
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