EMDR Therapists in Benton, AR
Dr. Jj LaMaster
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, DCC, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Benton, AR 72019 (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR and use a client centered approach to therapy.
Do you find it difficult to handle your emotions? You've taken the first step towards healing, let me guide you through the others in a safe and relaxing environment. Together, we will process what is holding you back and I will assist you in learning how to enjoy life again. We are a team in this journey. I offer technology assisted sessions so you can experience therapy in YOUR environment, which prompts more healing!
I am trained in EMDR and use a client centered approach to therapy.
Do you find it difficult to handle your emotions? You've taken the first step towards healing, let me guide you through the others in a safe and relaxing environment. Together, we will process what is holding you back and I will assist you in learning how to enjoy life again. We are a team in this journey. I offer technology assisted sessions so you can experience therapy in YOUR environment, which prompts more healing!
I am certified, a Consultant, and a new Trainer in EMDR.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2002. I have been nationally certified since 2004. I am EMDR certified, EMDRIA approved Consultant, and EMDR Trainer. I use a trauma-focused approach to treatment because it is a very holistic approach to care (body, mind, and emotional reactions to stress). I prefer to work with adolescents and adults in therapy services. I also offer consultation services for therapists and other mental health providers. I received my credential to be an EMDR trainier on 9/12/2023 and offer both online and in-person trainings.
I am certified, a Consultant, and a new Trainer in EMDR.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2002. I have been nationally certified since 2004. I am EMDR certified, EMDRIA approved Consultant, and EMDR Trainer. I use a trauma-focused approach to treatment because it is a very holistic approach to care (body, mind, and emotional reactions to stress). I prefer to work with adolescents and adults in therapy services. I also offer consultation services for therapists and other mental health providers. I received my credential to be an EMDR trainier on 9/12/2023 and offer both online and in-person trainings.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as Certified EMDR Therapist, Targeting Trauma & PTSD.
Successful people want to learn, grow, and be their best, but sometimes life stuff gets in the way. My focus is to help you to create additional choices and new patterns of behavior with a heavy focus on purpose, hope, and developing a deep sense of self. If you are one of these people, whether you need support with major life events or just day to day issues, give me a call or send me an email.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as Certified EMDR Therapist, Targeting Trauma & PTSD.
Successful people want to learn, grow, and be their best, but sometimes life stuff gets in the way. My focus is to help you to create additional choices and new patterns of behavior with a heavy focus on purpose, hope, and developing a deep sense of self. If you are one of these people, whether you need support with major life events or just day to day issues, give me a call or send me an email.
Kellee McCoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Benton, AR 72019
As an EMDR-trained counselor and Gottman Certified marriage therapist, my specialties include anxiety, depression, high-conflict couples, blended family issues, premarital counseling, single parenting issues, affair recovery, sex/intimacy issues, codependency, anger management, PTSD, trauma resolution, and issues dealing with spirituality.
Are you Stuck? Maybe your professional life is thriving, but your relationships are a mess. Maybe it's the other way around. I welcome your rough edges, embarrassing mistakes, relationship drama, or shameful experiences. I am passionate about helping people get unstuck. Whether it's a relationship issue, a personal hangup, grief and loss, professional burnout, or difficulty overcoming a traumatic experience, together, we will take some significant steps toward you feeling better and toward your life goals.
As an EMDR-trained counselor and Gottman Certified marriage therapist, my specialties include anxiety, depression, high-conflict couples, blended family issues, premarital counseling, single parenting issues, affair recovery, sex/intimacy issues, codependency, anger management, PTSD, trauma resolution, and issues dealing with spirituality.
Are you Stuck? Maybe your professional life is thriving, but your relationships are a mess. Maybe it's the other way around. I welcome your rough edges, embarrassing mistakes, relationship drama, or shameful experiences. I am passionate about helping people get unstuck. Whether it's a relationship issue, a personal hangup, grief and loss, professional burnout, or difficulty overcoming a traumatic experience, together, we will take some significant steps toward you feeling better and toward your life goals.
My practice specializes in using a combination of solution focused, strengths based, client-directed, emdr, cognitive processing and cognitive behavioral techniques in a recovery focused manner; practicing motivational interviewing with an emphasis on partnering with you in order to facilitate your intrinsic motivation for change.
“Recovery Is Possible” As a Licensed Certified Social Worker, my goal is to work in a partnership with individuals to assist them in recognizing their own strengths, self-worth, and resilience to promote growth and positive changes. I work to empower individuals to confidently utilize their abilities to improve the quality of life and experience healing from stressors or crises. I have 25+ years of therapy experience (including: individual, family/couples, and group therapy) addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges for children, teenagers, young adults, adults, and geriatric populations.
My practice specializes in using a combination of solution focused, strengths based, client-directed, emdr, cognitive processing and cognitive behavioral techniques in a recovery focused manner; practicing motivational interviewing with an emphasis on partnering with you in order to facilitate your intrinsic motivation for change.
“Recovery Is Possible” As a Licensed Certified Social Worker, my goal is to work in a partnership with individuals to assist them in recognizing their own strengths, self-worth, and resilience to promote growth and positive changes. I work to empower individuals to confidently utilize their abilities to improve the quality of life and experience healing from stressors or crises. I have 25+ years of therapy experience (including: individual, family/couples, and group therapy) addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges for children, teenagers, young adults, adults, and geriatric populations.
We all have times that events take a toll on us mentally and emotionally. In some aspect we may try to push them down or avoid the existence of the issue. Maybe we have associations of weakness or feelings of inadequacy if we acknowledge those feelings or issues. I’m an LPC, CFRC with 12 years previous experience as an EMT and Volunteer Firefighter. I am EMDR level 1 & 2 trained for trauma and PTSD therapy. Beyond responder therapy, I have experience with sexual abuse, codependency work, healing the inner child, and promoting your own self-worth.
We all have times that events take a toll on us mentally and emotionally. In some aspect we may try to push them down or avoid the existence of the issue. Maybe we have associations of weakness or feelings of inadequacy if we acknowledge those feelings or issues. I’m an LPC, CFRC with 12 years previous experience as an EMT and Volunteer Firefighter. I am EMDR level 1 & 2 trained for trauma and PTSD therapy. Beyond responder therapy, I have experience with sexual abuse, codependency work, healing the inner child, and promoting your own self-worth.
Are you or your child struggling with the burdens associated with trauma such as depression, anxiety, dysfunctional relationships or behavioral difficulties. Are you constantly afraid of your future because of your past? Are you trying your best as a parent, employee, partner or woman but still feel like a a failure. Are their times you hear your self say “ I hate my body?” Do you feel unseen or misunderstood by others in your life?
Are you or your child struggling with the burdens associated with trauma such as depression, anxiety, dysfunctional relationships or behavioral difficulties. Are you constantly afraid of your future because of your past? Are you trying your best as a parent, employee, partner or woman but still feel like a a failure. Are their times you hear your self say “ I hate my body?” Do you feel unseen or misunderstood by others in your life?
LaQuita Norris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM, CCTP, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Benton, AR 72015
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with depression, have unaddressed trauma, or are you anxious all the time? Are you seeing a pattern of unhealthy relationships in your life and would like to change that? Are you struggling with your identity or feel like an imposter? Do you feel like your life is spiraling out of control and want to see things get back on track? I'm the owner of Gateway Family Therapy Services and I specialize in helping individuals and couples find the gateway to healing, wholeness, and happiness.
Are you struggling with depression, have unaddressed trauma, or are you anxious all the time? Are you seeing a pattern of unhealthy relationships in your life and would like to change that? Are you struggling with your identity or feel like an imposter? Do you feel like your life is spiraling out of control and want to see things get back on track? I'm the owner of Gateway Family Therapy Services and I specialize in helping individuals and couples find the gateway to healing, wholeness, and happiness.
Angie Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS MFT, LPC, LMFT, CSAT-c, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Benton, AR 72019
Infidelity, sex addiction, communication struggles, and other relationships issues can wreak havoc with a couple, as well as individuals. I can help by providing support through individual, couple, and family sessions. I am a Certified Sexual Addictions Therapist (CSAT) candidate and work on treating the root causes of relationship issues, including addiction and trauma. Whether you are looking for healing, recovery, rebuilding, improvement, or support for you, your partner, or your family, we will work together to achieve your goals. I will meet you where you are on your journey as we work through your struggles together.
Infidelity, sex addiction, communication struggles, and other relationships issues can wreak havoc with a couple, as well as individuals. I can help by providing support through individual, couple, and family sessions. I am a Certified Sexual Addictions Therapist (CSAT) candidate and work on treating the root causes of relationship issues, including addiction and trauma. Whether you are looking for healing, recovery, rebuilding, improvement, or support for you, your partner, or your family, we will work together to achieve your goals. I will meet you where you are on your journey as we work through your struggles together.
Shannon J Gachot-Ridgley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Benton, AR 72015
If you are looking at this page you are taking the first brave step toward help. Distress is not a choice, but getting help is. I believe that therapy is about change, hope and reconnection. Often times devastation of betrayal, abandonment, divorce, disease, or death can change you instantly. Your struggle is part of your story and I want to hear it. Perhaps anger, depression and anxiety are constant companions. Sometimes others only see what we allow them to see and that is just the tip of the iceberg, the real pain and emotions are below the surface. Past trauma or current stressful life situations can make us feel stuck.
If you are looking at this page you are taking the first brave step toward help. Distress is not a choice, but getting help is. I believe that therapy is about change, hope and reconnection. Often times devastation of betrayal, abandonment, divorce, disease, or death can change you instantly. Your struggle is part of your story and I want to hear it. Perhaps anger, depression and anxiety are constant companions. Sometimes others only see what we allow them to see and that is just the tip of the iceberg, the real pain and emotions are below the surface. Past trauma or current stressful life situations can make us feel stuck.
Mental health challenges affect us all and I firmly believe that access to help shouldn't be a barrier. Whether you have childhood trauma, relationship issues, struggle with anxiety or depression (postpartum or not), or simply need a listening ear or sounding board to help you through a difficult time, I'm trained to assist with a myriad of daily and long-term issues. I work well with youth and adults and take most major insurances, including Medicaid, to ensure access to affordable, effective care for all. I also actively seek out trainings to hone my skills often to better serve you!
Mental health challenges affect us all and I firmly believe that access to help shouldn't be a barrier. Whether you have childhood trauma, relationship issues, struggle with anxiety or depression (postpartum or not), or simply need a listening ear or sounding board to help you through a difficult time, I'm trained to assist with a myriad of daily and long-term issues. I work well with youth and adults and take most major insurances, including Medicaid, to ensure access to affordable, effective care for all. I also actively seek out trainings to hone my skills often to better serve you!
I’ve had the privilege of providing services to a diverse population. My goal is to leverage my decades of experience (as military leader, a musician, a educator, a community liaison, working with veterans, and working with trauma survivors) and knowledge in social work to provide service as a therapist, interventionist, educator, and public speaker to our communities.
I’ve had the privilege of providing services to a diverse population. My goal is to leverage my decades of experience (as military leader, a musician, a educator, a community liaison, working with veterans, and working with trauma survivors) and knowledge in social work to provide service as a therapist, interventionist, educator, and public speaker to our communities.
I am Nicki S. Kinley, and I am passionate about shining the light of hope and healing to my community! God has called me to be a catalyst of support to children, adults, families, and couples as they work to bring about healing and restoration in their lives. I have been in clinical practice for more than 17 years, where I have specialized in behavior modification, cognitive reframing, and building skills in my clients to help them reach their full potential.
I am Nicki S. Kinley, and I am passionate about shining the light of hope and healing to my community! God has called me to be a catalyst of support to children, adults, families, and couples as they work to bring about healing and restoration in their lives. I have been in clinical practice for more than 17 years, where I have specialized in behavior modification, cognitive reframing, and building skills in my clients to help them reach their full potential.
I am so glad you made it to this step in deciding to start your own personal counseling journey! I am passionate about teaching adults and children that being in our emotions, feeling our emotions and understanding our emotions is okay and important for us to do. I also strive to help people understand that therapy is not only for the “sick” but also for the healthy. I understand it is hard to decide to make an appointment. However, by making that decision now, we can join together in a safe space and talk openly about your source of pain, your struggles, and challenges.
I am so glad you made it to this step in deciding to start your own personal counseling journey! I am passionate about teaching adults and children that being in our emotions, feeling our emotions and understanding our emotions is okay and important for us to do. I also strive to help people understand that therapy is not only for the “sick” but also for the healthy. I understand it is hard to decide to make an appointment. However, by making that decision now, we can join together in a safe space and talk openly about your source of pain, your struggles, and challenges.
Jennifer L Embry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDRCT, PLLC
Verified Verified
Benton, AR 72015
Life can be hard; there are times when we all need a little help with life’s problems and challenges. Taking the step to see a therapist can be like opening a new door. I have a deep respect for the individual human spirit and a true belief in the therapeutic relationship as a means of creating change. I simply want to help anyone who wants to be helped.
Life can be hard; there are times when we all need a little help with life’s problems and challenges. Taking the step to see a therapist can be like opening a new door. I have a deep respect for the individual human spirit and a true belief in the therapeutic relationship as a means of creating change. I simply want to help anyone who wants to be helped.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in helping adults of all ages. Life is often full of challenges throughout life. During those times a person often experiences a Crisis of Hope. I believe it is during those times of hopelessness there is an opportunity for growth and healing. Through a confidential and collaborative counseling process, you are capable of positive change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in helping adults of all ages. Life is often full of challenges throughout life. During those times a person often experiences a Crisis of Hope. I believe it is during those times of hopelessness there is an opportunity for growth and healing. Through a confidential and collaborative counseling process, you are capable of positive change.
Leslie J. Chesshir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, LMT
Verified Verified
Benton, AR 72015
Not accepting new clients
I have 800+ hours in education and consultation in the following modalities: Certified EMDR therapist and Approved Consultant for EMDRIA; Advanced training and consultation in Ego State Therapy and IFS informed; Somatic Experiencing Practitioner; Safe and Sound Protocol Certified/Polyvagal Therapy; HAES aligned provider.
Thank You for your interest in my practice and taking the first step to healing and wellness. I specialize in assisting others with healing from the effects of Trauma and Eating Disorders while honoring the mind/body connection that is essential for recovery. I believe that each individual, family, and community can heal from trauma, and other associated issues, to reach our full potential and live a valued, meaningful life. Visit my website at: risinglotustherapyar.com for more information.
I have 800+ hours in education and consultation in the following modalities: Certified EMDR therapist and Approved Consultant for EMDRIA; Advanced training and consultation in Ego State Therapy and IFS informed; Somatic Experiencing Practitioner; Safe and Sound Protocol Certified/Polyvagal Therapy; HAES aligned provider.
Thank You for your interest in my practice and taking the first step to healing and wellness. I specialize in assisting others with healing from the effects of Trauma and Eating Disorders while honoring the mind/body connection that is essential for recovery. I believe that each individual, family, and community can heal from trauma, and other associated issues, to reach our full potential and live a valued, meaningful life. Visit my website at: risinglotustherapyar.com for more information.
Savanna Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, SEP, EMDR II, C-IAYT
Verified Verified
Benton, AR 72015
Not accepting new clients
EMDR, IFS Level 1, hypnotherapy, yoga therapy, 200+ hrs in developmental trauma healing, & 225+ hrs as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner), my focus is on tailoring your sessions to best meet YOUR needs, with a focus on integrating mind and body to you find deep, lasting healing.
***WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS TO OUR WAITLIST ONLY*** Your story is unique, and you deserve a therapist who will honor your experience. You’ve likely had painful, tough experiences, and you've probably tried to forget them. But no matter how hard you try, they keeps coming back up- in your brain, in your body, in your relationships. Hard things will be thrown our way, that's a fact of life, but what has happened doesn’t have to weigh you down any longer. Part of being human is having struggles, but part of being human is overcoming those struggles and finding joy and freedom again. I want to help YOU find that freedom!
EMDR, IFS Level 1, hypnotherapy, yoga therapy, 200+ hrs in developmental trauma healing, & 225+ hrs as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner), my focus is on tailoring your sessions to best meet YOUR needs, with a focus on integrating mind and body to you find deep, lasting healing.
***WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS TO OUR WAITLIST ONLY*** Your story is unique, and you deserve a therapist who will honor your experience. You’ve likely had painful, tough experiences, and you've probably tried to forget them. But no matter how hard you try, they keeps coming back up- in your brain, in your body, in your relationships. Hard things will be thrown our way, that's a fact of life, but what has happened doesn’t have to weigh you down any longer. Part of being human is having struggles, but part of being human is overcoming those struggles and finding joy and freedom again. I want to help YOU find that freedom!
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I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
All of us, at one time or another, need a little guidance in navigating life. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, addiction, stress, and everyday life issues. Ships don't sink because of the water around them; ships sink because of the water that gets in them. Don't let what's happening around you get inside you and weigh you down. -Unknown
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
All of us, at one time or another, need a little guidance in navigating life. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, addiction, stress, and everyday life issues. Ships don't sink because of the water around them; ships sink because of the water that gets in them. Don't let what's happening around you get inside you and weigh you down. -Unknown
My approach is based on evidence-based counseling methods (Person Centered, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR) which means they've been proven effective by reliable research.
Having a broad range of experience as a counselor means I’m competent in treating a wide variety of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, and traumatic stress. I’m passionate about developing relationships with my clients and working with them to find practical skills and new ways of thinking that fit their lifestyle and are useful in helping them get where they want to be in life!
My approach is based on evidence-based counseling methods (Person Centered, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR) which means they've been proven effective by reliable research.
Having a broad range of experience as a counselor means I’m competent in treating a wide variety of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, and traumatic stress. I’m passionate about developing relationships with my clients and working with them to find practical skills and new ways of thinking that fit their lifestyle and are useful in helping them get where they want to be in life!
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EMDR Therapists
Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.