Somatic Therapists in Little Rock, AR

I deeply value supporting you through your own unique healing process. I work primarily with adults experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or distress associated with trauma or accumulated life events.

Having been around the world, I know two things to be true: human suffering knows no culture or class, and the need for connection is universal. We are not meant to do life alone, and times of struggle can be such painful illustrations of that. By the time you seek out therapy, you have probably been at this for some time, white-knuckling the steering wheel of life, and adapting in the only ways you know. When you doubt your strength, know the courage it took to get here is not lost on me.

Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start. - Nido Qubein . Ready to stop breaking down and start breaking through? Cultivating Curiosity, Courage, and Compassion are the keys to unlocking your own Inner Healing Wisdom: That small, still voice within that waits to guide you towards a life of Passion, Pleasure, & Purpose. Insight allows us to let go of old patterns and limiting stories, and surf the emotional waves that once overwhelmed us. 9 years Mindfulness & Yoga Teacher (RYT), 9 years as Psychotherapist (LCSW). LGBTQ+ and Poly-Welcoming, BA Philosophy & Religious Studies

Josh has experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. He is well versed in grief therapy, PTSD, anxiety and depression, issues pertaining to suicide, issues pertaining to the LGBTQ+ community, somatic interventions for CPTSD, and intersystem work. 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

Life is full of twists and turns that can leave us feeling unsure of the path ahead and sometimes even unsure of who we are. Are you feeling anxious, down, or just not like yourself lately? Perhaps painful memories weigh heavy on your mind and heart. Whether you are feeling stuck, in crisis or preparing for a change, I am here to provide a safe, supportive space for you to better understand yourself and your path forward, to increase your capacity to navigate difficult life events, overcome fear and anxiety, heal from past trauma wounds— and ultimately experience more meaning and fulfillment in your life.

Overwhelming anxiety, depression, insomnia or unbalanced ? I invite you to take a journey, learn how to befriend your body. I utilize a Neuroaffective Relational Model (NARM) approach. The model targets: •affect regulation •attachment •attunement •interpersonal/social connection • body regulation. The model is "resource orientated", meaning towards your strengths and potentials, rather than problems and conflicts. The emphasis is on collaboration. Research supports this treatment as effective with the following populations: Autism Spectrum Sensory Processing Developmental Trauma Complex Trauma

I'm passionate about working with women to reestablish a sense of worth and wholeness, create a safe space for healing, explore effective interventions, and build a balanced, authentic, inspired life. I use an eclectic approach that includes brain-based science, well-researched therapeutic techniques, somatic interventions, inner child work, body awareness, and a deep commitment to compassionate listening and nonjudgement.

I am passionate about working with individuals who are struggling with symptoms resulting from any type of overwhelming experience or trauma, especially early life trauma and neglect. Through my years of practice, I have seen that it's often true that, while people can experience great healing with talk therapy alone, it doesn't always feel like enough. Over the last 12 years, this has led me to pursue more specialized training in trauma-centered interventions, including Somatic Experiencing and clinical neurofeedback.

Let's face it, life events shape our present, and contribute to a loss of connection to ourselves, family, others, and the world. A recovered sense-of-self is essential for empowerment to face these issues. And, because this disconnect initially occurs in earliest childhood, traditional "talk" therapy alone is an insufficient approach. I am a therapist shaped by a myriad of life roles and events. I intentionally sought a PhD in clinical psychology with a specialization in "somatic psychology" to underscore my own therapeutic experience. Somatic psychology studies how the "body" informs and provides clues to our emotional responses linked to childhood.

I specialize in treating individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Many times trauma/stress/distress result in individuals coping and managing alone and I believe the healing work begins when individuals are able to find trusted others to do the work with. I cultivate a safe environment for healing , while being compassionate, understanding, curious, and non-judgmental.

I work with clients who are currently facing major life changes or who have trauma from experiences in their past that are affecting their day to day lives. I am a widow and a single mom, and having walked through hell myself now hold space for others doing the same. The purpose of therapy is to help your nervous system to calm down so that you can move out of the ups and downs of depression and anxiety and into a calmer, more empowered way of living.

Now Accepting Searcy & Telehealth Clients! Do you find yourself feeling everything or nothing at all? Being “all-in” relationships or baracaded against vulnerability? When hurts happen we find ways to survive, but we are meant for much more than survival. Many people with chronic traumatic stress struggle with embracing connection & self-compassion. It can be overwhelming to navigate the effects of trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, relationships with food, spiritual deconstruction/transition, and shame alone. Allow me to be your guide and advocate by supporting you to embody safety while facing past, present, and future adversity.

Restart, renew and refresh your outlook. I'd like to assist you with regaining or finally establishing control over your life through building effective coping skills that help with addressing current and past stressors. My approach will help you to reduce troublesome mental health symptoms by developing a better self-image, exploring healthier life choices, instilling hope and using appropriate coping mechanisms to reach your goals. I can support you in regaining your life from trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, along with building and maintaining happy, healthy relationships with others and yourself.

Immediate Openings Available. Healing has its greatest chance of success when paired with a strong, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. If you prefer the spaciousness of a session to allow for deeper internal exploration and understanding within the safety of your own pace, then I would be honored to hold that space for you. Support is vital towards change and healing and your therapist should be an important part of that. My approach is collaborative, which means I walk alongside you in your therapeutic journey and follow the natural curiosity of us both to find the path of healing that works for you.

No, you shouldn't be "over it" even though people like to tell you that. Time does NOT heal all wounds and healing often does not happen in a one-time event. Past painful events or old injustices have a way of keeping us stuck. Our childhood experiences shape our bodies and minds and set the stage for how we relate to others and ourselves. The good news is that we can heal, change, grow, reorganize, and recover physiologically through healing our nervous systems. Trauma not only affects the mind but also the body which is why somatic therapy acknowledges the vital role of the body in recovering from traumatic experiences.

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I collaborate with clients so they can engage in self-exploration and practice skills grounded in their personal values. As a queer nonbinary, fat therapist, I believe in addressing intersecting identities and building a compassionate relationship that centers the client's distinct needs. I specialize in relationship and sex therapy and especially enjoy working with individuals, couples, and polycules navigating changes in identity and sexual health. I have experience working with the impact of medical trauma and chronic illness on sexuality and with exploration of sexual and gender identity.

I believe no one should journey alone and am highly honored and privileged to walk into hard places and difficulties alongside people. I have a passion to help people regain a sense of hope, healing, connection, and attachment, and to find personal tools, skills, beliefs, and confidence to help them tackle whatever life challenges may be faced. I have a heart and a lot of experience working with anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, self esteem/self image issues, stress management, relational difficulties, and non complex trauma. I also have a special heart for infertility and adoption issues.

I'm glad you're reaching out to get the help you need right now. It can be difficult to find a new therapist in the best of times, but it really can be an empowering process for you. I am invested in helping you live the life you really want, the way you really want to live it. I offer video as well as face-to-face sessions. My approach blends clinical experience with natural compassion, humor, and insight. I am interactive in sessions, using a holistic approach with techniques from attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and somatic/trauma-focused therapy.

Through cognitive, somatic and spiritual methods I seek to help my clients see, feel and then embody their healthiest and happiest version of Self. I believe knowledge is power so I use research-based modalities & time-tested wisdom. I take a team approach to therapy, working WITH my clients and teaching them to work with themselves. I am a certified Holistic Sex Therapist, certified Couples Institute therapist, Yoga Instructor, & pull mostly from Jungian Psychology, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness-based stress reduction, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Schema Therapy.