In Person Therapists in North Little Rock, AR

Ellen Moncrief is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address mental health challenges and improve their quality of life. Ellen specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Ellen completed her Master of Counseling Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. Her professional experience in community mental health has enabled her to provide guidance and support to diverse populations and different mental health issues.

Mental Health is Real. I believe in the importance of creating a safe space that empower clients to cultivate a new normal. Choosing the right therapist can be difficult, yet it makes a big difference in treatment. For 5 years, I have been a counseling in mental health field treating a variety of issues. In my practice, I believe every person is unique despite their sexuality, race, gender, or economic background. I am a holistic, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who uses an integrative approach to help my clients achieve long-term success.

I am a licensed therapist who works most often with trauma and addiction.

Jenny Duke is a LPC specializing in trauma focused methods such as Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TFCBT). With 10 years of experience in working in the field of trauma. Jenny also offers couples counseling and practices the Gottman method of addressing marriage and relationship issues. Jenny is happy to help you find a path to healing. If you have a desire to improve relationships or are looking for tools to cope with grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression you are invited to call or email today.

In life, we typically feel happiest when things are going exactly as we expect. Unfortunately, life and relationships rarely play out this way; leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and powerless to meet our everyday challenges. Making sense of and working through these stuck places can help rekindle love, intimacy, and a deeper connection within ourselves and with the others in our lives, leading to living more authentically. Stuck places might also look like divorce, grief or loss. I work collaboratively with individuals to help them gain the self-knowledge and skills to live less stressful and more fulfilling lives.

Hey there! I'm on a mission to make happiness a reality for all ages. whether you're a teen tackling adolescence, an adult navigating life's challenges, or a couple seeking a stronger bond. My passion is supporting individuals through depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I've noticed that, regardless of size, trauma often underlies various challenges. My ultimate goal is to guide you toward long-lasting happiness. I've seen the transformative power of healing, and I'm committed to creating a space that's supportive, non-judgmental, and comfortable. Let's work together to unlock the happiness you deserve!

Life has challenging moments and obstacles and having someone to work with you on your journey can help make the impossible become possible. Are you looking to heal and build a better path? Do past events or daily stressors overwhelm you? Do you feel like you've attempted to make change or work through your emotional pain but nothing seems to be working? Often it can be frustrating when you've feel that you have exhausted your options to building a better path.

Our journey through life is not always easy. You may feel alone, depressed, frustrated, worried, angry, or perhaps a recent or past trauma has left you feeling vulnerable. Life is far too short to be unhappy. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families move forward into the life they want to live.

I have found that at the heart of what I do is connection: connecting with clients so that they feel seen and heard, helping children and parents reconnect when challenging behaviors and emotions get in the way, helping individuals explore and connect with parts of themselves to help them move past their struggles and thrive. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, behavioral and emotional difficulties with your child, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, trauma and chronic stress, stress management or other phase of life issues, I am here to help.

Skip Hoggard is a highly-skilled eating disorder and trauma therapist with 20 years of experience working with adults and older adolescents (16+). Skip’s therapeutic approach with clients experiencing anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder involves taking a holistic view of health encompassing the body, mind, and emotions. Integrating all aspects of an individual’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and improving flexibility are essential to finding lasting recovery.

I am eager to work with persons who are experiencing distressing feelings/thoughts and/or feeling “stuck” in self-limiting behavior patterns that are nudged by an “inner call” to try something different.

As a clinical psychologist in central Arkansas for over 20 years, my passion is providing evidence-based cognitive and behavioral therapies to promote real, lasting change. My desire is to help adults, teens, and children develop the skills needed to feel better and live happier lives. I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar, trauma and stress disorders as well as ADHD and other child and adolescent behavior problems.

As a dedicated clinical social worker, I specialize in providing compassionate care and comprehensive support to individuals grappling with depression, anxiety, and the aftermath of domestic violence. With a Master’s degree in Social Work and specialized training in trauma-informed care, I have devoted over a decade to helping survivors rebuild their lives with resilience and dignity. My approach is holistic, integrating evidence-based therapies and personalized wellness plans to empower my clients. I collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to ensure a continuum of care, advocating for my clients’ wellbeing.

My role is to simply hold space for you. Create a safe environment and assist you in making sense of your story. The goal is to find balance between "what to hold on to" and "what to let go of". The evidenced based treatment approaches I use, assist with identifying and exploring underlying factors that continue to cause unwarranted anxiety, trauma, and depression. I am a certified Trust Based Relational Practitioner (TBRI), an attachment-based trauma informed interventionist, the focus is on meeting the complex needs of the vulnerable. It would be an honor to work with you.

UPDATE: If you call, it is likely I'll be in a session with a client, so please leave a message and I will get back to you that day. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), and I am accepting new clients in-person and by telehealth at Central Arkansas Testing & Therapy Center. I currently accept most insurances and self pay clients using cash, check, HSA/FSA card or credit card. I work with adults 18+ who struggle with every day stressors, anxiety, depression, Adult ADHD, PTSD, working on long-term goals to ensure you are living the best life possible. Call today to for a session that fits your busy schedule.

Shame is a minefield. It can steal our joy, kill our belief that we're worthy of healthy relationships and destroy who we see in the mirror. I've fought those battles in my own life and I know how easily they can leave you feeling hopeless, stuck, and resigned to destructive patterns. Together, we'll tackle the lies that life's traumatic moments have used to shape your story. We'll dig through the depression and reclaim your identity. We'll stand together against the anxiety and craft a plan for forward motion. Most importantly, we'll find hope that the change you need is possible.

Are you or your child struggling with depression, making relationships work, or worrying all the time? Do you feel like an imposter despite your accomplishments? Are you trying your best as a parent but you still feel like a failure? Do you feel unheard or unseen by others in your life? Do you have a child struggling with bullying, anxiety or behavioral problems?

The journey of healing can be a daunting path, I strive to provide a safe and authentic environment in which I can walk alongside you as you explore your own story, and through it, find yourself. I graduated from John Brown University in 2018 with a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Play Therapy. I have extensive training in trauma informed care, attachment based interventions, experiential play therapy, child centered play, Adlerian play and has completed level 1 theraplay training.

I am a seasoned therapist who will meet you right where you are with compassion and acceptance. Whatever you may be struggling with, I will work collaboratively with you to help you find hope and healing. My goal is to create a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel fully seen, fully understood, and supported as you do the sometimes difficult work that leads to personal growth and healing.