Eclectic Therapists in Springdale, AR

Life can be rough at times. As we age into adulthood; burdens, chores, and responsibilities grow and may become overwhelming if we don’t manage our own self-care and coping skills. Many individuals are weighed down with too many responsibilities and heavy experiences too early in life, which has not allowed a chance to know who you really are or what direction you see for yourself. It may even have set you on a course quite far from where you’d actually like to be. In this darkness, I believe it can be a reminder of where our light can be.

Feeling sad, overwhelmed, frustrated, or anxious? At times the challenges of life can be overwhelming and we can struggle to cope. This is when a compassionate and competent therapist can make a difference. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, dealing with anger management, trying to save a relationship, discovering your sexual or gender identity, or just need someone to assist you through some of life's transitions. I want you to know there is someone who cares and wants to help. No matter how long or how much you have been struggling, I believe there is hope and change is possible.

I am dedicated to helping individuals who are living with anxiety, stress, depression, loss, trauma, mood disorders, relationship and family issues, life transitions, difficulties understanding and controlling emotions, and other challenges. Clients I serve often require guidance in navigating life's numerous obstacles, as well as coping techniques, support, connection, empathy, accountability, authenticity, and personalized care. I serve those who want to expand their awareness of themselves and their emotions, to become their true selves and one with their emotions - living a more harmonious and authentic lifestyle.

Life can be hard to navigate at any stage. Decisions and choices big and small determine the direction that our lives go. Pressure from family, friends, social media, as well as the environment can make decisions and choices harder. It can be confusing and overwhelming- and I'm here to help!

Are you tired of feeling this way yet?! Anxious, unhappy, edgy, unsatisfied...maybe alone. Have you not been yourself and you can't stand it anymore. Fighting with your partner constantly, the kids are starting to notice, and you aren't spending enough time taking care of yourself. Your relationships are suffering. Please don't wait until things get even worse. Like a car, a therapy "tune up" will get you back on track before the engine blows! If you are tired of how things are going and committed to improvement, it's time to do something.

I am always eager to learn and willing to explore new interventions and modalities to best serve my clients. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and elders focusing on issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, social emotional skills, disruptive behaviors, stressors related to stages of life, and trauma.

I have been in private practice in Fayetteville, AR since 1989. My focus is on working with adults who are dealing with various life issues ranging from personal to professional relationships. I am very interested in looking at how family of origin issues as well as issues regarding past trauma, gender and racial identity, etc. impact your decisions and day to day life. Anxiety, depression and relationship issues are typical causes for calling my office.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor I provide a safe place to help you find your own solutions, exploring your strengths, beliefs, skills and experiences. I am also a Registered Play Therapist and Board Certified Art Therapist, we talk and sometimes use art in helping you express your feelings, memories and heal. Play and art are very helpful with children since play is the natural language of the child. I work with all ages in groups, families or individuals. Insurance and Crime Victims Reparations are accepted. Some issues might be, anxiety, adjustment disorder, Post-Traumatic-Stress Disorder, grief, anger and stress.

I would love to talk with you and together discover your full potential and purpose in life. Sometimes that means looking back from where you are now to discover the barriers standing in your way. From personal experience, I believe it is never too late to discover a better way to do life. Joining you in your personal journey in discovering this joy and purpose, would be an honor. I believe that my life experience adds to my training as a counselor to help me be empathic and understanding of clients.

You are in the world and world is in you. Have you ever looked at a rose plant and really thought about all it takes to produce those beautiful fragrant blossoms? Or watched a perfect alley-oop slam dunk by a professional basketball player and wondered how that kind of skill comes about? To answer those questions one needs to examine all the relevant contributing factors. Similarly, to understand your unique situation, one needs to adopt a comprehensive, ecological model to create/access effective change points. You, the rose and the slam dunk are all part of vast complex systems.

In person therapy and Zoom Telehealth with Arkansas, Missouri and Florida residents. You will do better in work, life, and relationships when you are acting in accord with who you truly are, versus trying to be someone you are not.” Dr. Henry Cloud. Whether you are dealing with relationship, financial, health, parenting, grief, work, abuse, or spiritual issues, depression and anxiety often come along for the journey. I would be honored to walk alongside you and listen. I will be encouraging and supportive of the goals that you choose for therapy. Together we can develop a plan that promotes health in all areas of your life.

I love working with adolescents and adults to guide them through life's difficulties to live a more fulfilling life. I provide individual, family, and couples counseling in a comfortable and private setting. I received my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Social Work from the University of Arkansas, and have been practicing for 18 years. I utilize a variety of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Systems Approach, coping and relaxation skills, Mindfulness, and Self-Care. My primary focus is on adults and adolescents coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to life's changes, and seeking overall personal growth.

I'm an experienced therapist including twenty years with University of Arkansas. I specialize in working with adults and college students. I see individuals, couples, and families dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, crises of all kinds, self-esteem problems, and sexual dysfunction. I am solution focused and will do my best to help you feel comfortable. My philosophy is that most everyone can use counseling at some point in their lives and that it is often the stronger person who seeks help. I offer a free initial consultation. Most insurance accepted.

I believe in a collaborative approach to psychotherapy focusing on clients' current needs and goals. Together we work to solve troublesome situational or long-standing problems leading to living one's best life now. Using client-centered methods, we begin with each individual's unique point of view to address a range of problems such as depression/anxiety, life crisis/life stage, relationships, parenting, trauma resolution/post trauma (PTSD) and provide understanding. Relationship issues are often at the heart of the matter and the opportunity is provided here to focus and improve upon them in a safe and confidential setting.

My goal as a psychotherapist is to empower individuals to increase self awareness, explore identity, emotion and insight, and identify and navigate opportunities, resources and barriers along their path. I specialize in treating clients experiencing adjustment and transitional issues related to life events: anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, identity exploration and others. My ideal clients are young to middle aged adults who are ready to explore these issues and reach their goals for change, while becoming the person they want to be in the present and long-term. You bring the content and I’ll guide the interventions.

(Full for the months of July and August. Please email to inquire about an appointment) As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide counseling for adults (18 and older), with expertise in the treatment of stress and anxiety. If you are feeling depressed, having frequent worry, losing sleep at night due to work or personal stress or just not feeling like yourself, having a supportive and kind counselor can help.

Overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or sadness? Have you experienced some recent changes (new baby, career, move, relationship) that have thrown you for a loop? Many people experience anxiety, depression, or grief, but some have difficultly trying to manage these feelings. If you are feeling stuck, let me help you explore how to make positive changes in your life by learning simple techniques and tools to help you find some inner peace and find joy in life again. You don’t have to figure it out on your own!

Today, more than ever, we all face changes and challenges on a daily basis. Coping with life stressors, healing from trauma, processing grief & loss, and learning to accept & embrace our unique selves are among the many topics I often address with clients.

I help clients find a greater sense of themselves by helping them to become more aware of their own human nature. I aim to empower clients to become clear about their goals and how to achieve them. Clients can hope to gain greater understanding and respect for their own inner ability to find resolution. In counseling, people feel supported while working through real and perceived barriers at their own pace. I believe each of us has the wisdom we seek within ourselves; the key is to access that wisdom and to believe in it.