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I always work with a servant's heart to embrace the uniqueness of each person and the challenges they face. “It is not the mountai...
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I always work with a servant's heart to embrace the uniqueness of each person and the challenges they face. “It is not the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out, it is the pebble in your shoe."
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience supporting children, adults, and families. I specialize in helping clients navigate trauma, mental illness, abuse, and behavior concerns. My goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment where clients feel understood, valued, and empowered to make meaningful change. I bring empathy, creativity, and collaboration into my sessions to meet each client where they are in their journey toward healing.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Boise State University. I use play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused techniques to guide growth and healing while remaining flexible in my approach. I enjoy incorporating art, music, and open-ended dialogue to promote self-awareness, problem-solving, and emotional expression.
Healing is a courageous journey, and I believe the act of caring itself is heroic. I invite you to take that step with me as we explore the process together. Whether you’re seeking clarity, growth, or relief from life’s challenges, I look forward to walking alongside you and supporting your transformation with compassion and purpose.
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I understand the unique issues of others and believe that you are the author of your own story....
I understand the unique issues of others and believe that you are the author of your own story.
DaLisha Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Arkansas. She has several years of experience in the field of mental health and is passionate about helping others learn to cope and foster a happier life. DaLisha has worked with adolescents, adults, and couples, specializing in stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, motivation, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, and confidence. DaLisha received a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has a Master of Philosophy in Human and Social Services, both from Walden University. DaLisha also holds a PhD Human and Social Services from Walden University.
DaLisha is genuine and easy to talk to. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, person-centered therapy, TF-CBT and solution-focused treatment approaches. It is important to her that you feel supported and develop the skills needed to better understand and manage your life so that it is more fulfilling.
Life can be challenging and stressful. DaLisha is confident she would be able to help you address your concerns. You're taking the first step just by coming here today. It's time to focus on you! If you're seeking a change or just need to work through your stress, please schedule an appointment with her today!
I strive to help others find happiness and direction by using empathy and acceptance to assist the client in learning how to utili...
I strive to help others find happiness and direction by using empathy and acceptance to assist the client in learning how to utilize the tools that they need to heal and find peace again.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 14 years of experience supporting adults, teens, and children through life’s challenges. I’ve worked in outpatient, short-term inpatient, and residential settings, and I have a particular passion for helping adults navigate the transitions that come with aging. My approach is rooted in empathy and collaboration, and I strive to help my clients discover new perspectives, identify their goals, and take meaningful steps toward creating a more fulfilling life.
I earned my Master’s in Community Counseling from the University of Central Arkansas and hold certification in tech-assisted counseling. I use a client-centered approach to help individuals identify what they want to achieve and develop personalized plans to reach their goals, always honoring their autonomy and lived experience.
Life can be difficult, especially when faced with pain, loss, or unexpected change. I know the importance of having someone who listens without judgment and provides genuine support. I invite you to reach out so we can work together on building the clarity, healing, and strength needed to make your life what you want it to be.
Some are living, others are existing. Live your life no matter what path you choose....
Some are living, others are existing. Live your life no matter what path you choose.
Christina Garrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience providing individual, family, and group therapy across various clinical settings. She specializes in working with children ages 4 and up, supporting those navigating ADHD, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, and adjustment challenges. Christina is a Registered Play Therapist and is known for her compassionate, strengths-based approach that fosters connection, resilience, and healing in every session.
Christina earned her Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She integrates play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused techniques to meet clients where they are and guide them toward growth. Her calm presence and deep empathy create a safe space for meaningful transformation.
Clients working with Christina can expect a warm, supportive environment where they feel seen and understood. She is passionate about helping individuals process life’s challenges and tap into their inner strength. Christina empowers clients to embrace healing, build confidence, and move forward with clarity and purpose.
Are you, your child, or your family struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, or trauma? I have a passion for workin...
Are you, your child, or your family struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, or trauma? I have a passion for working with individuals (children and adults), families, and couples. My job is to assist you in helping you look at things differently. Focusing on a shift in perspective allows for needed changes in feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to fall into place. I have been a practicing therapist for 13 years. My aim is to assist individuals, families, and/or couples in creating a better quality of life. So, if a better quality of life is what you are seeking, I want to walk with you on that journey.
I enjoy studying behavior analysis and learning concepts and conditioning. During my collegiate career, I participated in my college's study of Oddity Concepts in Learning. I graduated cum laude with my master's degree in counseling in 2009 from UALR.
Beginning a new mental health journey is not easy, but it is worth the effort. I value the vulnerability that it took to begin this journey. I see you. I hear you. Let's take this journey together. Therapy is not an overnight fix. There is not magic wand. It won't always be easy. But, it will be worth it. Are you ready?
I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where clients feel seen and supported as we work together toward healing and lastin...
I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where clients feel seen and supported as we work together toward healing and lasting change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 6 years of experience supporting youth, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, and life transitions. I take a warm, direct, and collaborative approach that creates a supportive space for honest reflection, growth, and meaningful change. I also work with individuals facing behavior challenges and those seeking to build resilience and emotional balance.
I earned my master of social work from the University of Arkansas. I use solution-focused and cognitive behavioral techniques, along with mindfulness-based and strength-based strategies, to help clients take practical steps toward change while creating a safe, supportive space for reflection, self-awareness, and accountability.
I see and value your experiences. Together, we can work through challenges, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. You deserve a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered as you take your next steps toward healing, growth, and emotional well-being.
I strive to create a space where you feel truly heard, understood, and supported from the first conversation....
I strive to create a space where you feel truly heard, understood, and supported from the first conversation.
Jessica Preston is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 7 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Jessica is known for her calm presence and patient-centered approach, working collaboratively with clients to create personalized treatment plans that may include medication management, supportive therapy, and lifestyle guidance.
Jessica earned her Master’s in Nursing from the University of Arkansas. She is trained in psychopharmacology and psychiatric assessment, and her approach blends clinical expertise with compassion. Jessica values collaboration and takes time to understand each client’s story, goals, and needs to guide holistic, individualized care.
Jessica understands that reaching out for support can be overwhelming. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients navigating life transitions, emotional distress, or chronic stress. Whether starting your mental health journey or continuing it, Jessica welcomes the opportunity to support your growth and healing.
I use trauma-focused practices and empathetic, open-minded approaches to help clients find meaningful change....
I use trauma-focused practices and empathetic, open-minded approaches to help clients find meaningful change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 3 years of experience supporting clients through anxiety, stress, life transitions, trauma, and emotional overwhelm. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences openly. My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and helping you build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and move toward healing and meaningful change.
I earned my master’s in social work from the University of Arkansas. My work is rooted in trauma-informed care, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. I adapt treatment to your needs and use practical, evidence-based strategies that support emotional regulation, clarity, confidence, and sustainable progress.
In our work together, I strive to build a trusting and supportive relationship where you feel heard and respected. My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on identifying strengths and solutions that align with your goals. I would be honored to walk with you as you work toward clarity, relief, and meaningful growth.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for helping kids in child therapy is using an emotion-focused framework that teaches children to identify, understand, and express their emotions. I find the greatest benefit in this because it helps children build emotional literacy, which empowers them to recognize and articulate their feelings, leading to improved self-regulation and emotional resilience. Additionally, I believe that involving parents in the therapeutic process is crucial. When parents participate and learn alongside their child, they can reinforce and generalize treatment gains at home, creating a more supportive environment that fosters continued growth and healing.
I teach the following tools in child therapy:
I know a client is making meaningful progress in child therapy when the child demonstrates greater emotional regulation and the ability to seek regulation through individual skills or through co-regulation with others. Additionally, I see progress when there is increased openness and warmth in the child's relationships, reflecting a deeper sense of safety and connection. Other indicators include an improved capacity to tolerate distressing emotions or experiences without becoming overwhelmed. These changes suggest that the child is building resilience and applying the skills learned in therapy to navigate their emotional world more effectively. For parents, progress is evident when interactions with their child become more attuned and warm, reflecting a deeper emotional connection. Parents also become more skillful in establishing boundaries without losing control of their emotions, showing that they are managing their own reactions while guiding their child. Additionally, improved communication and an overall renewed sense of joy and satisfaction in parenting indicate that the parent-child relationship is becoming stronger and more positive.
Parents and children can supplement their time in therapy with consistent practice and self-reflection. Every day, nearly every moment, is an opportunity to apply the skills learned in therapy. For children, it's utilizing any skill or new awareness of themselves to relate to their life experiences, emotions, and relationships in healthier and safer ways. For example, this might mean stopping to reflectively regulate themselves where they might normally react out of reflex. For parents, this means taking time to reflect on their own inner experiences—understanding their thoughts and feelings—so they can respond to their child’s needs with greater compassion, attunement, and skill. By modeling emotional awareness and mindful responses, parents can create a home environment that supports their child's growth and reinforces the therapeutic work done in sessions. Parents can also seek additional support through the many evidence-based parenting resources.
To prepare for their first therapy session, a child and their family can begin by discussing what therapy is and setting expectations for the process. It can be helpful to explain that therapy is a safe space where the child can talk about their feelings, learn new skills, and explore any worries or challenges they might have. Parents can also encourage their child to think about any emotions or experiences they want to share, letting them know that there is no right or wrong way to express themselves. For parents, it’s important to come with an open mind and be ready to share relevant background information and goals for therapy, as well as engage collaboratively in the therapeutic process. This preparation helps create a foundation of trust and comfort, making the first session more productive for everyone involved.
Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks Maumelle.
Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in Maumelle, AR have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.
Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.
It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.
Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in Maumelle, AR is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.
Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Child therapy isn’t just for helping children build self esteem or diagnosing possible disorders. It can help children overcome loss, recover from trauma, and learn skills for coping with peer pressure, among other things.
If your child is struggling, or if you just want to provide them with a neutral third-party to listen call our office to schedule your session for your child at (501) 381-1913.
There are several psychotherapy approaches that may be appropriate for your child. Most commonly used is cognitive behavioral therapy, in which the therapist helps the child identify harmful thought patterns and replace them with more positive thoughts, resulting in more appropriate feelings and behaviors (see Further Reading).
A child therapist is trained in talking appropriately with children in a way the child can understand. The therapist will be able to ask questions that encourage open, honest answers from your child, enabling them to help your child reframe the situation in a healthier way.
Many children need help coping with a specific situation, and once it’s overcome they discontinue therapy, though they may have an appointment a couple of times a year to make sure the child is continuing to cope well with any life changes. However, child therapists are also able to do testing for a variety of diagnoses, including autism and ADHD. Imagining your child with a diagnosis may initially seem scary, but receiving an appropriate diagnosis from a professional can actually be a major relief.
If your child has been exhibiting behaviors that are causing trouble at home or school, finding out there’s a concrete reason may feel affirming—and more importantly, it opens up possibilities for treatment, including therapy, that can get the child and family on the road to a more positive outlook.
Thriveworks Maumelle counselors know you want nothing as much as you want your child’s success and happiness—and you want to get them help as quickly as possible. For that reason, we don’t keep a waiting list.
Don’t wait any longer to get your child on the road to a happy, healthy, successful life. Call Thriveworks Maumelle at (501) 381-1913 to schedule a session today.
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