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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.
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?
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.
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 believe everyone has a unique story, including pitfalls and challenges to overcome. I consider it a privilege to help identify e...
I believe everyone has a unique story, including pitfalls and challenges to overcome. I consider it a privilege to help identify each client's strengths, gifts, and skills as we work through the next chapter together.
Dave Welcher is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 4 years of experience. He specializes in assisting adolescents, teens, and adults with a range of concerns including PTSD/trauma, chronic illness/pain, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, interpersonal communication and relationship issues, behavioral and motivational changes, teen-parent interactions, and mood and personality disorders. Dave's primary focus is on the overlapping symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression. He has worked in school-based therapy, clinical therapy, crisis screening work, and psychoeducation.
Dave received his Master's in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Central Arkansas. He incorporates trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and solutions-focused therapy with evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, person-centered therapy, and narrative therapy.
Dave believes everyone can overcome personal challenges and adapt to face life's trials. He strives to understand each person's experience, keeping in mind that no one “fix” works for everyone. Seeking counseling is a success in itself.
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.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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I encourage couples to be honest with each other and focus on what they each have control over (their own behaviors), not on how to change the other.
When a couple sees me for couples therapy, I give them a handout after the intake with four questions about relationship goals and have them do this separately at home, so we can discuss their answers during the next session. When they finish the goals handout, I give them each a handout called “Couples' Diagnostic” with questions about their relationship and ask them to do this separately so we can discuss answers during the next session.
Progress is being made when clients have achieved their treatment goals/objectives.
Clients can complete homework assignments, work on handouts, and work on letting each other know what they appreciate about the other.
If you are not doing so, start focusing on what you need to work on to improve your relationship and not on how you want the other person to change.
Thriveworks Couples therapy helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy include:
Couples therapy works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular couples therapy sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
We glorify romantic love in the United States, but it’s not often we’re presented with realistic representations of relationships. The media—movies, television, popular news—would have us think staying in love is all rainbows, all the time. The reality is, romantic love is great—but maintaining a healthy relationship requires more attention and effort than people are led to believe. Sometimes couples, even happy couples, fight or disagree. Those disagreements may be about minor things, like where to go to dinner, or large things, like finances. That disagreement is normal, and even healthy—as long as the couple is able to work through it using healthy communication and compromise.
Disagreement becomes problematic when either partner is habitually unkind to the other, no longer shares the same vision for the relationship, or when disagreement devolves into constant fighting or a total lack of communication—and that’s where couples counseling comes in. If you think you could benefit from couples counseling, reach out to Thriveworks North Little Rock for help.
Couples counseling is exactly what it sounds like—a couple agrees they need therapy to address whatever struggles they are facing and then finds a therapist they feel comfortable meeting with. The couple most often attends the sessions as a unit, but it’s also common to occasionally meet one-on-one with the therapist as it’s deemed necessary.
The goal of couples counseling will differ depending on the couple’s goals, but in general, couples counseling can help the couple learn new communication skills specific to their partner’s communication style, learn coping skills for tough situations, and determine their shared vision for the future of the relationship.
To maintain a healthy relationship, it must be given time and attention. Many couples, particularly after marriage, children, or other major life events, stop doing the things that foster healthy romantic relationships. Setting aside regular time alone to communicate, do the things that brought the couple together in the first place, and stay aware of each other’s needs and desires, are just a few of the things couples can do to stay intimate. Having a counseling appointment as a check-up once or twice a year can also be part of your relationship maintenance. At Thriveworks-Maumelle (North Little Rock), we welcome the opportunity to work with you to fine-tune your relationship.
During your sessions, your therapist will help you learn the skills to create and maintain a healthy relationship. Communication is a key part of those skills, and something many couples struggle with. Whether you’re seeing us for a relationship check-up or during troubled times, we can help you learn to communicate with your partner in a way they will really receive.
During couples counseling, the couple will visit with the therapist. While each couple will be encouraged to express themselves, the therapist will not take “sides”. The therapist’s goal is to get each partner communicating in a healthy, constructive manner, and part of that will require each partner to re-evaluate their world views, their views on their role in the relationship, and how they see themselves coming together with their partner given those views.
Conflict in a relationship is hard. Romantic relationships are often the star by which we guide the rest our lives, so when they are in trouble, our lives seem out of our control. If a relationship is struggling, ignoring the issues won’t help (Bienvenu). In fact, the longer the real issues are ignored, the bigger they will become. The only way things will get better is by addressing the problems present, starting with communication. If both partners are invested in the relationship and its future, there is every reason to utilize all available resources to ensure relationship success, and counseling is one of the most effective resources available.
If you are struggling in your relationship, or if you just want to have a check-up, contact us. Our motivated counselors know how painful living in an unsuccessful relationship can be, and they want to help you. Call or message us today to get on the road to a healthier you.
Thriveworks Counseling Maumelle AR can be reached at (501) 628-9066. We offer weekend and evening sessions, and we look forward to meeting you.
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