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Top therapists in Arkansas accepting new patients

Headway brings together 248 licensed providers across Arkansas ready to support your mental health journey. With virtual and in-person options, free intake consultations, and coverage through 70+ insurance plans, finding the right fit is easier than ever.

Paul Bailey

Paul Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral therapy. I work with clients by identifying irrational thoughts and developing rational thoughts to decrease automatic negative thinking.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shiann Metheny

Shiann Metheny

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Passionate about helping women and families navigate life's transitions, Shiann offers compassionate care tailored to each client's unique experiences, fostering resilience and healing during times of change.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebecca Navarre

Rebecca Navarre

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“At the end of a session, you will have a clear idea of the therapy process, how you will reach your goals and what to expect in the coming appointments.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gayla Claborn

Gayla Claborn

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I strive to create a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and peace.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tian Zhang

Tian Zhang

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I specialize in supporting individuals aged 14 and up, including college students, young professionals, international students, neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ+ clients, and immigrants.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cindy Winar

Cindy Winar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Little Rock, AR


“I have been a practicing therapist for over 20 years and specialize in working with individuals and families...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa Kennedy

Lisa Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I'm passionate about helping people reach their full potential by encouraging intentional choices, personal empowerment, and the pursuit of joy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Catherine Quillet

Catherine Quillet

Therapist

Virtual • Little Rock, AR


“I love supporting individuals and couples through the life stages of infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and adoption.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Jacob White

Dr. Jacob White

Therapist

Virtual • Rogers, AR


I have over 15 years of experience within the mental health field. I hold a PhD in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Education and Supervision. I am also a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in AR. I am also a Principal Investigator on many clinical trials for various companies.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tracye Valentine

Tracye Valentine

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I believe in listening to clients and providing them life-long tools for their behavioral and mental health success.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bradley Charbonneau

Bradley Charbonneau

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I am passionate about helping people build confidence, emotional resilience, and a life that aligns with their values and authentic selves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Latoria Boyland

Dr. Latoria Boyland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arkansas


“My approach to care is holistic, patient-centered, and collaborative. I believe in treating the whole person-not just the symptoms...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carnesha Ben

Carnesha Ben

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I really enjoy the opportunity to walk the journey alongside you because counseling can be difficult for some.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darlena Cochran

Darlena Cochran

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Life is full of changes, some good and some hard. Through any change there is an adjustment and sometimes a healing process needs to happen.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
James Bunch

James Bunch

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I am direct in my approach to try and understand, support and advocate for healthy solutions for individuals, couples and families.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Emily Wilson

Emily Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“After our sessions I want you to feel more in control of your own life and ready to face any struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Keeanndase Pace

Keeanndase Pace

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pine Bluff, AR


“I take a holistic approach that considers each client's biological, psychological, and social needs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Erica Harris

Dr. Erica Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I believe in meeting people where they are. I believe part of my role is to help clients see their own God-given power and ability to make the changes needed to improve their lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kimberly Harris

Kimberly Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I view therapy as teamwork between you and me. We are going to focus on the issues/topics you are grappling with and need to process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dan Caldwell

Dan Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I will provide a safe nonjudgemental space for you to process your thoughts, feelings, and emotions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Talyah Acker

Talyah Acker

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I help people find insight into their past and present; develop self love and awareness, and teach them skills to be more successful in their life and relationships.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jasmine Mackey

Jasmine Mackey

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Through the lens of Cognitive Behavior Theory, I guide my clients toward self-discovery and transformation, holding them accountable...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Curt Hampton

Curt Hampton

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“You can expect me to take time to get to know you and collaboratively craft a plan of action for us to work with.”
Anxiety, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LeeShawn Brown

LeeShawn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I focus on developing a collaborative relationship with my client where they can feel empowered to actively participate in their therapeutic progress...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sharon Alexander

Sharon Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Meeting my clients where they are, is imperative for me. Qualities such as honesty and empathy are tools that I live by while working with clients.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Levin Manabat

Levin Manabat

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, integrating trauma-informed care with therapies tailored to your unique goals and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Gemma Hollmann

Gemma Hollmann

Therapist

Virtual • Mountain Home, AR


I love animals, travel, and new experiences. I've lived abroad in two different countries over a 6 year period, gaining great exposure to different cultures and people. I find it a privilege to serve and help people through their struggles. I feel my own life experiences help me connect with others.

Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Rochel

Jennifer Rochel

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a good sense of humor.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Martha Kuhn

Martha Kuhn

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My approach is compassionate, practical, and collaborative. I strive to create a safe space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported while also being challenged to grow stronger in your goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stephanie Carter

Stephanie Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I bring warmth, humor, and authenticity into every session, creating a space because I believe in adapting to the unique personality of each person I see.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michelle Johnson

Michelle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


I am open minded, kind, direct, and empowering. I encourage others to improve their skills.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Casey Butler

Casey Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


Many of the people I work with are intelligent, capable, and doing their best to keep up with the demands of daily life, yet internally they feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck. You may find yourself constantly overthinking, struggling to stay organized, starting tasks but having difficulty finishing them, or feeling frustrated that things seem harder for you than they do for others. Perhaps your mind rarely slows down, your to-do list feels impossible to tackle, or you're carrying anxiety, stress, or depression that leaves you feeling drained and disconnected from the life you want to be living. Therapy can be a place to better understand what's getting in the way and develop strategies that actually work for you.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Tanya McKeithen

Tanya McKeithen

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I will be your biggest cheerleader, but also challenge you to look at the world through a different lens to become the best you you can be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrew Donovan

Andrew Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


Hello and welcome! Seeking therapy takes a lot of courage and finding the right therapist is an important part of that process. I have experience working with adults facing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, severe mental illness, and problems with motivation and self-esteem.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kelly Eledge

Kelly Eledge

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I believe goals and outcomes vary from person to person, my hope though would be for the client to walk away feeling more aware, confident, and loving of who they are as a person.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charlton Thiede

Charlton Thiede

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I believe that creating a comfortable and accepting environment for people and building relationships with them is the greatest indicator of positive outcomes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arielle Speer

Arielle Speer

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Ari is a neurodivergent therapist with extensive experience working with and supporting other neurodivergent folk.”
Anxiety, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sandy Tustin

Sandy Tustin

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“For 25+ years I have been successfully treating people dealing with a variety of trauma/anxiety/mood disorders.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kassidi Lewis

Kassidi Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Magnolia, AR


“My approach integrates personalized counseling techniques with vocational rehabilitation strategies to address both emotional well-being and career-related concerns.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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About our therapists serving Arkansas

Number of therapists serving Arkansas
There are over 252 therapists in Arkansas accepting new patients.
252+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 81%Relationship issues
  • 81%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 37%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 35%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 8%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 15%Man
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 42%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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Find the right therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Arkansas

Searching for therapists in Arkansas starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want to work on. Across the state, available therapists and specialties can vary between larger cities, smaller towns, and rural communities. You may be looking for support with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and experience with concerns like yours. Bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

Location and format can also shape your search. In Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and other parts of Arkansas, some people prefer an in-person office, while others choose virtual sessions for scheduling flexibility. You can also narrow your options by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, free phone consultations, and the structure of sessions. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how a therapist communicates, what they focus on, and what to expect in a first appointment.

The cost of mental health care in Arkansas varies, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs. Headway helps you search for Arkansas therapists who accept insurance, verify your benefits, and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can confirm coverage for your plan and location as you search. From there, you can compare therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.