Counseling for you and your family through hard seasons.
Play therapy for children, and counseling for teens, adults, and couples, in English and Spanish. Together we build practical skills you can use in everyday life.
Currently accepting new clients in Siloam Springs and throughout Northwest Arkansas.
15-minute call · No commitment · Available in English and Spanish
A Grounded, Practical Approach to Family Well-Being
Counseling works best when it is practical, compassionate, and tailored to real family life. Through play therapy and collaborative conversations, we work together to understand what's driving the difficulty and build skills you can use at home and in daily life.
Empathetic Approach
Time and room to talk at your own pace, without judgment.
Specialized Training
Master's degree in Counseling from John Brown University, with specialized training in Play Therapy. Trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Bilingual Services
Professional counseling available in both English and Spanish throughout Arkansas.
Ways I help
Individual Counseling
For teens, college students, and adults dealing with grief, depression, anxiety, conflict, or a big change.
Play Therapy
Children work things out through play. I use it to help kids with big feelings, worry, and hard changes.
Couples Counseling
For couples stuck in the same fights, or feeling more like roommates than partners.
Family Counseling
For families stuck in the same conflicts, or going through a big change together.
Parenting Support
Practical help for parents, from one parent to another.
Your Clear Path to Getting Started
Simple, straightforward steps to start counseling
01
Free 15-Minute Consultation
We will discuss your specific needs, answer your questions, and determine if we are a good fit to work together.
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Personalized Treatment Plan
Together, we will design a personalized plan based on your unique challenges, goals, and family dynamics.
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Begin Your Regular Sessions
Start weekly or bi-weekly sessions with evidence-based tools and steady, practical support tailored to your family.
What We Can Work On Together
- Understanding what your child is really trying to communicate during meltdowns, and responding with calm instead of frustration
- Having concrete, everyday tools to steady anxiety and big feelings without feeling constantly overwhelmed
- Being on the same page with your partner, sharing a common parenting language, and feeling like a team again
- Moving through hard seasons with clarity, without feeling like you have to carry everything alone
- More breathing room and laughter in your home, knowing you don't have to have everything figured out to move forward
You're Not Alone in Feeling This Way
Common Doubts Before Taking the First Step
Starting therapy can feel intimidating. These are the most common hesitations people have before reaching out, and how I actually approach them.
I'm not 'broken' enough for therapy. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Many people come during fairly steady times to work on relationships, stress, or personal goals. Talking with someone before things feel overwhelming is a good reason to come too.
I'm not sure I can afford therapy. I keep my rate at a flat $89 per 50-minute session. While I don't bill insurance directly, I provide detailed superbills you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement, and we discuss payment openly during your free consultation.
I don't have time for weekly sessions. Therapy should fit into your real life. We can meet weekly or bi-weekly depending on your goals and schedule. Sessions are at my office in Siloam Springs or online, though sessions with children are always in person. We can find a time that works for you.
What if the therapist judges my family or my choices? My job is never to evaluate or judge you. As a counselor and a parent, I know how hard life and parenting can be. My goal is to create a calm, safe room where you and your child can be completely honest without fear of criticism.
I tried therapy before and it didn't help. Not all therapy is the same. A past experience that didn't help may mean the approach, the timing, or the match with the therapist wasn't right. In our free call we can talk about what didn't work before, so you can decide whether this feels like a better fit.
I should be able to handle this myself. Asking for help is a normal, human thing to do. Just like you'd see a doctor for a physical injury or a trainer to improve your fitness, therapy provides professional support for emotional challenges. You don't have to carry everything alone, and you deserve support.
My problems aren't serious enough. If something is affecting your daily life, relationships, or sense of well-being, it's worth addressing. You don't need to compare your struggles to others or wait until things get worse. Reaching out early, while things still feel manageable, is a perfectly good time to start.
What if I need therapy forever? We work toward goals you choose, and we check in on progress regularly and adjust as needed. The aim is for you to leave with tools you can use on your own, not to keep you in therapy. You decide when you're ready to wrap up.
Still have questions? The best way to know if therapy is right for you is a free 15-minute consultation.
Schedule a free 15-minute callCommon Questions About Counseling
Starting counseling can feel like a big step. Here are a few things you may be wondering.
If something has been weighing on you for a while, feels bigger than you can handle, or keeps repeating and you'd like it to change, counseling may help. The easiest way to find out is the free 15-minute call. There's no obligation after it.
The first session is primarily focused on getting to know you and understanding your current challenges and goals. We'll discuss what brought you to counseling, relevant background information, and what you hope to achieve. I'll explain my approach and answer any questions you have about the counseling process. This initial meeting helps us establish a foundation for our work together and determine the best path forward. After that, sessions are 50 minutes, and we decide together what to focus on each week.
Play is how children work things out. In play therapy your child uses toys, art, and pretend play to show what they can't yet put into words, and I help them make sense of it. Parents are part of it too. I check in with you regularly and give you ideas for home.
$89 for a 50-minute session, the same fee for every service. I don't bill insurance, but I can give you a superbill, a detailed receipt you can send to your insurance for possible out-of-network reimbursement. It's worth calling your plan to ask what they cover. You can start with a free 15-minute call.
Yes. Every session can be in English, in Spanish, or in both. Many families switch back and forth, and that's fine.
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