Psychiatrists in Arkansas

Welcome! I offer medication management, supportive therapy, genetic testing for psychotropic mediations, mindfulness techniques, and other ever evolving holistic practices. I'm not your typical Psych Nurse Practitioner. I have spent over a decade building concepts taught within my practice. Within all sessions, I integrate a systematic approach composed of my 7-Step Butterfly Method TM which offers educational concepts of awareness, growth and healing from faulty thinking patterns. You will find ease in your life and more control over your emotional life and mindset.

My ideal patient is seeking an experienced medication management provider who embraces a holistic approach to mental and physical health. You may need a new or different psychiatric medication, or you may need health coaching, or you may need someone to help you advocate differently with your primary care physician. Or you may need all of these things! I am motivated to travel WITH my patients, to make sure they feel heard and understood, and to collaborate on a treatment plan. We will leave no stone unturned.

My clients/ patients include but are not limited to people with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, mood disorder, psychosis, substance use disorders, and ADHD. People reach out to me for various reasons, including needing a different approach to managing their issues, providing adequate time to address all their problems, and wanting someone who is easily reachable, questionable, respectful, and nonjudgmental. My goal is to provide highly personalized service for a small number of clients. I strive to be an active listener with a nonjudgmental attitude.

I'm not your typical psychiatrist; I don't smoke cigars, have a beard, or wear a bow-tie. I see pre-teens, teenagers, and adults for psychiatric evaluations, substance abuse evaluations, medication management, and counseling. I do testing and evaluations for ADHD and I'm also board certified in Addiction Medicine. I see patients with a wide variety of issues. Some of the most common ones I work with are listed here to the right.

I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice specializing in trauma, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety and grief. I also provide EMDR therapy which is excellent for recovery of trauma. I provide psychotherapy/counseling and medication management individualized for each patient in a safe and therapeutic environment that promotes healing and thriving.

I am a general psychiatrist in private practice providing medication management services. I manage most psychiatric conditions including but not limited to depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and addiction. My practice includes telehealth. I accept new patients and most insurance plans.

It is my privilege to help others cope with real problems during the most challenging times of their lives. Personally as a widow and mother of two children, I do understand that life can be very challenging for all of us. My only goal is to see improvement from where you were the day we first met. It is my pleasure to serve others in my own community. I look forward to working with you to meet your goals and improve the quality of your life.

Stephanie Bohannon is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience treating patients across the lifespan. She believes in treating the patient holistically by using a combination of medication management, psychotherapy, exercise, nutrition, and procedures, such as Spravato and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). While developing a treatment plan, she considers the patient’s mental, physical, and spiritual health. Additionally, she strongly believes in empowering her patients by educating them on different treatment options and making them an active part of their treatment.

Sarah Weatherford is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She earned her Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and then later returned to the college to earn her Master of Nursing Science with a specialty in Psychiatric Mental Health. Sarah spent her first years working as a nurse in an inpatient setting for children with psychiatric disorders. She learned the importance of implementing trauma-informed care for improving patient outcomes. She understands the importance of being an empathic listener in being an effective care provider to her patients.

My passion is to provide mental health care to each client with a whole body approach to wellness in a safe and supportive environment. Professional nursing experience includes 16 years of inpatient oncology/stem cell transplant, palliative care, and mental health. Current treatment areas include mood disorders, women's issues, sleep disorders, schizophrenia disorders, and trauma. All populations are served. I look forward to working with you on this journey to health! Please EMAIL to schedule an appointment. A response email will include the link to my scheduling portal.

Christian Leadership • Nursing • Integrative Psychotherapy• Forensic Mental Healthcare! Are you a woman who has experienced trauma/grief/violence? I will help you navigate victory with a faith filled lens of supportive connection. My philosophy is integrative with lifestyle interventions, conservative medication management, genetic testing, brain health coaching and memberships for alternative therapies. The gut brain axis is pivotal to optimizing healing. So, if catastrophic illness support, medical trauma, violence or healthcare harm is part of your story, call me! Supporting your mental resiliency is the justice you deserve.

My ideal client is someone who has struggled to find a provider that listens and cares about their mental and physical health. I offer an individualized and comprehensive psychiatric diagnostic process that allows clients to feel understood. Managing psychiatric medication can be a journey, I aim to make the process stress-free. While my specialty is medication management, my ultimate goal is holistic health. My practice is located in a space that offers a wide range of therapies, yoga, Reiki, massage, and nutritional services. Having easy access to these services, I am confident you will find the perfect treatment modality.

I am a Spravato Treatment Center specializing in Spravato for treatment resistant depression. I am amazed daily with seeing clients depression improve after years of struggling with lingering symptoms despite trying and failing other medications or only finding minimal relief with their current medications. My goal is to help every individual reach their fullest potential.

Melissa is proficient in modalities like Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems, using guided meditation techniques to address trauma. She is passionate about the evolving field of psychiatry, particularly the integration of psychedelic medicine. Beyond clinical practice, Melissa empowers her clients by educating them to actively participate in their healthcare journey.

As a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, I enjoy helping older children, adolescents, and adults achieve their goals and improve their lives. My emphasis is medication management, but I often also recommend counseling. I welcome members of the LGBTQ+ community. While I do see older adults, I do not specialize in dementia or geriatric psychiatry.

Honest and truthful, willing to use therapy and medication management. Able to work together towards goals. I worked as an RN in the ER for 10 years before completing my training as a PMHNP. I feel like I have strengths in medication education, high anxiety situations, and particularly the aging older adult population. Before I started as a PMHNP, I worked 10 years in acute care nursing. During this time Covid-19 hit and medical teams were experiencing high rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide.

Hi, I'm Melissa. I'm a Nurse Practitioner, board certified in both Psychiatry & Family Practice. I practice in Conway AR at Christian Perspective Counseling and online throughout Arkansas). I have a relational practice style that encourages open and professional communication, with goals of providing individualized and compassionate care. I believe that shame dies when shared in safe spaces. My clients will feel heard, believed, and valued for who they were, who they are, and who they want to be.

As a mental health clinic, our primary objective is to provide comprehensive, empathetic, and individualized care to each patient we encounter. We are deeply committed to understanding the unique circumstances of every individual, and approach each case with the utmost respect for the patient's personal journey towards mental wellness. Throughout our experience we have been drawn to the field of mental health due to its complex and challenging nature. We believe that mental health is a crucial aspect of overall wellbeing, often overlooked in traditional medical settings. Our passion lies in bridging this gap, ensuring that mental

My ideal client is someone struggling with mental illness who is looking to improve their quality of life and overall wellness. It is someone who needs help with diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and is willing to be open and honest about their symptoms and progress.