Our speciality at Arkansas Psychotherapy Center is to provide affordable, convenient, confidential and especially kind and compassionate services to those in need of counseling.  Patricia's approach to psychotherapy is eclectic; therefore there's no one modality treatment that she utilizes.  Rather she tailors therapy to suit your particular needs whether it be Grief Therapy or Cognitive Behaviorial, Short Term Solution Focus or Rational Emotive, a combination thereof, or maybe you're just in need of someone to talk to for support, validation and most importantly someone impartial and without judgement to listen.  So your own personal goals and an in-depth assessment, along with the use of screening tools, while paying close attention to your personality, will be used to help guide both you and Patricia through the therapeutic process. Remember, there's no right or wrong in therapy and no magic wand.  Therapy takes time and effort on both the therapist and client's part.  It's paramount to be honest and forthright, allowing for guidance and assistance in making lifestyle modifications and achieve those goals you strive for. 

There may be times your family or friends may discourage you from seeking help.  They may feel it's for the weak or may feel uneasy that you will discuss personal issues that may pertain to them.  This is normal and Patricia always encourages clients to bring those family members closest to them in from time to time so they better understand how therapy is helping.  Remember, therapy is always an option, it's your decision and your decision alone to make, but rest assured that Patricia is non-judgemental and all information is confidential. If you're diagnosis is, for example, depression or something that may benefit from medication, or if your Primary Care Physician (PCP) refers you to Patricia for an evaluation, she may recommend you discuss with your PCP if medication is a viable option.  Additionally, should Patricia feel that you may benefit from medication management, and with your permission, she may refer you to a Psychiatrist, who strictly manages medication versus providing therapy. You will then continue therapy with her.  But again, this is entirely up to you.  Therapy helps a person cope and learn new mechanisms to manage life stressors with or without the aid of medication.