3 Best Marriage Counselors in Little Rock, AR

“Dr. Nioka Smith is a Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist who operates her private practice, Dr. Nioka Smith Counseling. She holds a Doctorate in Christian Counseling, a Master’s in Education, and a Bachelor’s in Speech Communication and Psychology. She is certified in areas including sexual abuse recovery, adolescent therapy, marriage and family counseling, and stress/anxiety/depression management. Her approach integrates clinical methods with Christian faith, emphasizing spiritual healing and personal transformation. Dr. Nioka Smith helps individuals seeking personal growth and advancement in various aspects of life. Dr. Smith's expertise lies in stress management, sexual abuse recovery, marriage and family dynamics, and helping others discover their life's purpose. Her burning passion revolves around aiding women and girls in healing from their past traumas while realizing and unleashing their full potential in every facet of life.”

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“Charlie Simpson is the Clinical Director at the Arkansas Relationship Counseling Center. With over 14 years of experience, he specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and trauma. He is a highly qualified and certified therapist, holding licenses as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Professional Counselor (LPC). Charlie also possesses expertise as a Gottman Therapy Certified practitioner. He offers both in-person and telehealth sessions. You can catch Charlie sharing valuable insights and advice on relationship matters in monthly segments on Fox 16 and THV 11.”

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“Theresa Qualls earned her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology. She has been a therapist since 2008, receiving a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. Theresa Qualls operates a small, private practice in Little Rock, AR, which allows her to offer exceptional care and availability to clients. She specializes in experience with grief/loss, abuse, trauma, relational issues, addiction, and mood disorders. She gives clients a safe, nurturing, accepting space to receive empathy and accompaniment to explore whatever barriers keep a couple stuck. Theresa helps each person clarify their needs and desires and find ways to communicate them to each other. She involves some individual work in addition to the couple’s work. Theresa’s psychodynamic approach focuses on how a person’s past relational history impacts relationship patterns and problems. She offers in-person and video sessions.”

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