Care without the wait

14 licensed therapists & providers in Arkansas. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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2,208 people sought child therapy help in Arkansas in the last year

Discover how starting child therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Meet with a child/teen therapist as soon as this week

North Little Rock

As a person who suffers from anxiety, I understand the challenges of feeling overwhelmed....

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North Little Rock

I understand the unique issues of others and believe that you are the author of your own story....

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North Little Rock

I know firsthand what it’s like to face anxiety, stress, trauma, and grief. That’s why I’m dedicated to walking alongside others a...

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Maumelle

I am grateful you are here and my hope is that I can help you with the challenges you are having right now....

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Conway

Super excited to be here and help you continue building the life you want!...

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Child therapy FAQs

What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks Arkansas.

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in Arkansas, AR have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in Arkansas, AR is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Arkansas accept 26 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Arkansas Health and Wellness

  • Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)

  • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage

  • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Arkansas
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.7 Learn about verified reviews
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My therapist is very knowledgeable, professional and empathetic. I truly feel supported and our sessions are structured for healing and goal oriented. I feel her compassion in helping me as a client.
Jane Mar 2026
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I appreciate that the person helping me is trying to make sure I feel comfortable even though I’m still trying to get there I think she may be able to help me get there fully I am still new to this whole experience so I’m still nervous about it all
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Keisha Mar 2026
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★★★★★
Very quick turnaround from requesting services to getting appointments for therapy and psychiatry. Matched my issues and demographics accurately to a therapist that worked well with me.
Isabela Mar 2026
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★★★★★
Overall great and flexible scheduling
Laynee Mar 2026
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★★★★★
The ability to talk without interruption
Nevaeh Mar 2026
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★★★★★
I love that she’s attentive , and you can tell she cares. I feel I will be able to learn better coping skills as a patient of Dr. Smith. I’ve been in therapy on and off for years cause I never felt like the therapist cared. She cares.
Stone Mar 2026
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★★★★★
having the opportunity to gain trust and reassurance to straight up drop my overfilled emotional dumpster of emotional problems on someone who is willing to listen means so much to me when it comes to being a weekly regular. Also having that small fridge in the lobby is pretty cool because theres always options on sodas too which is definitely casually enjoyable. the environment in the lobby is always very calming less like a waiting room and more like a save room to catch my breath from trying to rush to not be late for my appointments. id like to add how important it is to have a consistent therapist as well, i grew up with therapists here and there consistently swapping in and out before and always had to start from scratch with life events that resulted in me just giving up trying to get therapy let alone care enough to open up to get anyone to understand me. which ultimately lead me up to who i am today as for my current therapist, id say its really comfy and reassuring knowing someone who understands where the life story is so far as my events and experiences are kept track of to see my progress of personal development. its very important understanding and fleshing out details of my issues and life events with my therapist to learn different perspectives from a zoomed out scale to comprehend and dissect aspects of the "why's and what next steps" to aim for a healthy direction on what level of momentum is needed for my next personal quests and self development, its not just a sit down and pour my heart out session and pay a fee whatever but its more of a metaphorical way of expressing how i can put my own psychological puzzle together and where pieces go and what pieces are needed to complete the puzzle. being real with yall i felt like an absolute mess of emotions like an overfilled dumpster of problems when i first started going to sessions, thriveworks helped me realize im not the metaphorical dumpster of emotional problems but rather to BE the dump truck driver taking on the ambitious goal of needing to haul off the dumpster and dispose of my emotional problems in a clean safe efficient way to make sure i dont let my problems overfill and fester more health hazards for myself and others. Id say i wouldnt be where i am without thriveworks and including a shoutout to my therapist Mr.Luebben for being incredible at listening and helping with the exhausting amount of excessive problems ive endured within my life. From the consistency, care and comfort, to the sodas in the lobby id recommend thriveworks to anybody who crosses my path when they need as much help as i did.
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Lidia Dec 2025
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★★★★★
Jim has been a great therapist for me. Initially I was going to speak to him on my first visit about changing to a female therapist. He was so easy to talk to that the idea of that flew right out the window.
Carl Dec 2025
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Phone number

(870) 455-4051
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Languages spoken by AR providers

  • English
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Support Hours

Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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