Therapists, Counselors, Psychologists in Bentonville, AR

Anna Slatton, LPC

Philosophy of Care

Are you, your child, or your family struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, or trauma? I have a passion for working with individuals (children and adults), families, and couples. My job is to assist you in helping you look at things differently. Focusing on a shift in perspective allows for needed changes in feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to fall into place. I have been a practicing therapist for 10 years. My aim is to assist individuals, families, and/or couples in creating a better quality of life. So, if a better quality of life is what you are seeking, I want to walk with you on that journey.

I enjoy studying behavior analysis and learning concepts and conditioning. During my collegiate career, I participated in my college's study of Oddity Concepts in Learning. I graduated cum laude with my master's degree in counseling in 2009 from UALR.

Beginning a new mental health journey is not easy, but it is worth the effort. I value the vulnerability that it took to begin this journey. I see you. I hear you. Let's take this journey together. Therapy is not an overnight fix. There is not magic wand. It won't always be easy. But, it will be worth it. Are you ready?

Education

Master of Arts
University of Ark at Little Rock

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• PTSD
• ADHD
• Bipolar Disorder
• Personality Disorders
• OCD
• Grief

Arthur Stokenbury, LPC

Philosophy of Care

My name is Arthur Stokenbury Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. I have a secondary License in Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counseling (LADAC). Most of my work has been in criminal rehabilitation and substance abuse. 

I became a therapist because I enjoy helping others work pasted their life’s challenges and improving their quality of life. I feel that I can help people make more sound rationally based decision verses emotionally based decisions. I enjoy being a counselor. I fell a sense of purpose in my work. 

I have worked with an array of different mental health issues especially in regards to trauma and substances abuse. Through working with a criminal population. I have learned the importance of patience especially in challenging sessions and offer unbiased and objective counseling. I’ve set clear and achievable goals and work together, with my clients, to achieve these goals. I possess an understands how the trauma and substance abuse play hand in hand and how to break the cycle. As a retired Army NCO and Purple Heart recipient I understands how trauma can affect an individual. My approach is holistic view of mental health encompassing the body, mind, and emotions. Integrating all aspects of an individual’s cognitions, strengths and weakness. I believe that all the dimensions are interconnected and important to a well-rounded and balanced lifestyle. I incorporate elements of CBT and solution focused therapy into my practice. 

 I believe that I can help facilitate the process of positive life changes and growth. I enjoy helping people find his/her path on life’s journey and working through obstacles along the way.  

Education

Southern Arkansas University
Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Specialties

• Substance Abuse
• Military & Veteran's Issues
• Trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Anxiety
• Anger Management
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Catherine Mays, LPC

Philosophy of Care

Catherine Mays is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas. She has spent the last 2 years working in foster care services and has extensive experience in working with those seeking help with anxiety, depression, attachment, and trauma. Catherine has a passion for serving those in the LGBTQ+ community and feels she has a unique perspective on issues experienced in this community as it is a community she also belongs to. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from University of the Ozarks in 2015 and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Brown University in 2018. Catherine is currently working on her Ph.D. in Counseling and Psychological Studies from Regent University.

Catherine utilizes cognitive behavioral, person centered, solution focused, and mindfulness-based approaches to therapy. She prides herself on her ability to maintain creativity and flexibility with her clients in order to meet each individual need. Catherine believes therapy should be an authentic experience. 

Catherine seeks to establish a warm, open, and caring relationship with you in order to assist you in identifying your own strengths, healing wounds, and meeting individual therapy goals. She believes each person is worthy of the love of others and themselves, and would love to assist you on your journey to your most authentic self. 

Education

M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
John Brown University 

Specialties 

• LGBTQ+
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma
• Self-Esteem
• Relationships 

Julie Calvery-Carman, FNP, PMHNP

Philosophy of Care

Julie Calvery-Carman is a board certified Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a passion for providing quality care that is customized to meet the needs of patients. Julie started her journey in healthcare in 1996 as a nurse, and has worked in a variety of settings including the hospital, clinic, skilled nursing facility, and university setting. Julie has been a Nurse Practitioner since 2008, initially board certified as a family nurse practitioner, and then returning for an additional certification in 2020 to become a PMHNP. During her time in healthcare, Julie has seen the effects of anxiety, depression, and trauma on both health and relationships and sees the importance of working with patients to impact all areas of health.

Previous experiences in healthcare have helped Julie to see the importance of mental health in all areas of health and led to her pursuing further education in this area. She values collaboration, education, and practical ways to incorporate positive mental health strategies such as self-care into daily life.

It is important for patients to choose a provider that can meet them where they are in life. Julie believes open communication and patient involvement are essential parts of the visit, and views herself as a partner in the care of each patient.

Education

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Masters of Science in Nursing

Specialties

• 18+ Medication Management
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Anger/Behavioral Issues
• Coping Skills
• Eating Disorders
• Gender Identity / Transgender
• Grief, Infidelity
• Life Transitions
• Military/Veteran
• Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
• Pregnancy/Prenatal/Postpartum
• School Issues
• Self Esteem
• Sleep or Insomnia
• Stress
• Trauma and PTSD

Kendra Roberts, PMHNP

Philosophy of Care

Kendra Roberts is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and an Adult  Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner who brings a decade and a half of training and  experience in treating patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan in hospitals,  community group homes, and correctional populations. She began her training at the University  of Arkansas at Little Rock, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She went on for her Adult  Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner from Walden University and then received her  Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Frontier Nursing University. 

Compassion, empathy, holistic, and patient-centered care are the foundation to her practice.  Kendra provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and  supportive therapy for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety,  ADHD, mood disorders, substance use disorders, and relationship issues. 

Kendra believes everyone is unique and building a trusting relationship is essential to creating  an individualized treatment plan that promotes growth and healing. 

Education

Walden University
Adult  Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner 

Frontier Nursing University
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Specialties 

• ADHD
• Anxiety
• Autism
• Depression
• Mood disorders
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
• Relationship Issues
• Sleep Disorders
• Stress Management
• PTSD

Martha McCool, PMHNP

Philosophy of Care

Ms. Martha McCool is a board certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She began her healthcare career as a Medical/Surgical nurse. She went onto work as a nurse at a primary care clinic for low-income patients. She saw firsthand how mental health issues were often not addressed within acute and primary care settings.

This led her to pursue an MSN degree specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Ms. McCool worked as a Psychiatric nurse at the largest in-patient psychiatric hospital in the Mid-South while obtaining her MSN. Her experience in treating mental illness in the acute care setting made her recognize the importance of mental health prevention and out-patient care management. She has experience working in community mental health, treating a variety of mental illness (ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD) across the lifespan.

Ms. McCool is dedicated to increasing public knowledge about mental illness and expanding access to mental healthcare. She understands that most people experience barriers to mental healthcare and wants to dispel the stigma attached to seeking care.

Education

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Master of Science in Nursing

Specialties

• Medication Management
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Anger
• Self Esteem
• Stress

Michael West, APRN-PMHNP

Philosophy of Care

Michael West is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), insomnia, stress, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in high-functioning adults. Michael completed his Master of Nursing Science (MNSc) at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). He has 7 years of experience in the mental health field.

Education

Master of Nursing Science
University of Arkansas

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma & PTSD