AR SE Therapists

Somatic Therapists in Little Rock & Across Arkansas

The Arkansas therapists on this site received or are receiving their trauma training from Somatic Experiencing® International. Each offers body-based trauma therapy in Arkansas, and several also offer EMDR. New to the approach? Learn what Somatic Experiencing® is. Choose a therapist to read their full profile and reach out to them directly.

Eric I. Phelps, PhD, LCSW, CGP, SEP

Little Rock, AR

Clinical/Somatic Psychologist · Licensed Certified Social Worker · Certified Group Psychotherapist · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner · SE™ Advanced Level Assistant

Let's face it, early life events shape our present, and contribute to a loss of connection to ourselves, family, others, and the world. A recovered sense-of-self is a prerequisite for empowerment to address these issues. And, because this disconnect initially occurs in earliest childhood, traditional "talk" therapy alone is not a sufficient approach. I am a therapist shaped by a myriad of life roles and events, including my own trauma history. I intentionally sought and hold a PhD in clinical psychology with a specialty in "somatic psychology" to underscore my own personal therapeutic experience.

Trisha Willis, LCSW, SEP, RYT

Hot Springs, AR

Licensed Certified Social Worker · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner · Registered Yoga Teacher

I am a licensed certified social worker and somatic experiencing practitioner. I have been practicing as a licensed mental health professional for over fourteen years and have been in the helping field since 2004. I graduated with my masters in social work in 2011 from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. I am a registered yoga teacher and have certificates in yin yoga, mindfulness and breathwork.

Peace of Mind Therapy & Yoga, PLLC1401 Malvern Ave, STE 180(501)385-0242 peaceofmindtherapy.yoga@gmail.comFax: (501) 430-3014

Amy Ballard, LPC, LCPC, SEP, MEd

Little Rock, AR

Master of Education · Licensed Professional Counselor · Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner · SE™ Assistant

Life is full of unexpected twists and turns that can leave us unsure of the path ahead. Perhaps you’re down or anxious or upsetting memories of the past weigh heavy on your mind and heart. These feelings may be affecting your relationships and life in general may feel like struggle. As your therapist, I believe that you already possess the innate resources to heal and my role is to help support you in this process.

811 North Grant Street, Suite 1B, Little Rock, AR 72205amyballardtherapy.com amy@amyballardtherapy.com 501-200-1444Fax: 833-206-6278In-person sessions in Arkansas; online sessions for clients in Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, and Wisconsin

Lisa Lewis, LCSW, SEP

Little Rock, AR

Licensed Certified Social Worker · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner · SE™ Assistant

My model for therapy comes from over 20 years of clinical experience and life experience. I believe that when you come to therapy you do not want to just talk about your day, but rather you want a therapist that has the skills to help you make lasting changes. In order to be a skilled therapist it is important for me to continue my education and expertise, therefore I am constantly reading, attending trainings, and seeking consultations. I aim to assist my clients with working through their struggles by helping them gain understanding of their body/mind connection.

The Pointe10421 W Markham, Suite 300, Little Rock, AR 72205501-603-2147 ext 112 rivendelllisa@yahoo.com

Becky Whetstone, PhD, LMFT, LPC, SEP

Little Rock, AR

Clinical Psychologist · Licensed Marital and Family Therapist · Licensed Professional Counselor · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor who sees adult individuals and families in private practice. I was drawn to Somatic Experiencing because of my interest in trauma work. After graduate school I was looking for more effective tools to help my clients get a deeper, lasting result, and found the work of Pia Mellody, author of _Facing Codependence_.

415 N. McKinley, Suite 540, Little Rock, AR 72205501-590-9200 becky@doctorbecky.com www.doctorbecky.com

Katie Short, MS, LPC, SEP

North Little Rock, AR

Master of Science · Licensed Professional Counselor · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

No, you shouldn’t be “over it” even though people like to tell you that. Time DOES NOT heal all wounds and healing often does not happen in a one-time event. Sometimes it takes a radical reboot to truly “move on”. Past painful events or old injustices have a way of keeping us stuck or unable to move forward. Our childhood experiences shape our bodies and minds and set the stage for how we relate to others and ourselves. The good news is that we can heal, change, grow, reorganize, and recover physiologically through healing our nervous systems.

3805 McCain Park Drive, North Little Rock, ARwww.501Counseling.comCall or Text: 501-313-0662

Bambi Parks, LCSW, RPT-S™, SEP

Maumelle, AR

Licensed Clinical Social Worker · Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S™) · EMDR Certified · EMDRIA Approved EMDR Consultant · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner · Playful EMDR Advanced Practitioner · EMDR Sand Tray Specialist

Early on in my career, I began to see patterns and behaviors that could not be explained. I saw the need to get to the root of the problem, not just a band-aid, and teach more than just skills. This is when I took interest in treating traumatic experiences. I first completed training in TF-CBT and then completed EMDR training. I began to realize how important our early experiences are, what roles attachment plays, and how crucial it is to involve the right brain in processing. This is when I completed play therapy training and obtained my RPT-S. (Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor) In my experiences, I often saw that trauma often does not have words and can be trapped in our nervous system. I am now diving deep into somatic experiencing in hope of resolving trauma, unlocking this trapped energy, and being able to help others more effectively on a day-to-day basis.

Connecting Pathways Therapy701 Murphy Drive, Ste 10 and 11, Maumelle, AR 72113bambi@connectingpathwaystherapy.com 501-273-1631

Lisa Hunt, M.Ed., LPC, RYT 200, SEP

Little Rock, AR

Master of Education · Licensed Professional Counselor · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP)

Lisa is a Licensed Professional Counselor (P1204041). She received her Master of Education degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Louisville and her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Indiana Wesleyan University. She has worked in community mental health centers and other agency environments before her current work in private practice.

Little Rock Counseling & Wellness10809 Executive Center Drive, Suite 105, Little Rock, AR 72211www.lrcplc.com 501.551.5065

Kate De Santis, LAC, RYT 500

Little Rock, AR

Somatic Experiencing Beginning Trained · EMDR certified

Our world is moving so fast and sometimes we need a place to slow down, reconnect, and heal. You may have experienced this as overthinking, perfectionism, or stress. Or perhaps feeling numb or shut down. Together we will focus on reestablishing the connection to your body and intuition to help move towards a feeling of peace.

Rise Counseling & Diagnostics12921 Cantrell Road, Ste 105, Little Rock, AR 72223Call or text: 501-346-0300kate.desantis@pediatricsplus.comFree 15 minute consultation · In person and telehealth