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Expert Mental Health Therapy in Little Rock, AR
Central Arkansas Psychological Services provides comprehensive mental health care through evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs. Our team specializes in addressing complex psychological conditions including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress through cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies. With expertise in forensic psychology, we offer psycholegal evaluations for criminal and civil cases, including competency assessments and risk analysis. Our clinicians combine academic rigor with practical experience to deliver strategic guidance that helps clients overcome mental health challenges. We prioritize personalized care, utilizing diagnostic clarification and psychoeducational assessments to create targeted treatment plans.Our services extend to professional burnout and interpersonal difficulties, supporting clients in achieving long-term wellness. The practice maintains strong academic connections through ongoing research and publications in leading psychological journals. We emphasize accessibility to mental health resources, offering consultations for individuals experiencing acute psychological distress. Our approach integrates scientific understanding with compassionate care to help clients articulate personal values and establish meaningful life trajectories. The team remains committed to advancing psychological science through professional engagement at national and international conferences.
Services
Psychotherapy
Psychological Assessments
Forensic Evaluations
Trauma Treatment
Depression Therapy
Anxiety Management
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies
- Our team provides specialized forensic psychological evaluations
- Clinicians maintain active research and academic affiliations
- We address complex conditions including trauma and professional burnout
- Personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive diagnostic assessments
Services
Psychotherapy
Evidence-based treatment combining cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral approaches to address depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders. Our therapists help clients develop coping strategies and improve emotional regulation. Treatment focuses on modifying negative thought patterns and building resilience for long-term mental wellness.
Psychological Assessments
Comprehensive diagnostic assessments for mental health conditions including personality disorders and learning disabilities. We provide psychoeducational testing and diagnostic clarification to inform personalized treatment plans. Our evaluations help identify underlying factors affecting mental health and functioning.
Forensic Evaluations
Specialized psycholegal consultations for criminal and civil cases, including competency evaluations and risk assessments. Our experts assess mental status at the time of offenses and provide court testimony. Services include juvenile transfer evaluations and parental fitness assessments.
Trauma Treatment
Targeted interventions for trauma survivors using evidence-based therapeutic techniques. We address intrusive memories, flashbacks, and dissociative symptoms through structured therapy sessions. Treatment focuses on processing traumatic experiences and developing healthy coping mechanisms.
Anxiety Management
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders including panic attacks and social phobias. Our therapists teach practical skills to manage physical symptoms and reduce avoidance behaviors. Treatment incorporates mindfulness techniques and cognitive restructuring to alleviate chronic anxiety.
People
Dr. Hugo Morais
Clinical Psychologist
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University with specialized training in forensic assessment and severe mental illness treatment. Former faculty member at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences with publications in leading psychological journals.
Dr. Brittani Baldwin
Clinical Psychologist
Experienced forensic psychologist with expertise in psycholegal evaluations and risk assessment. Active participant in professional psychological associations with extensive experience in both outpatient and institutional mental health settings.
Questions
What types of mental health conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treating depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, and professional burnout using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Do you offer forensic psychological evaluations?
Yes, we provide comprehensive psycholegal evaluations including competency assessments, risk analysis, and parental fitness evaluations for criminal and civil court cases.
What therapy approaches do your clinicians use?
Our psychologists primarily use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to address a wide range of mental health concerns.
Are psychological assessments available for learning disabilities?
Yes, we offer psychoeducational assessments to evaluate learning disabilities and cognitive functioning as part of our comprehensive psychological evaluation services.
