Fort Smith Therapy

Play Is a Child’s Language
Children do not always have the words to explain what they feel, what they fear, or what they need.
Play therapy gives children a developmentally appropriate way to express feelings, build coping skills, practice problem-solving, and work through challenges in a safe therapeutic relationship.
To adults, it may look like play.
To children, it is communication.
To a trained therapist, it is meaningful work.

A lot of people wonder what therapy actually looks like.

Therapy is not about being judged, told what to do, or having to explain everything perfectly. It is a space where you can talk honestly, process what you are carrying, and learn tools to manage stress, emotions, relationships, and life transitions.

Therapy can look different for each person, but the goal is the same: support, healing, insight, and growth.

Fort Smith Therapy Is Seeking a Licensed Therapist

Fort Smith Therapy is accepting resumes from fully licensed mental health therapists to join our established group practice in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity. The position is well-suited for a clinician who values autonomy, professionalism, and the support of an established practice setting.

What We Offer:
Office space in a professional clinical environment
Established referral flow
Administrative support
Billing and insurance claim support
Flexible scheduling
Opportunity to build a caseload

Applicants must:

Hold an active Arkansas license that permits independent practice, such as LPC or LCSW.
Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and strong communication skills.
Maintain appropriate documentation and ethical standards.
Show emotional maturity and the ability to navigate workplace concerns constructively.
Contribute to a respectful, collaborative practice environment.
Be committed to providing high-quality client care.

To Apply:
Please submit your résumé and a brief letter of interest to:
[email protected]

Fort Smith Therapy, Health and Wellness Counseling services for individuals, couples, children, and families in Fort Smith, Arkansas, both in-person and online for Arkansas residents.

You do not have to wait until everything feels unmanageable before reaching out for support.

Therapy can be a safe place to talk through what feels heavy, confusing, painful, or overwhelming. You do not have to have the “right words” or know exactly where to start.

Sometimes the first step is simply saying, “I think I need help.”

Fort Smith Therapy is here to support you when you’re ready.

We are pleased to announce our presence at the 2nd Annual Mental Health Fair, situated outside River Valley Fitness. Please visit us. We are giving away a complimentary basket of relaxing items. You don’t have to be present to win.

Happy Friday!

Before the weekend gets busy, take a moment to check in with yourself:

What do I need more of this weekend — rest, connection, quiet, movement, or joy?

Small moments of care can make a big difference in your mental health.

We hope you do something kind for yourself this weekend.

Fort Smith Therapy
Call or text: 479-323-2424

Please help us welcome Kimberly Butcher to Fort Smith Therapy!

Kimberly is completing her counseling internship with us while pursuing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Liberty University.

She brings a compassionate heart, advocacy experience, and a passion for supporting children, adolescents, families, and individuals working through trauma, emotional challenges, and life transitions.

We are excited to have Kimberly as part of the Fort Smith Therapy team!

Intern sessions are available for as low as $5 per session. A sliding fee scale does apply.

To schedule an appointment, contact Fort Smith Therapy @ 479-323-2424 or fortsmiththerapy.com

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

We are grateful for their sacrifice and for the freedoms we have because of them.

❤️ We remember.
🤍 We honor.
💙 We are grateful.

Mother’s Day can bring joy, gratitude, grief, stress, longing, or a mix of all of them at once.

Today, we honor:
🌷 the moms doing their best
🌷 the women grieving mothers or children
🌷 the foster and adoptive moms
🌷 the stepmoms and grandmothers
🌷 the exhausted moms
🌷 the moms healing while raising others
🌷 and those who wish this day felt different

There is no “perfect” way to mother, and there is no “correct” way to feel today.

Be gentle with yourself.
You are allowed to celebrate, grieve, rest, remember, or simply make it through the day.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Fort Smith Therapy 💙