Our Counselors | Oaks Counseling

Savannah Conner

PH.D, LPC, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 479.799.4720 | SAVANNAH@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

Oaks Counseling began in 2011 and it has been one of my greatest honors to watch it develop into a place where people of all ages and backgrounds can receive counseling I have found that life is messy, but also filled with such beauty. Someone once said, “protest the chaos with something beautiful” and I think that is what the counseling journey is about; taking that which is broken in our lives and trying to make sense of it all. I received my masters in Community Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy from John Brown University. I earned my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision through Regent University in August of 2014. My experience is in working with adolescents, women who are struggling with infertility, relationships where conflict and intimacy are a struggle, anxiety, depression, and grief.

Shelli Engle

MSW, LCSW| 479.310-9090 |SHELLI@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

During the counseling process, my goal is to meet you where you are and to help you navigate through the difficulties of life successfully. I come to you with experience working in various settings including inpatient and outpatient therapy. Within each of those settings, I have worked with a diversity of populations including children, adolescents, adults, and families. My passion is working with women of all ages, dealing with various issues, including, but not limited to depression, anxiety, bi polar, grief, trauma, health and lifestyle issues, relationships, and job related stress, as well as continuing my work with children, adolescents, and their families. I utilize various therapeutic techniques in therapy, and attempt to focus on the individual needs of each client. I obtained my Master’s in Social Work, at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Carrie Henry

LMFT-S, LPC-S, REAT | 479.445.3407 | CARRIE@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

“Should you shield the canyons from the windstorms, you would never see the true beauty of their carvings.” Elizabeth Kubler-Ross

Since I’ve discovered we can’t prevent life’s windstorms, I’ve learned the hard way to sit with the pain of the carvings and honor the beauty that is revealed. I’ve come to believe that we heal in relationship – with others and with ourselves, and have over 20 years of clinical experience working from Family Systems and Internal Family Systems (IFS) perspectives. I am trained in EMDR and certified in Expressive Arts Therapy, and have additional training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). The process of becoming a Registered Expressive Arts Therapist made me a strong believer in the benefits of using mindfulness principles in connection with visual arts, movement, music, and creative writing. My work tends to focus on helping others experiencing eating disorders, grief, trauma, infertility, issues of spirituality and religious trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Arkansas and my master’s degrees in Marriage & Family Therapy and Community Counseling from John Brown University. In addition to counseling I am also an Arkansas Board Approved Supervisor for LACs and LAMFTs and enjoy helping new therapists in their clinical and professional development.

Leah Jacobs

MS, LAC | 501.416.8382 | LEAH@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

Life, with all its challenges, certainly is not easy. We all need help navigating the more difficult seasons. It is my passion and, I believe, my calling to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space for my clients to share their struggles. In our fast-paced world, caring for ourselves is often made a lower priority; whether you are experiencing a traumatic time of grief or simply struggling to maintain balance in your everyday life, counseling can play a vital role in helping you reach emotional peace. I earned my masters degree in Counseling at John Brown University. I do not take lightly that people choose to share their lives with me; I consider it an incredible honor to play that role in your life.

Patrick Henry

MS, LMFT-s, LPC-s | 479.445.3408 | PATRICK@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

The Two Mountains metaphor best describes how I see the counseling relationship. I am a fellow traveler on this journey called life. We are both on this journey. We each have a mountain to climb. You’re on your mountain over there and I’m on my mountain across the valley over here. We’re both part of the way up our mountains and neither of us have “arrived”. But I can see you over there on your mountain and I can see your struggle. My perspective from over here (that is my objectivity, my own life experience, and my education and training) allows me to see you on your path. I can see the path ahead of you as well as your barriers and possible routes forward in a way that is hard for you to see from where you are. I aim to help you gain perspective, stop the struggle, and start living a valued-driven life that you’re excited to live. I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a range of concerns. Some of these are family issues/blended family issues, parenting, divorce, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, impulse control, disruptive/oppositional behavior, spirituality and deconstruction. I work primarily from Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy perspectives. I earned master’s degrees in Marriage and Family therapy and Community Counseling and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I am also a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor and am happy to provide supervision to provisionally licensed clinicians.

Brandi Harris

MS, LPC, LMFT | 918.261.3194 | BRANDI@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

I am real person; a real mom and wife chasing the balance of life, love, and truth. I love people, as difficult as they are at times, and I have a heavy heart for those weighed down by the pain of life and loss. I especially enjoy working with clients who are dealing with relationship and parenting struggles – as parenting has probably been the most humbling (or should I say humiliating?) experience of my own life. I am an LPC and LMFT, and have been practicing since 2007. I received a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Tulsa and an M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy and Community Counseling from JBU.

Cindy Palen

MA, LPC, NCC | 479.222.1711 | CINDY@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

When life seems overwhelming, and negative thoughts tend to prevail, we sometimes need help navigating through these troubled times. My passion in counseling is to help you overcome obstacles to your peace of mind. I seek to provide a confidential, non-judgmental space for you to work through hardships and distress. I work with both adults, adolescents and children who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and grief. It is one of my desires to help people work through past or present trauma. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as other trauma-focused techniques. I have a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Missouri State University, and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). It is my hope that all who struggle will find the peace and restoration they desire.

Mollie Reddin

MS, LPC | 479.274.0963 | MOLLIE@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

It is a privilege to join others through the counseling process. I seek to provide a non-judgmental and accepting presence while providing excellent care, practical tools, and hope. I work with children and adults, treating a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, and identity development. I work within an Acceptance & Commitment Therapy approach, seeking to support clients as they build a life of authenticity and meaning.

When working with children, I integrate child-centered play therapy, sand tray therapy, and CBT. I received my master’s degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Play Therapy from John Brown University. My professional experience includes community clinic, non-profit agency, and university counseling center settings.

Beth Rogers

MS, LAC | 479.957.5862| BETH@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

I love a good story. Every person’s life tells a story with chapters of joy, grief, surprise and pain. I believe in the value of hope in the midst of our struggles and have seen counseling provide space for such hope. I believe that counseling is a tool that serves to promote personal growth, healing and change. My approach to therapy is centered around the idea that people are separate from their problems. I believe that you have the skills and ability to rewrite your story; my role is to help you find your voice. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples who are processing challenges big and small. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, issues of identity or are overwhelmed with it all, your story matters and I would be honored to work with you.

Kristen Smith

MS, LPC, LMFT | 479.861.1510| KRISTEN@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

The fact that you are reading these words and considering counseling is commendable, as the counseling process can be difficult and painful. Yet, you are braver than you think you are! I have discovered over my past 14 years of experience in the Mental Health field, that my clients are some of the bravest people I know. Walking alongside them in this unique journey is an honor; to cheer them on, to challenge them, to offer them hope, to console them, and most of all, to see them transform and heal.

I am an LMFT and LPC and I completed my dual masters degree of Marriage and Family therapy and Community Counseling from JBU. I love working with people of all ages and have a wide variety of experience including School-Based Counseling, Social Service work, and Private Practice. I mostly practice from a Solution-Focused model of counseling and incorporate EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) within marital therapy. I am certified in Prepare and Enrich and enjoy doing premarital and marital enrichment.

For a decade of my life, I lived overseas as a missionary in Spain. I understand the unique challenges involved in life overseas and the process of repatriation as a family. Beyond my own personal experiences, I have also counseled many missionary, military, and multicultural families. Of course, another added benefit of having lived in Spain, is that I speak Spanish! I enjoy working with Spanish speaking clients as well as multicultural clients from other countries learning to adapt to a new culture.

Some of my other areas of emphasis include; grief counseling, infertility, marital therapy, family therapy anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I am also Technology-assisted specialized in the State of Arkansas, allowing me to offer online counseling.

Roxanne Ross

MS, LPC, LMFT | 918.900.2358| ROXANNE@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

I love meeting clients and am honored to be trusted with your life story. It is my hope to bring compassion, understanding, and empathy to the therapy experience, as I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most essential element in therapy.

Since receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish from the University of Arkansas and a Master of Science in Community Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy from John Brown University, I’ve worked over 15 years in community mental health, school settings, and private practice. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Utilizing client-centered and cognitive behavior therapy techniques, my passion is working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples dealing with adjustment, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.

If you’re looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to walking alongside you in a safe, supportive environment.

Tara Flemming

MHC | | TARA@OAKSCOUNSELING.NET

I am inspired by my clients who have the courage to come into counseling, and I consider it a privilege to join them in their path of self-discovery and healing. In our increasingly complex and isolated world, I believe that facing life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, and other mental health concerns, are best approached together in a nurturing and judgment-free environment. I’m continually humbled by our innate capacity to heal and grow when we embrace vulnerability and work through our pain and difficulties. Life can be tough, but witnessing my clients’ bravery in sharing their feelings of brokenness and their transformation of increased resilience in the face of adversity never ceases to inspire me.

My journey in counseling began with a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from John Brown University. I’m trained to work with individuals of all ages, including children, teenagers, and adults. My expertise includes Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and individuals. I’m passionate about integrating creative techniques like sand tray therapy and art when they resonate with the client’s needs. Additionally, I’m an Advanced Certified Neurofeedback Trainer. Neurofeedback is a holistic therapeutic approach that utilizes real-time monitoring of brainwave activity that empowers individuals in learning how to self-regulate their brain function. Research shows that this brain training leads to improved mental health and cognitive performance. It is essentially a workout for the brain. I have seen incredible results in my own life and in the lives of my clients. You can learn more about this powerful tool on my website at SparkNeurofeedback.com.

I’m here to support you on your journey and look forward to connecting with you.

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