Christian Counseling of Arkansas

05/15/2024

CCA is hiring!!
Christian Counseling of Arkansas is a private practice Christian
Counseling office located in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Our staff is composed of dedicated Christians who combine professional skills with a sensitive, Biblical approach.
We are looking for a licensed professional counselor. We are flexible with days and times and are open to discuss hours that may fit your schedule. We also have telehealth opportunities.
This position does require that you have a license in the State of Arkansas either as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT),
This position is an independent contractor position or 1099.
You will have the benefit of freedom with your schedule and working in a setting that is very calm and easy going. You will have administrative support and the care you need.
Call our office at 870-935-4102, or send your resume to:
cca4help@gmail.com

05/15/2024

CCA is hiring!!
Christian Counseling of Arkansas is a private practice Christian
Counseling office located in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Our staff is composed of dedicated Christians who combine professional skills with a sensitive, Biblical approach.
We are looking for a licensed professional counselor. We are flexible with days and times and are open to discuss hours that may fit your schedule. We also have telehealth opportunities.
This position does require that you have a license in the State of Arkansas either as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT),
This position is an independent contractor position or 1099.
You will have the benefit of freedom with your schedule and working in a setting that is very calm and easy going. You will have administrative support and the care you need.
Call our office at 870-935-4102, or send your resume to:
cca4help@gmail.com.

Christian Counseling services for emotional, behavioral, and personal challenges. Visit our website to learn more about our services.

09/27/2023

https://marriagecenterar.com/new-moms-counseling/
In addition to the many services we offer, we offer services for new moms and moms of littles. Mom life can be stressful. Let our counselors help you navigate through the changes motherhood brings. Our counselors can give you a safe place to talk about the difficulties and can be a source of support. We would love to help. Call our office at 870-935-4102 to make an appointment.

There are many worries and concerns after becoming a new mom. Thoughts of guilt, not feeling bonded with the baby, and missing your old lifestyle can often run through your mind. These can be normal responses as new mothers adjust to the life changes that come with having a child. However, depending...

04/20/2023

We can help you get that loving feeling back. Call Christian Counseling of Arkansas at 870-935-4102

03/24/2023

02/15/2023

What Kind of Adult are You Raising?

As we get caught up in the day to day routine of raising children, we can get bogged down with the tasks at hand and not focus on the “end goal.” We need to remember that the end goal is that we are raising our kids to become adults.
Parents have to decide early on what kind of adult they want their kids to become and steer them in that direction. As with any relationship, we have to be intentional about our interactions, whether it be with our spouse, sibling, best friend or parent. If we aren’t intentional about nurturing those relationships, they will fade away, or the chaos of the world will determine how that relationship will go and ultimately the direction in which your child will go.
Also, if we as parents focus ONLY on making sure our kids follow the rules, or obey, study and make good grades, which are all necessary and great qualities, we aren’t nurturing the relationship, but are instead teaching them to only value tasks, accomplishments and things of that nature. These are all wonderful and necessary, but they won’t make your adult child want to spend time with you when they are grown and out of the house. Balance is key. Having that close relationship, will also help you steer your child in the direction you have planned
for him/her.
Having a “close relationship” does not mean, giving in to their every whim and want, never saying “no,” not having them do chores, etc., because this is part of our job as parents. It only means, that you spend time with them, listen to them,
laugh and have fun, and especially being consistent in your words and actions so they can trust what you say. This also teaches them to honor you.
The Bible says in Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not turn from it. Basically, you have to determine the kind of adult you want to raise and the kind of relationship you want to have with them.
No parent is perfect! However, I feel that having a plan helps.
If you would like help building a relationship with your child, please call us at CCA 870-935-4102.

12/27/2022

Tips for Successful New Year’s Resolutions

According to an Open Al language model trained by Open Al below are some examples and tips for making your new year’s resolutions successful.

1. Set specific, achievable goals: Rather than resolving to “lose weight” or “get in shape,” set specific goals such as “lose 10 pounds”. This will make it easier to measure your progress and stay motivated.
2. Make a plan: Decide how you will achieve your goals and break them down into smaller, more manageable tasks. For example, if your goal is to exercise more, plan out specific days and times when you will work out, and choose activities that you enjoy.
3. Track your progress: Keep a record of your progress, whether it’s by keeping a journal or using a fitness tracker app. This will help you stay on track and be motivated.
4. Seek support: share your goals with friends and family. Having someone to hold you accountable and provide encouragement can make a big difference in your success.
5. Be flexible: Don’t be too hard on yourself if you have setbacks or slip-ups. Instead, use them as opportunities to learn and adjust your plans.

Let’s say your new year’s resolution is to strengthen your marriage. This may mean having regular date nights, communicating better and increasing intimacy. In order to achieve this goal, you will need to be specific.

1. We will plan to have at least one date night per month.
2. We will set aside dedicated time every evening and do a devotional together even if it is only 15 minutes.
3. I will be more affectionate to my spouse by sitting closer to my spouse and reaching for his or her hand.
4. I will give my spouse a backrub one time a week to increase closeness.
5. I will find one way to be more loving to my spouse each day. This may be sending a loving text, writing a note, giving a gift, or words of affirmation.
Remember to set specific achievable goals that focus on improving your overall connection in the relationship.

Perhaps your new year’s resolution is to increase your family bondedness.
1. Create a weekly family night tradition such as a game night, movie night or an outdoor outing.
2. Spend at least 15 minutes per day with each family member.
3. Have a family meeting one time per week to discuss positive and negative issues.
4. Have each family member pick a different person each week to show appreciation for something that person did that week.
5. Create fun memories
Remember these should be things that work for you. In order to increase your motivation to continue with your goal find the “why” behind your goals and focus on the benefits and positive outcome you will achieve if you stick with it. Try to make it enjoyable and set small achievable goals. When you make progress even if it is small give yourself a pat on the back.

If you need help, we are here to give you the support and encouragement you may need. Having someone to hold you accountable can make a difference in your success.

Christian Counseling of Arkansas
870-935-4102

12/05/2022

Your past doesn’t have to define you. We at Christian Counseling of Arkansas would love to work with you on re-writing your story. Call us at 870-935-4102 to schedule an appointment.

11/17/2022

How Do You Know if You’re Really Depressed?

If anyone had a reason to feel down in the dumps it was Diane. She was dealing with a debilitating illness, taking medication and dealing with family losses. She had three strikes against her, but was she really clinically depressed? What is depression and what makes clinical depression different from just feeling down and discouraged.
How do you know if you are really depressed or if it is time for medication? It’s true everyone does get down occasionally and may feel they are depressed. Nobody is guaranteed a life free of emotional blues, but most people don’t keep their depressed mood for more than a few days at a time. Here is a list of some symptoms that are considered clinical depression. Check any of the following you may have had over the past few weeks.
• I don’t have as much energy as I previously did
• I feel worthless and guilty
• I feel I have messed things up
• I cannot focus or concentrate
• I have difficulty making decisions
• I feel like a failure
• I feel like I am being punished
• I have lost interest in others
• I feel I look worse than I use to
• I am worried about my health
• I think about death more than ever
• Sometimes I think about taking my own life
• I am disappointed in myself
• I have gained or lost weight
• I am having difficulty sleeping
• I feel agitated and jumpy
• I am getting angry quickly
• I spend a lot of time sitting around
• Life seems hopeless
• I feel sad, or down most of the time
• I am not as interested as I use to be in my daily activities.

If you have checked all or more than 5 of the above you are advised to evaluate and possibly seek help to address your particular situation. Depression is not something to take lightly. If your life seems hopeless and this is continuing for more than a couple of weeks you might be clinically depressed. Holiday’s can be great but it can also bring out sadness for individuals who are alone or away from their family. We see the picture-perfect celebrations on television and Facebook and we think what is wrong with me and my life. If you would like to get evaluated, please feel free to call our office. If you are having su***de thoughts, please go to your nearest emergency room and seek help immediately. The su***de hot line number is 988 from your cell phone or 1 (800) 273-8255. Here at CCA we do care. Our number is (870) 935-4102.

11/14/2022

Conflict in marriage? Keeping the peace at any price?
Click on the link below to read this article from Focus on the Family for some information that can be helpful when conflict arises in your marriage.

If we avoid conflict or pretend it doesn't exist, the greater the problem will become.

11/06/2022

No Need to Worry

We all worry sometimes, but how do we know when it’s too much? If you find yourself worrying to the point of causing anxiety symptoms, such as feelings of nervousness, stomachaches, headaches, difficulty concentrating, isolating yourself or heart palpitations, these things could cause you to struggle with normal functioning. If so, you may want to learn some ways to help reduce your tendency to worry so much.

Here are some tips to help you worry less:
- Challenge your anxious thoughts. Ask yourself, what evidence do I have that this is true or that this will happen? Is this thought helping me or hurting me?
- Identify what you can control vs what you can’t control and focus on things you CAN control. This gives you a sense of empowerment, thereby reducing your anxiety symptoms.
- Be aware of and question “all or nothing thinking.” For example,
“If I get fired form this job, I’ll NEVER get another job.” This is not helpful, and it more than likely is not true.
- Learn to talk to yourself as you would a friend… If your friend were worried, you more than likely would be encouraging and uplifting. We tend to talk down to ourselves, which makes the anxiety worse.

These are just a few simple examples you can use. Anxiety can be a serious issue that can require medication or therapy to really get it under control. If you find yourself struggling with anxiety, Christian Counseling of Arkansas can help you identify where it’s coming from and also how to deal with it in a healthy manner.

Rita Dickson, LPC
870-935-4102