Rice Clinic, PA

05/12/2026

Is Tuesday feeling like Monday on repeat? Come let us help!

05/11/2026

05/08/2026

Are you a Licensed Associate Counselor looking for an internship? We are hiring! Little Rock/Pine Bluff.

05/02/2026

Starting off Mental Health Awareness Month with a reminder that mental health IS physical health. Thank you PRI for the reminder.

05/01/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Washington!

For our final speaker Sunday before the 2026 APS conference — we are honored to highlight our current APS president, Dr. Abeer Washington!

Dr. Washington is a psychiatrist board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is the owner and Medical Director of The Rice Clinic in Little Rock and Pine Bluff, as well as Medical Director of Psychiatry at Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital. 

Dr. Washington provides compassionate, patient-centered care across the lifespan. She completed both her medical degree and psychiatric residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and has been practicing since 2011 in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Dr. Washington specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, dementia, women’s mental health, and other mental health conditions. Her clinical approach is grounded in evidence-based practices while incorporating a holistic, biopsychosocial, and spiritual model of care. She is deeply committed to treating every patient with dignity and respect, ensuring individuals feel heard, valued, and supported throughout their care journey. Known for her genuine compassion and dedication, Dr. Washington prioritizes building meaningful relationships with her patients. She finds great fulfillment in helping individuals move from a place of hopelessness and despair toward progress and recovery, noting that the most rewarding part of her work is simply watching her patients get better. 

Her message to patients and families is clear: you are cared for, and you are not alone.

She has received multiple honors, including Soiree Top Docs multiple consecutive years, AY Magazine’s Most Intriguing Women, and Arkansas Business 40 Under 40.

Outside of her professional role, Dr. Washington enjoys spending time with her family, staying active through exercise, participating in outdoor activities, and enjoying quiet time with her husband.

Thank you, Dr. Washington, for your dedication and commitment!

02/28/2026

Whether anxiety, OCD, or other mental health conditions, we are here to assist. Thanks NOCD for the information!

02/19/2026

Couples Counseling•Marriage Counseling•Individual Therapy•Accepting Adult and Adolescent Clients

Looking for a therapist? Think Elizabeth P. Girouard, LPC!

Elizabeth is available for individual and couples counseling. She has extensive training in couples and marriage counseling and years of experience and training in one-on-one psychotherapy, as well.

“When it comes to matters of the heart, maybe it is time to make a change. If you are ready to take this courageous step, I would be honored to walk alongside you. We will work toward healing the things that have prevented you from all that God has for you. Let's find out how to untangle the past so you can attain freedom for your future! There is so much more ahead!”

Elizabeth graduated from University of North Texas with and Undergrad in Interdisciplinary Studies and recently completed a master’s from John Brown University in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a member of American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). She completed Emotion Focused Training by way of externship, as well as core skills 1,2,3 and 4.

Elizabeth is a devoted Christian and counsels from a Biblical perspective. She will prayerfully counsel you and your partner with the help of the "Wonderful counselor”.

Elizabeth is a mom and raised four beautiful children, three of whom are adopted. She is a lover of beautiful lakes, beaches and traveling. She prides herself as always be a lifelong learner!

Areas of counseling:
Anxiety, Depression, Distressed Couples, Life Transitions, Infertility, Adoption, Trauma, Abuse,
Codependency, Stress, Self Esteem, Grief and Loss,Addiction, Marriage and Pre-Marital
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Working with Individuals, Couples and Families. New clients welcome for in person and virtual visits!

01/30/2026

Wonderful message! But forgiveness is a process that sometimes requires therapeutic intervention to navigate. If you don’t forgive and forget easily don’t beat yourself up. It can be complicated. Let us help you in your healing journey. ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

01/28/2026

We don’t want you to brave the clinic parking lot on Wednesday, January 28th. So we will be available virtually for appointments and assistance. Stay safe!

01/26/2026

We will work remotely on Tuesday, January 27th to keep our patients and staff safe. We are available if you need us!❤️