Fort Smith Therapy

Fort Smith Therapy If you are looking for solutions to relationship issues, we can help. We provide counseling for all

Our therapist have received specialized training in Emotion Focused Therapy, EMDR, Brain Spotting and specialized Grief Training. Let us help you find solutions to all your relationship issues.

Overthinking isn’t just “thinking too much.”It’s:• Replaying conversations• Imagining worst-case scenarios• Struggling t...
04/24/2026

Overthinking isn’t just “thinking too much.”

It’s:
• Replaying conversations
• Imagining worst-case scenarios
• Struggling to turn your mind off
• Second-guessing yourself constantly

It’s exhausting.

And it’s something you can learn to manage.

📞 479-323-2424

Today we celebrate Brandi for Administrative Professionals Day!From the moment she joined our team, she has brought a se...
04/22/2026

Today we celebrate Brandi for Administrative Professionals Day!

From the moment she joined our team, she has brought a sense of calm that you can feel the second you walk in the door. She is a hard worker, a problem-solver, and truly the calm in the middle of every storm.

We are so thankful for the care and dedication she shows to our office, our therapists, and our clients every single day.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating—especially if you don’t know what to expect.Here’s what your first session usuall...
04/22/2026

Starting therapy can feel intimidating—especially if you don’t know what to expect.

Here’s what your first session usually looks like:
✔ Talking about what brought you in
✔ Sharing as much (or as little) as you’re comfortable with
✔ Getting a feel for your therapist
✔ Beginning to identify goals

There’s no pressure to have the “right words.”
Just showing up is enough.

We’re here when you’re ready.

📞 479-323-2424

We are excited to reintroduce Avanlea Chaney, LAC, with Resilient Youth Counseling.Avanlea specializes in working with c...
04/22/2026

We are excited to reintroduce Avanlea Chaney, LAC, with Resilient Youth Counseling.

Avanlea specializes in working with children, teens, and families, providing support for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. She also works with adults navigating parenting challenges and relationship concerns.

With experience as a school counselor (K–12) and training in CBT and person-centered therapy, Avanlea focuses on helping clients build resilience and develop practical, everyday coping skills.

She offers both in-person and telehealth sessions across Arkansas.

If you or your child needs support, Avanlea is here to help. Reach out today to get scheduled.

You don’t have to wait until things fall apart to go to therapy.Sometimes therapy looks like:• Wanting to feel less over...
04/20/2026

You don’t have to wait until things fall apart to go to therapy.

Sometimes therapy looks like:
• Wanting to feel less overwhelmed
• Learning how to say no without guilt
• Figuring out why you keep repeating the same patterns
• Just needing a space where it’s about you for once

You are allowed to work on yourself even when things are “okay.”

📞 479-323-2424
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There’s something powerful about having a space where:• You don’t have to have it all together• You don’t have to filter...
04/17/2026

There’s something powerful about having a space where:

• You don’t have to have it all together
• You don’t have to filter your thoughts
• You don’t have to be “the strong one”

Just a place where you can show up exactly as you are.

That’s what we aim to offer at Fort Smith Therapy—
a space that feels safe, supportive, and real.

When you’re ready, we’re here.

📞 479-323-2424

Setting a boundary doesn’t mean you’re:✖ Mean✖ Selfish✖ Pushing people awayIt means you’re:✔ Protecting your energy✔ Hon...
04/15/2026

Setting a boundary doesn’t mean you’re:
✖ Mean
✖ Selfish
✖ Pushing people away

It means you’re:
✔ Protecting your energy
✔ Honoring your limits
✔ Creating healthier relationships

Boundaries aren’t about controlling others—
they’re about taking care of yourself.

If this is hard for you, you’re not alone.
It’s one of the most common things we work on in therapy.

📞 Fort Smith Therapy | 479-323-2424

Meet Blake Pesetsky, LACIf you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just tired of carrying the same struggles, Blake is her...
04/15/2026

Meet Blake Pesetsky, LAC

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just tired of carrying the same struggles, Blake is here to help.

Blake works with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. His approach is person-centered, meaning your therapy is built around you—your story, your goals, and what actually works for your life.

For couples, Blake is trained in Level 1 Gottman Method Couples Counseling, a research-based approach designed to improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen relationships.

Clients often describe his sessions as straightforward, supportive, and judgment-free—a place where you can show up honestly and start making real progress.

With over 10 years of real-world experience and a Master’s degree in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from Southern Arkansas University, Blake brings both knowledge and life perspective into the therapy room.

If you’re ready to take that first step, we’re here when you’re ready.

📞 Call or text: 479-323-2424
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04/14/2026

Update: This is an Entry Level Position

We’re Hiring: Administrative Assistant

Fort Smith Therapy is seeking a reliable, organized Administrative Assistant to join our team.

Schedule:
Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Pay:
Compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

This position is becoming available as our current team member transitions out to focus on her family. We are looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and able to help keep our office running smoothly while supporting both clients and clinicians.

Responsibilities may include:
• Answering phones and scheduling clients
• Verifying insurance benefits
• Managing front office tasks and client communication
• Maintaining a welcoming and professional environment

If you are interested in joining a supportive and meaningful work environment, please send your resume to:
📧 Office@fortsmiththerapy.com

We hear this a lot in therapy:“I’m fine.”But sometimes it means:• I’m overwhelmed• I don’t want to burden anyone• I don’...
04/13/2026

We hear this a lot in therapy:
“I’m fine.”

But sometimes it means:
• I’m overwhelmed
• I don’t want to burden anyone
• I don’t know how to explain it
• I’m holding it together… barely

You don’t have to translate your feelings alone.

At Fort Smith Therapy, we help you slow down, sort through it, and finally put words to what’s been sitting under the surface.

📞 479-323-2424

Therapy Truth Friday:Healing doesn’t always look like progress.Sometimes it looks like:• Saying no when you used to say ...
04/10/2026

Therapy Truth Friday:

Healing doesn’t always look like progress.

Sometimes it looks like:
• Saying no when you used to say yes
• Speaking up when you stayed quiet
• Resting instead of pushing through

It may feel uncomfortable… but that doesn’t mean it’s wrong.

Midweek check-in:How are you… really?Not the automatic “I’m fine.”Not the version everyone else sees.Just you.If this we...
04/08/2026

Midweek check-in:

How are you… really?

Not the automatic “I’m fine.”
Not the version everyone else sees.

Just you.

If this week feels heavy, you’re not alone.
Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is admit it’s hard.

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2408 S 51st Court Suite G
Fort Smith, AR
72903

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14793232424

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Welcome

In counseling, we believe a person should feel safe and respected. I have a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and Community Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional. Play is a way for the family to connect even when a connection with their child (biological, foster or adoptive) can seem impossible. I am passionate about helping others find their inner peace. I decided to open Fort Smith Therapy because I wanted a clinic that specialized in treating the whole person and their family, not just the symptoms. The therapist that work at Fort Smith Therapy are hand picked because of their passion and ability to help people work through their hardest pain and memories.

At Fort Smith Therapy, we want you to be the best you ever. We do not want you to be stuck in counseling for years with no resolutions. The therapists at Fort Smith Therapy have went above and beyond to attend the best trainings for therapists. They are trained in Emotion Focused Therapy, Brain Spotting, EMDR, Art Therapy and Play Therapy.

If you are having issues with trauma, depression, anxiety, or even issues in your relationships, Fort Smith Therapy is your one stop shop. The therapist all have their own specialities. Fort Smith Therapy have therapists for children, adolescents, adults and couples. At Fort Smith Therapy you will find solutions to all your relationship issues, even your relationship with yourself.