Freeman-Burchfield Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

12/23/2025

Sending care to those
who ache for someone they miss,
who wake up unsure of what’s next,
who sit with loneliness,
who carry health struggles quietly,
who feel like they’ll never be enough.

You are held. You matter.

12/22/2025

Lexi Madle, LCSW is accepting new clients at the Freeman Burchfield Institute (Fayetteville). She offers both in-person and tele health appointments.

Lexi specializes in trauma treatment and provides affirming, supportive care for the LGBTQIA+ community. She works with individuals ages 14+ using evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Prolonged Exposure and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

She also recently completed a 20-hour CBT training for anxiety disorders through the Beck Institute, founded by Dr. Aaron Beck, the developer of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Lexi is a well trained, experienced and compassionate therapist, ready to help!

If you are curious about therapy or ready to get started?

Reach out to learn more at:
📱 479-339-1238
✉️ Info@fbcbt.org
www.fbcbt.org

12/12/2025

Celebrating the season with the people who make what we do so meaningful. Our team brought all the joy, warmth and fun! 🎁❤️ EndlesslyGrateful!

12/03/2025

Neuroscience shows that when we’re flooded with endless information, such as 20+ faces in a day, opinions, products, lessons, our amygdala (the brain’s threat detector) works overtime.

This constant activation raises cortisol, increases anxiety and keeps our nervous system in a low-level “fight or flight” state.

And the truth is, humans weren’t built for the nonstop content cycle.

Our brains are wired for small amounts of gradual information, not loads of content within minutes.

So feeling anxious isn’t personal weakness… it’s a biological response to too much input.

If the scroll leaves you feeling on edge, that’s your brain saying:
“Too much. I need a break.”

Listening to it is not avoidance, it’s neurological self-care.

12/02/2025

Therapist Spotlight: Meg Myers, LPC!!

We are excited to highlight Meg Myers, a compassionate, skilled and deeply dedicated therapist at FBCBT. Meg is known not only for her strong clinical expertise but also for her warmth, empathy and ability to make clients feel truly seen and supported.

Meg provides evidence-based treatment for:
- Anxiety Disorders ex: OCD & Panic
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Depression
- Trauma & PTSD

She brings extensive training and experience to her work and is committed to helping clients build resilience, confidence and meaningful change in their lives.

Meg is currently accepting new clients!
📞 Call or text: 479-339-1238
📧 Email: info@fbcbt.org
🌐 Learn more: www.fbcbt.org

If you’re looking for a therapist who combines expertise with genuine care, Meg is here to help.

At Freeman-Burchfield Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, our therapists specialize in applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

12/01/2025

Holiday anxiety and OCD flare-ups don’t mean you’re failing, they mean your brain is reacting to stress.

Here’s your reminder:
- You can say no
- You can leave early
- You can take breaks
- You can choose what feels safe
- You don’t owe anyone an explanation

Your mental health is worth prioritizing 365 days a year, including during the holidays.

If you or someone you love needs support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You don’t have to go through it alone, we’re here to help.

📍 Rogers & Fayetteville
📱 call/text 479-339-1238
📧 info@fbcbt.org
🌐 www.fbcbt.org

11/24/2025

Meet Makenzie Smith! He’s a Certified Cognitive Therapist and ERP Specialist at the Freeman-Burchfield Institute in Northwest Arkansas.

With strong clinical expertise and a calm, steady presence, Makenzie helps clients navigate OCD, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts through evidence-based treatment. He is a grounded, effective guide for those working to overcome anxiety and OCD.

Contact & Scheduling
📞 Call/Text: 479-339-1238
📧 Email: info@fbcbt.org
🌐 www.fbcbt.org

11/19/2025

Now Hiring: Part-Time Administrative Assistant at FBCBT in Fayetteville

We are looking for a friendly, organized, reliable, Administrative Assistant to join our team in Fayetteville!

This part-time position is perfect for someone who enjoys helping others and being a part of a team.

Responsibilities Include:
- Answering and directing phone calls
- Scheduling and confirming appointments
- Data entry and basic record-keeping
- Light cleaning and maintaining an orderly workspace
- Assisting staff with general office tasks as needed

Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Basic computer proficiency (email, scheduling software, data entry)
- Ability to multitask and stay organized
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Understands Professional Etiquette

Position Details:
- Part-time: Monday–Thursday, 9:00a-2:00p
- Location: Fayetteville

How to Apply:
- Please send your resume to ryan@fbcbt.org

11/18/2025

You never have to “get it all together.”

Some days you’ll feel steady, and other days you’ll feel like you’re just trying to make it through, and that’s okay.

Just do the next thing and be easy on yourself.

11/17/2025

How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Help With Anxiety & OCD

Anxiety tricks your brain into thinking:
“Avoid this or something terrible will happen.”

CBT helps by showing you how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact, and teaches you to challenge unhelpful thinking.

ERP gently exposes you to feared situations or thoughts while preventing avoidance or compulsions, teaching your brain:

“I can handle this. Fear isn’t danger.”

Together, they retrain your brain, reduce fear, and help you face life instead of avoiding it.

Works for OCD, social anxiety, phobias, and other anxiety disorders.

Contact us at FBCBT for help at 479-339-1238

Email info@fbcbt.org

www.fbcbt.org

11/06/2025

Sarah Phillips, LCSW is a therapist at our Rogers office and is now accepting clients aged 11+ for mental health counseling!

Sarah is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve their goals. She works with adolescents, teens, and adults to address a wide range of mental health concerns, tailoring her approach to meet each client’s unique needs.

🌟 Now Accepting Clients 11+
🏢 Located in Rogers, AR
✔️ Most insurances accepted

📩 Email: info@fbcbt.org
📞 Call/Text: 479-339-1238