Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center

Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center, located in Paris, Arkansas, is an outpatient facility dedicated to providing specialized mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) services for children and adolescents. Recognizing the unique developmental needs of younger clients, the center offers comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions designed to support their emotional growth, behavioral health, and overall well-being. Their mission is to foster resilience and healthy development in the youth of Western Arkansas.

The center employs a broad spectrum of evidence-based therapies to address various challenges. These include individual 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy to engage the entire support system, and Trauma-Specific Therapy for those impacted by past experiences. Additionally, they offer Life Skills training, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Twelve Step Facilitation. For clients requiring flexibility, Online Therapy and Relapse Prevention Counseling are also available, alongside Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Motivational Interviewing.

Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center is committed to empowering children and adolescents to navigate mental health difficulties and overcome substance use challenges. By providing a nurturing environment and a diverse range of therapeutic tools, they help young individuals build essential coping skills, improve family dynamics, and pave the way for a brighter, healthier future within their community.