JOSHUA NEWMAN, M.A., LPC counseling services

WELCOME You have reached the website for Joshua Newman, licensed professional counselor. Here you will find information about the services that I offer to individuals, couples, families, and organizations. You will also find information about mental health and psychology as well as links to both online and local resources. The doors of my practice have been open since 2005 and I have worked in the mental health field for over 12 years. It is both an honor and a pleasure to serve the people of Northwest Arkansas. I look forward to your call.

Treatment Philosophy

My philosophy of treatment is holistic, eclectic, and practical. As I work, I consider the whole person - mind, body, and spirit - and that point of view guides my treatment decisions. I consider myself to be an eclectic practitioner and so I use multiple therapies - psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and existential. I also draw from the deep wells of art and meditation as supplements to counseling (this is known as Transpersonal Psychology). Ultimately, I aim to be practical and so I tend to stick with interventions that consistently work. My approach can be described as East-West, as I am trained in both the current, research-guided trends of Western Psychology as well as in the ancient, time-honored, contemplative practices of Eastern Philosophy. Lastly, I believe in the importance of ongoing collaboration with other health care providers.

Counseling Style

The foundation of an effective, satisfying counseling experience is a balanced, working relationship between counselor and client. This is achieved through skillful communication, empathy, and respect. My counseling style is both supportive and confrontational. In my experience, people benefit from both being validated and being challenged. I always seek to understand where my clients are coming from and what they hope to gain from therapy. My treatment plans are culturally-sensitive, and highly individualized to accurately address the needs of each individual, couple, and family.

Personal Statement

It is my intention to help others through empowerment. With compassion, courage, and creativity, we can improve our community and be of service to the world at large.

JOSHUA NEWMAN, LPC