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Area of Expertise: Behavioral Health

Also called: Psychiatry; Psychology

UAMS Health is committed to working within our community to reduce the stigma of mental illness for patients and their families. Behavioral health care at UAMS Health includes a wide range of outpatient and inpatient services. Our locations are staffed with some of the most compassionate, caring and qualified doctors and therapists in Arkansas.

At UAMS Health, we use evidence-based techniques to treat mental health and addictive diseases. With such a large staff of experts, our range of services includes treating addiction, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. We also help women who are going through postpartum depression, high-risk pregnancy, addiction, infertility, or grief associated with pregnancy loss. 

2023 Best of Arkansas Winner

UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute was named 2023 Best of Arkansas Winner for Mental Health Facility by Arkansas Times. At the UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute, we treat and study various forms of mental illness and we have made a difference in the lives of thousands of people. The Psychiatric Institute is a one-of-a-kind facility that houses many of the behavioral health clinics within the UAMS Health system. 

AR ConnectNow

UAMS Health AR ConnectNow is a comprehensive behavioral health treatment program created to provide care to all Arkansans dealing with a variety of mental health issues, from substance abuse disorders to mental illnesses ranging from anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.

Cancer and Behavioral Medicine

Patients who are experiencing problems related to stress, cancer or other chronic illnesses can receive specialized care at our Behavioral Medicine Clinic. At this clinic, patients and family members receive support and learn coping skills to improve quality of life.

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  • Conditions
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Areas Within Behavioral Health

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Interventional Psychiatry

Interventional psychiatry is a rapidly growing sub-specialty in the field of psychiatry addressing issues such as depression and obsessive compulsive disorder.

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Related Resources

Common Myths Surrounding Mental Health (Video)

Mental health can have a stigma surrounding it but mental health is just like physical health and should be treated as such.

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Benefits of Mental Health Treatment (Video)

Learn about different benefits of therapy that can help you and your kid thrive.

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Talking to Kids about Mental Health (Video)

Talking to kids about mental health can feel overwhelming, but several UAMS therapists and parents break down how to do this.

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Grounding Meditation for All Ages (Video)

On Our Sleeves Clinical Director, Ariana Hoet, PhD shows us that through Grounding Meditation, you can use your five senses to get rid of negative thoughts.

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Related Conditions

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use Disorder
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Opioid Use Disorder
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Stress
  • Substance Abuse

Related Medical Treatments and Procedures

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Assessments
  • Autism Assessments
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Couples Intensive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy
  • Electroconvulsive Therapy
  • Exercise
  • Interpersonal Therapy
  • Ketamine
  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
  • Psychoanalysis
  • Psychological Evaluations
  • Sex Therapy
  • Subutex Treatment Programs

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Toby L. Belknap, M.D.

Toby L. Belknap, M.D. Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

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Jayne Bellando, Ph.D.

Jayne Bellando, Ph.D. Child and Adolescent Psychologist

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Natashia P. Bottoms, M.D.

Natashia P. Bottoms, M.D. Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

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Todd V. Brinkley, M.D.

Todd V. Brinkley, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Kyle M. Camp, M.D.

Kyle M. Camp, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Jeffrey L. Clothier, M.D.

Jeffrey L. Clothier, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Jessica L. Coker, M.D.

Jessica L. Coker, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Michael A. Cucciare, Ph.D.

Michael A. Cucciare, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Lou Ann Eads, M.D.

Lou Ann Eads, M.D. Geriatric Psychiatrist

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Kathy J. Emans, LCSW Clinical Social Worker

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Marcia L. Fuller, LPE-I

Marcia L. Fuller, LPE-I Specialist

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Shari I. Gaudette, Ph.D.

Shari I. Gaudette, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Jennifer L. Gess, Ph.D.

Jennifer L. Gess, Ph.D. Neuropsychologist

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Pamela M. Giardina, LCSW

Pamela M. Giardina, LCSW Clinical Social Worker

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Srinivasa B. Gokarakonda, M.D.

Srinivasa B. Gokarakonda, M.D. Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

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Laura K. Goodhart, Ph.D.

Laura K. Goodhart, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Amy N. Grooms, M.D.

Amy N. Grooms, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Joseph Benjamin 'Ben' Guise, M.D.

Joseph Benjamin "Ben" Guise, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Trenesha L. Hill, Ph.D.

Trenesha L. Hill, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Christopher L. 'Skip' Hoggard, LPE-I

Christopher L. "Skip" Hoggard, LPE-I Specialist

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Tiffany A. Howell, Ph.D.

Tiffany A. Howell, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Erin E. Jefferson, M.D.

Erin E. Jefferson, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Sufna  G. John, Ph.D.

Sufna G. John, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Christina J. Kehn, LCSW

Christina J. Kehn, LCSW Clinical Social Worker

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Laura Rohm, Psy.D.

Laura Rohm, Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Damon H. Lipinski, Ph.D.

Damon H. Lipinski, Ph.D. Neuropsychologist

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Maya L. Lopez, M.D.

Maya L. Lopez, M.D. Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician

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Michael J. Mancino, M.D.

Michael J. Mancino, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Andrea E. McMahon, M.D.

Andrea E. McMahon, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Glenn R. Mesman, Ph.D.

Glenn R. Mesman, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Mina D. Nguyen-Driver, Psy.D.

Mina D. Nguyen-Driver, Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Joy R. Pemberton, Ph.D.

Joy R. Pemberton, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Elizabeth A. 'Liz' Pulliam, Psy.D.

Elizabeth A. "Liz" Pulliam, Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Jeffrey M. Pyne, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Lauren B. Quetsch, Ph.D.

Lauren B. Quetsch, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Shona L. Ray-Griffith, M.D.

Shona L. Ray-Griffith, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Jon C. Rubenow, D.O.

Jon C. Rubenow, D.O. Psychiatrist

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Angela L. Scott, M.D., Ph.D.

Angela L. Scott, M.D., Ph.D. Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician

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Mary Ann Scott, Ph.D.

Mary Ann Scott, Ph.D. Neuropsychologist

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Amy D. Seay, Ph.D.

Amy D. Seay, Ph.D. Child and Adolescent Psychologist

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Allen C. Sherman, Ph.D.

Allen C. Sherman, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Chayla R. Slaton, Ph.D.

Chayla R. Slaton, Ph.D. Psychologist

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John J. Spollen III, M.D.

John J. Spollen III, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Wendy L. Ward, Ph.D.

Wendy L. Ward, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Martin R. Watts, M.D., Ph.D. Psychiatrist

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Brandi N. Whitaker, Ph.D.

Brandi N. Whitaker, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Mara E. Whiteside, Ph.D.

Mara E. Whiteside, Ph.D. Neuropsychologist

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Hannah H. Williams, M.D.

Hannah H. Williams, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Veronica L. Williams, M.D. Psychiatrist

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Karen Boyd Worley, Ph.D.

Karen Boyd Worley, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Brooke L. Yancey-Ward, Psy.D.

Brooke L. Yancey-Ward, Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Ming Hwei Yek, Psy.D.

Ming Hwei Yek, Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist

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Melissa J. Zielinski, Ph.D.

Melissa J. Zielinski, Ph.D. Psychologist

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Locations

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Psychiatric Research Institute

Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

4224 Shuffield Drive
UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

General Information
501-526-8620
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Behavioral Medicine

Behavioral Medicine Clinic

449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-686-8700
New Patients
501-686-8700
Returning Patients
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Psychiatric Research Institute

Center for Addiction Services and Treatment

4224 Shuffield Drive
UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-8400
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Psychiatric Research Institute

Child Diagnostic Unit

4224 Shuffield Drive
UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-8502
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Child Study Center Outpatient Therapy Clinic

1210 Wolfe St.
Center for Safe and Healthy Children
Little Rock, AR 72202

Appointment Phone Number
501-364-5150
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James L. Dennis Developmental Center

1301 Wolfe St.
Little Rock, AR 72202

Appointment Phone Number
501-364-1830
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Psychiatry Clinic in Fayetteville

Psychiatry Clinic in Fayetteville

3425 N. Futrall Drive
Stephens Building
Suite 103
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-713-8350
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Pulaski County Regional Crisis Stabilization Unit

3001 W. Roosevelt Road
Pulaski County District Court Building
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Number
501-340-6646
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Schmieding Developmental Center

2575 S. Gene George Blvd.
Children's Center for Health and Wellness
Suite 100
Springdale, AR 72762

Appointment Phone Number
479-750-0125
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STRIVE Clinic

3901 McCain Park Drive, Suite 102
North Little Rock, AR 72116

Appointment Phone Number
501-771-8261
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Psychiatric Research Institute

Walker Family Clinic

4224 Shuffield Drive
UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-8200
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Psychiatric Research Institute

Women’s Inpatient Unit

4224 Shuffield Drive
UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

General Information
501-526-8100
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Psychiatric Research Institute

Women’s Mental Health Clinic

4224 Shuffield Drive
UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-8201
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Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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