Jon Priest
Licensed Psychological Examiner – Independent
- Parenting Coordinator
- TF-CBT Trained
Jon earned both his Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from the University of Central Arkansas. Since being licensed in 2007, he has worked with children and their families in the school-based and inpatient hospital settings. In 2011, Jon followed God’s leading and joined his father in part-time practice at CPC, but after only a year’s time transitioned to full-time practice.
Jon has a laid back relational style that . . .
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Kenneth Priest
Licensed Psychological Examiner – Independent
- EMDR Trained
Kenneth, licensed since 1989, earned a Bachelor of Arts in Bible from Central Baptist College and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from the University of Central Arkansas. He founded CPC in 1992 as a private practice in addition to his career at Conway Human Development Center where he worked with intellectually disabled individuals and their families from 1990 until 2019. He is a Past President of the Arkansas Association of Psychological Examiners, an active member in his church by teaching and singing in choir, and is married with four children and seven grand-children. Kenneth specializes in marital therapy as well as . . .
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Andrea Self
Licensed Professional Counselor
Andrea earned both her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Science in Community Counseling from the University of Central Arkansas. She was licensed in 2001, and has spent 20 years working in community mental health.
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She has worked with a variety of clients and has experience in treating adults with issues such as depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, chronic mental illness, and substance abuse. She especially enjoys working with women who are going through transition (e.g., into the empty nest) or struggling to find joy within their season (e.g., marital dissatisfaction). Andrea connects
with clients through the therapeutic relationship and . . .
Kyle Purcell
Licensed Professional Counselor
- EFT Trained
Kyle, a Licensed Professional Counselor, grew up in Conway and earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Central Arkansas in 2007, after which he spent three years working in the Little Rock Drug Courts as a Drug Counselor. Kyle then earned a Masters of Arts degree in Biblical Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary. After graduating from DTS, he worked for Fellowship Bible Church Dallas as the Young Adult Pastor and Pastoral Counselor and has also worked for a local agency as a school-based therapist. Kyle has a wide range of experience in counseling helping adults and older children work through . . .
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Tad Tillemans, MD
Psychiatrist
Dr. Tillemans has over 17 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in a wide range of inpatient and outpatient settings. As an experienced psychiatrist and therapist, he works closely with both clients and their therapists to help treatment be as beneficial as possible.
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Dr. Tillemans has extensive experience in the field of pharmaceutical research, consulting, and advising. He also has been a sought after lecturer and trainer to doctors across the country for the past 17 years in the areas of ADHD, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia. This advanced knowledge of . . .
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Sara Whisenhunt
Licensed Professional Counselor
- Certified in Thanatology
Sara, originally from Dallas, Texas, has lived in Central Arkansas since 2016. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in psychology from Florida College in Tampa, Florida before completing her Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Central Arkansas. Sara’s passion and focus in counseling is grief and loss. She is an active member of the Association of Death Education and Counseling, and is a firm believer that grief is a common experience that binds us together in life. She is also Certified in Thanatology: Death, Dying, and Bereavement. Sara has worked with a wide array of . . .
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Michael Marsden, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
- CPT Trained
Michael is originally from Paragould, Arkansas. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in both Psychology and Music at Ouachita Baptist University in 2009, and moved to Conway to earn a masters and PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Central Arkansas. Michael worked for 7 years in a community mental health setting where he gained experience working with adults of all ages who were learning to manage symptoms ranging from mild depression and worry to more severe symptoms of depression, trauma, panic, and even psychosis. Michael highly values learning and enjoys bringing current research findings and . . .
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Christen Warnock
Licensed Professional Counselor
- Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional
Christen earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Science in Community Counseling from the University of Central Arkansas. Since being licensed in 2010, she has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in the clinic, school, and client home environments, and she enjoyed supporting other mental health providers while in a clinical supervisor role.
Christen enjoys providing a nurturing and encouraging space in which each individual can utilize their strengths and passions in combination with evidence-based tools and interventions to pursue their goals, and she views counseling as an opportunity to . . .
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Katelynn Young
Licensed Professional Counselor
- TF-CBT Trained
- EMDR Trained
- BSP Trained
Katelynn earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology and Educational Specialist degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Harding University. She has worked with children and adults in a variety of settings, including acute inpatient, intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization programs, and traditional outpatient clinics. Katelynn loves helping clients rewrite the stories they are telling themselves about their experiences in order to . . .
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Melissa Bell, APRN
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Spravato® Provider
Melissa Bell is an experienced Nurse Practitioner, who is dually certified in Family Practice and Psychiatry. She has 9 years of Advanced Practice experience in Urgent Care, Geriatrics, and Primary Care. She is certified to see all ages, but has a soft spot for adolescents and young adults.
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Melissa's preferred practice style is creating an individualized treatment plan for each patient. She achieves this by obtaining a thorough understanding of her patient's medical and psychiatric history, and then uses that information to work with them to develop a unique treatment plan together. She believes that medical, mental, and . . .
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Jason Ribbing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Jason earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Lyon College in 2001 and his Master’s in Community Counseling at the University of Central Arkansas in 2004.
Since being licensed Jason has worked with a variety of clients in several different settings, including inpatient facilities, private practice, and most recently, the University of Central Arkansas Counseling Center where he worked with young adults.
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Now in full-time private practice, Jason enjoys working with individuals who want to improve their time management skills and problem solving abilities, helping athletes, and those who are working towards improving their relationships. He utilizes . . .
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Kelsey Sandefur
Licensed Professional Counselor
- National Certified Counselor
- CPT Certified
- TF-CBT Certified
Kelsey Sandefur is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas, as well as a National Board-Certified Counselor. Kelsey received her Bachelors’ Degree in Psychology and Counseling from Central Baptist College in Conway, AR and her Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, MO. With significant trauma training and certifications, including Cognitive Processing Therapy and . . .
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Brooke Meier
Licensed Professional Counselor
Brooke earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ouachita Baptist University and Master of Science in Community Counseling from the University of Central Arkansas. Since being licensed in 2004, she has worked primarily in the school-based counseling setting, but in 2016 felt God leading her to use her training from a Christ-centered perspective. Brooke’s passion is for working with children, adolescents, and adults alike by accepting them where they are and supporting those who feel broken by providing a safe environment in a Christ-centered setting. Brooke enjoys serving in her church by working with the children and youth. She’s married with two children, relaxes by doing craft projects, and loves to go to the beach.
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Jessica Wells
Licensed Professional Counselor
- TF-CBT Trained
- BSP Trained
Jessica graduated from the master’s program at Harding University with a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2019. She has worked with a diverse client base in various settings, starting out school based and then transitioning to the outpatient clinic setting helping children, adolescents, adults, and families. Jessica loves helping people become the best version of themselves by walking beside them through their counseling journey. Jessica ultimately strives to be a light for God by helping people through their hurts, struggles, and . . .
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John Webber, MD
Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist
John grew up in southeast Arkansas in the farming community of Stuttgart. After graduating from high school, he joined the Navy and served as a member of the submarine force on the USS Dace (SSN 607). He went to the University of Central Arkansas upon being honorably discharged from the Navy, where he earned both a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology. After three years of working in community mental health in Cabot, Lonoke and Hazen and two years at the Arkansas School for the Deaf, John attended medical school at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences where he received his MD in 1996. He then completed a residency in Psychiatry with additional training in . . .
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Melissa Bell, APRN
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Spravato® Provider
Melissa Bell is an experienced Nurse Practitioner, who is dually certified in Family Practice and Psychiatry. She has 9 years of Advanced Practice experience in Urgent Care, Geriatrics, and Primary Care. She is certified to see all ages, but has a soft spot for adolescents and young adults.
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Melissa's preferred practice style is creating an individualized treatment plan for each patient. She achieves this by obtaining a thorough understanding of her patient's medical and psychiatric history, and then uses that information to work with them to develop a unique treatment plan together. She believes that medical, mental, and . . .
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Sarah Haverfield
Licensed Professional Counselor
Sarah earned a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Harding University in Searcy, AR. After receiving her license in 2005, she began working in community mental health in both clinical and school settings, primarily with kids, teens, parents and families. After having children in 2012, she began working part time and, eventually, began homeschooling her two daughters full time. Sarah has always been passionate about counseling and believes it takes an enormous amount of bravery to look at oneself and face trials, hardships, as well as shortcomings. Sarah feels honored to walk alongside anyone willing to take the steps towards healing and making progress. It has been her desire for years to apply God's truth in . . .
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Sarah Lindsey
Licensed Professional Counselor
- Parenting Coordinator
- Recognized Smart Step-family
Therapy Provider
Sarah is originally from San Antonio and has recently moved back to Texas after having lived in Little Rock since 2005. She came to Arkansas after finishing her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Colorado Christian University. Prior to returning to graduate school, Sarah worked directly with troubled teens at Youth Home, Inc. in Little Rock, and then transitioned to working with the homeless population at River City Ministry. In 2012, she completed . . .
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Anisha Hoekman
Student Therapist
Anisha, born and brought up in India, has lived in Central Arkansas since 2014. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Sociology and Literature from India, before completing her Masters in Business Administration, also in India. During this time, she worked as a missionary partner and translator to bring the Gospel into slums. She also worked with the church youth and was the children’s program director. She is currently a graduate student at the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary obtaining her Masters in Divinity in Marriage and Family Counseling.
Anisha has always been enthusiastic about counseling and . . .
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Lena Priest
Referral Liaison
Lena joined the CPC team full-time in June of 2023 after spending almost 20 years as a teacher, school counselor, and even a school bus driver! She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education and a Master's Degree in School Counseling and is a Nationally Board Certified School Counselor. She enjoys using the skills and knowledge gained in her previous career to help people in her community get connected to the counseling care and resources they need. Lena is excited to join her husband, Jon, to help run CPC's growing clinics, and will often be found around the Central Arkansas area at events telling people what CPC has to offer. While she has long been a part of the behind the scenes planning and development of CPC, she is thrilled to now be able to devote more time and energy to helping people find healing and . . .
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Emily Riecker
Office Administrator
Emily joined the CPC staff in March of 2017 to provide administrative support for our expanding practice and now oversees all reception, billing, and office management for all three CPC clinics from her Conway (Donaghey Ave.) office. She is originally from Oklahoma but has lived in Conway since 1997. When not in the office, Emily works as a small animal veterinarian providing relief services for various veterinary clinics in the area. In addition to her love of animals, she also enjoys trail running, is passionate about nutrition and fitness, and is a committed church member. We’re so blessed to have Emily’s support in helping our clients!
Hannah Freeman
Administrative Assistant
- Scheduling Support
Originally from Cabot, AR, Hannah relocated to Conway in 2018 to pursue her college education at New Life Church where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Christian Education in 2022. Hannah helps clients with schedule scheduling for all of our clinics from her office in Conway (Seraph Dr.) and, on her off time, enjoys leading worship at her Church, learning new instruments, trying out the best local coffee, and traveling whenever given the chance. She is passionate about Jesus, and seeing people understand who the Lord created them to be.
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Salina Moore
Administrative Assistant
- Billing Support
Salina recently followed God's leading and moved back to Arkansas to be closer to her family. Prior to joining CPC to use her skills in a Christ-centered environment, she worked for healthcare companies and city governments. Salina loves to be outdoors in her garden or just walking in nature and her husband, two children, and two dogs keep her very busy. Salina is passionate about sharing the fundamentals of the faith with others by facilitating Alpha courses, which answers questions about God that many people may have, no matter where they are on their journey with Christ.
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