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Robert "Scotty" Smittle, LPC

Arkansas LPC focused on relationship and personal growth
  • CBT and client-centered therapy
  • Adults and children
  • Faith-based options available

About Robert "Scotty" Smittle

Robert "Scotty" Smittle is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arkansas with 15 years of experience working with adults and children in individual, couples, and family settings. He has particular experience supporting adults and children with special needs and approaches care with a blend of cognitive-behavioral techniques and client-centered methods. He can also incorporate a faith-based perspective when that aligns with a person’s preferences.

Smittle emphasizes the human connection at the center of therapy - he views a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for progress and meaningful change. His work focuses on meeting people where they are, offering practical tools from evidence-based approaches while attending to each person’s unique values and life circumstances.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor - a state-issued credential that authorizes clinical counseling practice - he brings a steady, collaborative approach to sessions and aims to create an environment where clients feel understood and supported. He looks forward to meeting prospective clients and exploring a path toward the goals they bring to therapy.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

LGBTRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Robert "Scotty" Smittle have?

He has 15 years of experience.

Is Robert "Scotty" Smittle a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LPC credential. License details: AR LPC P1311104.

In which languages does Robert "Scotty" Smittle provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Robert "Scotty" Smittle located?

He is located in Arkansas.

How can I work with Robert "Scotty" Smittle as my therapist?

You can work with Robert "Scotty" Smittle through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Robert "Scotty" Smittle work with international clients?

Robert "Scotty" Smittle does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Robert "Scotty" Smittle cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit?

Many people consider whether online therapy can produce real benefits. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for many people.

One clear advantage is flexibility - individuals can connect with therapists in the way that suits them best, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity during transitions.

Licensed professionals offer the same therapeutic approaches remotely as they do in person, and clients can change therapists if they are seeking a different fit. For those weighing whether online therapy is appropriate, considering access, comfort with technology, and preferences for communication style can help determine the best path forward.

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