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Robert "Scotty" Smittle, LPC

Arkansas LPC specializing in relationships
  • Client-centered focus
  • CBT strategies
  • Family and relationship support

About Robert "Scotty" Smittle

Robert "Scotty" Smittle is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arkansas with 15 years of experience. He has worked with adults and children across a range of settings, offering support to individuals, couples, and families. His background includes experience with children and adults who have special needs, and he brings that familiarity to sessions that involve developmental or neurodiverse concerns.

Smittle integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques with a client-centered approach, tailoring interventions to each person or family. He can also incorporate a faith-based perspective when that aligns with a client's values and goals. Throughout the therapeutic process, he emphasizes the human connection between therapist and client, viewing that relationship as the foundation for meaningful progress.

Known for a practical, empathetic style, Smittle focuses on collaboration and clear goals so clients can address challenges such as anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting issues, grief, and more. He aims to create a supportive space where people feel heard and guided toward workable strategies. He looks forward to meeting prospective clients and beginning collaborative work toward their goals.

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?

Robert "Scotty" Smittle has 15 years of experience in counseling work.

Is Robert "Scotty" Smittle a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. His Arkansas license number is 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.

Client-Centered and Cognitive Approaches for Online Care



Client-Centered Therapy, sometimes called person-centered therapy, focuses on building a trusting, empathetic relationship where the individual feels understood and respected. This approach helps people explore feelings, clarify values, and find internal resources for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, using practical strategies to address symptoms like anxiety, mood challenges, and unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Robert "Scotty" Smittle works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and adapts the plan as work progresses. That collaboration helps ensure sessions remain relevant and focused on measurable steps toward improvement.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or geographic constraints. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, therapists and licensed professionals can deliver consistent care, maintain continuity between meetings, and provide options that fit different comfort levels. These modalities make it easier to access regular support and to integrate therapeutic strategies into daily life.

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