My approach begins with listening.
I believe effective counseling starts by understanding your experiences, your challenges, your strengths, and what you want your life to look like moving forward.
My goal is to provide a supportive environment where you can speak openly, develop greater understanding, and discover practical ways to create meaningful change.
Arthur Stokenbury is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselor with a Clinical Mental Health specialization from Henderson State University.
He is a retired U.S. Infantry Sergeant and has professional experience working with trauma, substance abuse, rehabilitation, and DWI-related treatment.
His professional background includes extensive experience helping individuals navigate difficult and complex circumstances.
The current site states that 14 of the past 18 years of his professional experience have involved criminal rehabilitation and DWI-related treatment.
Helping clients understand and work through the effects of traumatic experiences.
Supporting individuals who want to understand and change patterns involving alcohol or other substances.
Working toward healthier coping strategies and sustainable change.
Helping couples and individuals improve communication, connection, trust, and emotional safety.
My own military background provides an additional perspective when working with veterans and individuals navigating military-related experiences or transitions.
Retired U.S. Infantry Sergeant.
The current site lists military awards including Army Commendation Medals, Army Service Ribbon, Purple Heart, Army Achievement Medal awards, and an Army Commendation Medal with Valor device.
I'd put these lower on the page rather than near the top. They establish credibility, but prospective clients first want to understand who you are and how you can help them.
To help you understand where you've been, navigate where you are, and move toward where you want to be.
Reclaim your life.
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