
Dr. Scott Butler
Practical, goal-focused counseling
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Practical, goal-focused counseling
Start with Dr. Scott ButlerLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Dr. Scott Butler is a licensed professional counselor in Arkansas with 22 years of clinical experience. He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Louisiana State University and both a master’s degree and a Ph.D. in mental health counseling from the University of New Orleans.
He is licensed to practice as a professional counselor in Arkansas; his license is registered as AR LPC P1902019. His clinical approach is grounded in cognitive-behavioral theory - a goal-oriented, hands-on method that emphasizes practical steps for solving problems.
Throughout his career he has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including hospitals, crisis intervention hotlines, nonprofit organizations, and as a preferred provider for local and state agencies. He has more than 20 years of experience in adoption and foster care work, has served as an expert witness in criminal and civil cases, and is the author of the novel king cake baby.
In practice he typically conducts 45-minute sessions and asks prospective clients to provide their full name and an emergency contact name and number to facilitate professional counseling. He has been married for 30 years and is the father of three daughters - one who is an attorney, one who is a licensed professional counselor working toward a Ph.D., and a youngest daughter who is a junior in college.
Dr. Butler presents himself as a trained listener who reflects information back to clients and offers step-by-step guidance aimed at moving people beyond the issues that brought them to therapy. He seeks to provide the right therapeutic fit so clients can make meaningful progress more quickly.
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can actually help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, research and clinical experience indicate that online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care.
One major advantage is flexibility - clients can choose the format that fits their needs and schedule, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to keep appointments and maintain continuity of care when life gets busy.
Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients have the option to change therapists if they seek a different fit. For many people, virtual sessions offer a practical way to access consistent, goal-focused support without sacrificing quality of care.