Amani Counseling & Co.
Finding Peace Through Mental Health & Wellness
Welcome to Amani Counseling & Co, where peace of mind is at the heart of everything we do. Based in Arkansas, we offer an array of counseling services tailored to individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. In addition to our counseling services, we offer specialized consulting and professional coaching services for individuals, businesses, and organizations nationwide.
Meet Our Founder, Joi McGowan, M.A., LPC
A passionate advocate for mental health with a decade of experience in the field.
Our Services
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Counseling
Supporting mental health in Arkansas for individuals, couples, families, and adolescents.
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Consultation & Coaching
Supporting mental health in Arkansas for individuals, couples, families, and adolescents.
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Community Engagement
Promoting mental health awareness through community events, curated curriculums, and CE trainings.
FAQs
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Everyone can benefit from therapy. It's not just for those experiencing trauma or mental health disorders. If you're feeling stuck, seeking personal growth, or trying to navigate life's challenges, therapy can provide valuable support.
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We provide a range of services including individual, couples, family, and adolescent counseling. Additionally, we offer professional consultation and coaching services for individuals, businesses, and organizations.
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'Amani' means 'peace' in Swahili. Our founder, Joi McGowan, chose this name to reflect her mission of helping people find peace in their lives through mental health support.
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Booking a session is easy. Simply reach out to us through our contact form, email, or call us directly to arrange an appointment that suits your schedule.
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If you're in an emergency situation, please call 911 immediately. While Amani Counseling & Co isn't an emergency service provider, we provide several crisis hotline numbers and resources on our website for immediate assistance.
Amani Merch Store
Support Our Cause with Amani Merch
Each purchase contributes to the Resilient Black Women Therapy Fund, aiding in our mission to make therapy accessible and affordable.
Meditation Mondays
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The Witness Fellows in Little Rock
Each Fellow was awarded with a capacity building grant and were finally able to spend time together and collaborate in person.
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Reflect & Connect
Amazon AWS Crystal Bridges Art Mends
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Local News
Danger grows for pregnant Black women
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Speaker
Joi delivers a talk called Hidden Disabilities: Signs & Effects of Trauma for the organization, 99 Balloons.
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Content Contributor
Joi contributes audio segments each month to The Addison App around the topics of mental health, social justice, and theology.
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Local News
Fox 24 News featured a story on how Joi is fighting to help Northwest Arkansas children heal from traumatic experiences.
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Podcast
Joi joins the Bad Seminarians Podcast to discuss the stigma of mental health challenges and how we can pursue wholeness
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Podcast Interview
Joi special guests on the Interform Podcast for a discussion after Derek Chauvin’s conviction.
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Media Feature
Joi answers 10 Essential Questions for the Finding NW AR website which is powered by the Northwest Arkansas Council.
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Panelists Discuss Race in NWA
Panelists had an online conversation Thursday about race in the country.
Joi has recently been recognized as a social weaver by local community members. She is on display in the Crystal Bridges Museum for their 10-year anniversary exhibit in Bentonville, Arkansas. She is recognized for making others feel safe, seen, and known. It was noted that she is a social weaver. An advocate, healer, and connector.
Community Recognition
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