About
If you've spent years in therapy but still feel stuck, I understand how frustrating that can be. You want to move forward, not just keep talking about your life without getting anywhere. Maybe your mind races at night when all you need is sleep, or you get easily distracted at work when focus matters most. Perhaps you feel guilty over getting angry about small things, and you watch people who seem naturally cool, calm, and collected, wondering how they found that kind of peace. I help people who struggle with anxiety, stress, and overwhelm find their calm. When your brain is overloaded, there are real ways to create change through integrative approaches that support the body, mind, and spirit together. I use counseling, neurofeedback, and brain health supports to equip you with practical tools that can actually shift how your brain works and empower your everyday life. I've seen how alternative approaches to mental wellness can transform things for the people I work with, helping them genuinely flourish. Building more focus, peace, and resilience is possible. Sometimes we just need to try something different than what we've always done. Reach out to me today to schedule your free consultation so you can start flourishing too. Specialties: I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, stress, and the feelings of overwhelm that can create difficulties both for you and those in your relationships. Together, we will explore the areas that need improvement and find practical tools to equip you along the way. I am experienced with relationship dynamics, and we will work on strategies to change how anxiety and stress impact your connections with others. I also offer neurofeedback, a powerful approach that many of my clients find brings noticeable improvement within five to ten sessions. Credentials & Experience: I bring 4 years of clinical experience to my practice, with specialized training in perinatal and maternal mental health, brain health coaching, and integrative medicine for mental health. My personal experience with adoption and parenting neurodiverse children deepens my understanding and strengthens the compassionate, informed care I provide.
"At Optimize Wellness, LLC, you can choose traditional counseling on its own or combine it with neurofeedback and brain health approaches for a more comprehensive path to well-being. Neurofeedback is an evidence-based technique that helps train your brain to function in healthier, more balanced patterns. Brain health approaches support your overall cognitive and emotional wellness through lifestyle and wellness strategies. I frequently incorporate somatic and polyvagal exercises into our work together — these are body-based practices that help calm your nervous system, regulate stress, and create a lasting sense of safety. I also draw on interpersonal neurobiology, a therapeutic approach that explores how your mind, brain, and relationships all shape one another, so you walk away with practical tools for both your mind and body."
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Services & Pricing
Free Consultation
15 min · Online, In Person
Individual Therapy
50 min · Online, In Person
Sliding scale available.
Couples Therapy
50 min · Online, In Person
Sliding scale available.
Qualifications
Verified by Calm at Home
Licensed · MA, LAC, BCN-L, CPLC
Kara Blankenship · Verified May 2026
Education and Years in Practice
Attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, MA in Marriage and Family Counseling in , Graduated 2005
Additional Credentials
Membership from Professional Christian Coaching Institute
2016
Membership from Biofeedback Certification International Alliance - Board Certified Neurofeedback Therapist
2025
Insurance & Policies
I am an out-of-network provider and do not accept insurance. I offer a sliding scale fee for those with financial need. Contact me to discuss your options.
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Available both in-person and online
109 N. 48th St.
Springdale, AR, 72762 map
At Optimize Wellness, LLC, you can choose traditional counseling on its own or combine it with neurofeedback and brain health approaches for a more comprehensive path to well-being. Neurofeedback is an evidence-based technique that helps train your brain to function in healthier, more balanced patterns. Brain health approaches support your overall cognitive and emotional wellness through lifestyle and wellness strategies. I frequently incorporate somatic and polyvagal exercises into our work together — these are body-based practices that help calm your nervous system, regulate stress, and create a lasting sense of safety. I also draw on interpersonal neurobiology, a therapeutic approach that explores how your mind, brain, and relationships all shape one another, so you walk away with practical tools for both your mind and body.
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