Arlington Psychological Associates

09/04/2026

Time to meet our newest Therapist!

Lindsey Blevins is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider, and Supervisor with extensive experience in clinical care and executive health administration. Lindsey earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Development from the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay and her Master of Science in Education in School and Professional Counseling from Concordia University Wisconsin. Over the course of her career, Lindsey has served in diverse therapeutic and leadership roles across acute behavioral healthcare systems, outpatient programs, and private practice.

Lindsey’s clinical practice is grounded in empathy and evidence based care, focusing on treating the systemic causes of anxiety, depression, and trauma rather than just managing symptoms. She works extensively with children, adolescents, and adults facing life transitions, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, as someone with both personal and family experience with Type 1 Diabetes, Lindsey offers specialized health coaching for individuals and parents navigating the complex mental, emotional, and physical demands of managing T1D.

Drawing on her years in executive leadership, Lindsey also offers specialized coaching for high performing professionals and leaders facing burnout or chronic work stress. She provides a unique, peer level perspective for clients in high pressure environments, helping them establish firm boundaries, address professional friction, and transition from being overextended to achieving sustainable health and fulfillment.

Whether addressing clinical mental health needs or navigating professional leadership, Lindsey is passionate about providing the tools clients need to clear the fog and regain their momentum.

In her free time, Lindsey enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, taking family road trips, and spending time outdoors.

09/02/2026

08/28/2026

Meet Kim Scheidegger!

Kim is a licensed professional counselor and a mental health service provider who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Baylor University in Waco, TX. After a year spent working full time at a Christian camp in East Texas, Kim then earned her Master’s degree in Biblical Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary. While at DTS, Kim worked at a church in Dallas.

Since completing her education, Kim has worked in a variety of settings. Upon graduation, Kim worked at a church in the pastoral care department working alongside various recovery ministries of the church. Kim was able to grow her clinical skills in helping others through a biblical framework in this setting. Kim has also worked at Youth Villages in Memphis as a residential counselor for children and teens where she was able to conduct individual, family, and group therapy sessions every week.

For the past 12 years, Kim has worked in group and private practice. Kim has experience specifically in the areas of parental divorce, co-parenting, behavioral issues/anger, body image, eating disorders, self harm, life transitions, loss, OCD, anxiety, and depression. Kim has a cognitive behavioral orientation in her therapy while using a biblical framework and approach; giving practical solutions as well as looking at the deeper struggles that exist. She also believes that every person who comes for counseling is an individual, and she strives to understand individual needs by utilizing an array of art and play therapies, when appropriate, including sand tray therapy. Kim is passionate about the mission to help people through life’s difficulties and challenges by embracing the One that can heal. Kim also believes in the power of the local church and the importance of true Biblical community.

Kim enjoys spending time with her husband and three sons, enjoying the beauty of God’s creation; hiking, kayaking, playing, and running. Kim finds joy in being creative through cooking and art. Kim is also passionate about building into the relationships with those in her community; believing that none of us were meant to do life alone.

08/21/2026

Our next therapist is Lindsey Hightower!

Lindsey Hightower is a highly skilled and experienced therapist who has been providing exceptional mental health services for over 15 years. Lindsey graduated from the University of Mississippi with both her undergraduate and graduate degrees, and has since worked in a variety of therapeutic settings including community mental health, in-home therapy programs, acute inpatient hospital setting, partial hospitalization program, intensive outpatient program, residential program, and outpatient therapy.

Lindsey's extensive experience has allowed her to work with a diverse range of clients, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She is passionate about helping her clients navigate life's challenges and find meaningful solutions to their problems. Her commitment to providing evidence-based therapies has led to her obtaining extensive training in a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Attachment Focused Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Perinatal Mental Health Counseling, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

08/14/2026

It’s time to meet our therapists! First up is Misty Smith.

Misty Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider who has extensive experience working with individuals, children, couples, and families since 2007. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Louisiana State University and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. In addition to her Master’s degree, she has undertaken doctoral-level studies in Psychology, focusing on the Assessment and Diagnosis of Mental Disorders, Child/Adolescent Development, Psychopharmacology, various treatment modalities including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Play Therapy, and the integration of Christian Theology into mental health treatment.

Misty strives to create a welcoming, accepting, and safe space where clients feel valued and respected. She takes an integrated, holistic approach to therapy, tailoring treatment to the unique needs and goals of each client. She companions with clients to help them identify strengths, discover solutions, and emotionally heal. When working with Children, she incorporates creative play and art therapy techniques to relieve stress and expand self-expression. Her training and expertise include: ADHD and other neurodevelopmental disorders, trauma recovery and post-traumatic stress, domestic abuse, anxiety disorders, play therapy. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your family, Misty provides compassionate, individualized care to help you navigate life’s challenges.

In her free time, Misty enjoys spending time with her three daughters and fostering animals.

You can schedule an appointment with Misty by calling or texting 901-422-4002.

08/14/2026

The moments that strengthen a relationship often aren't the ones we remember most.
They're the everyday moments.
The hug before heading out the door. The "How did your meeting go?" text. The simple "Thank you" after dinner. These small acts of connection may not seem significant on their own, but over time, they become the foundation of a strong relationship.

08/05/2026

As families get ready for their Children to return to school, here are some important reminders.

07/27/2026

Our hearts are with everyone affected by the tragic shooting in Seattle this weekend. As the community begins to process this tragedy, remember that support is available.

- The NAMI HelpLine: call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text “NAMI” to 62640, available Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET. Learn more at nami.org/helpline

- If you are struggling or experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text 988, or chat online at chat.988lifeline.org. 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7.

For local resources, visit nami.org/WATraumaResources.

06/13/2026

In light of recent local news and the arrest of an individual for crimes against Children, we want to share some important information about grooming and Child sexual abuse. Awareness is one of our most powerful tools in protecting Children. Please take a moment to review the warning signs and share this with parents, educators, and caregivers in our community.

By: Emily Sparks As a parent, one of the most important tasks you face is protecting your children from harm. One of the most necessary conversations to have with your kids is about body safety, especially in terms of recognizing unsafe people and understanding the grooming cycle. While this topic c...

05/26/2026

“To help children adjust, parents are encouraged to create healthy summer routines. Activities like camps, sports, family outings and time outdoors can help provide structure and connection.”

“Getting people off of their electronics, out of their rooms, and interacting with other human beings can help people feel more connected,” she said.

“Parents should pay attention to behavioral warning signs that may signal a child is struggling, including changes in sleep, appetite, mood or anger.”

As many students across Central Virginia prepare for summer break next week, mental health experts say the shift away from the structure of school can be difficult for some children — especially th…