Northwest Arkansas Psychiatry, a MANA Clinic

08/03/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Aubrie Hanson to NWA Psychiatry! Dr. Hanson will treat adults of all ages with depression, anxiety, ADHD, psychosis, eating disorders, and more, with special training in perinatal mental health and integrative psychiatry. She incorporates therapy approaches like psychodynamic psychotherapy, CBT, and ACT into her treatment plans, and her unique background in food science shapes her whole-person approach, blending nutrition and lifestyle habits with evidence-based psychiatric medicine.

Make sure to drop a comment below to welcome her to the team, and visit https://mana.md/doctors/hanson-aubrie-d-md/ to learn more about Dr. Hanson and to request an appointment!

07/30/2026

Can stress actually make you sick? Let's talk about it!

Stress is your body's natural response to pressures and threats, and in small doses, it keeps you alert and focused. But when stress becomes constant, your body stays stuck in high-alert mode, and that's when it can start to take a real toll. Frequent or chronic stress has been linked to poor sleep, fatigue, inflammation, and much more. Whether it's work, finances, health, relationships, or everyday life piling up, you are not alone. Understanding how stress can affect your health is the first step toward protecting your well-being and recognizing the importance of self-care, relaxation, and mental health.

Check out our blog post at https://mana.md/can-stress-make-you-sick-the-science-behind-stress-illness-and-long-term-health-risks/ to learn more about the health problems linked to chronic stress.

If you think chronic stress is affecting you, MANA is here to help. Through our primary care physicians and NWA Psychiatry, we can work with you to help you feel more at ease in your day-to-day life.

06/26/2026

Research shows that maintaining healthy habits can lower the risk of cognitive decline and possibly dementia, even if you have a family history of it. It's never too early or too late to start protecting your mind! Visit the link for the full 10 Healthy Habits guide from the Alzheimer's Association and take charge of your brain health today! 🧠💙 https://loom.ly/bE9XxrQ

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06/19/2026

We are so excited to welcome Maylee Loften, LPC, to NWA Psychiatry! 🎉 Maylee is a true NWA local. She earned her bachelor's in psychology from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville and her master's in counseling from John Brown University in Siloam Springs. She specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families using Play Therapy, CBT, and Mindfulness-Based approaches.

"I believe healing begins with feeling seen, safe, and understood. As an LPC, I am passionate about working with children and supporting individuals and families through life's emotional challenges with compassion, patience, and care," says Maylee. 💙

Visit https://mana.md/doctors/loften-maylee-lpc/ to learn more about Maylee and her care philosophy. If you are looking for a provider, she is accepting new patients, so make sure to schedule before her calendar fills up! Help us welcome her to the team in the comments below!

05/29/2026

We are wrapping up May by highlighting some statistics for Mental Health Awareness Month. 💚 These statistics matter, and so do you! These aren't just numbers, they're our neighbors, our coworkers, our family, our friends. You are never alone, and support is available.

If you're struggling with your mental health, please reach out:
📞 Call NWA Psychiatry at: 479-571-6363
🩺 Talk with your primary care provider about your treatment, care, and medication options.
📲 Call or text 988 – free, confidential support available 24/7

👉 Visit our website to learn more about NWA Psychiatry's services.
https://mana.md/northwest-arkansas-psychiatry/

05/25/2026

Honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.❤️

Please note that MANA Clinics will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day. MANA Urgent Care on College Avenue will remain open until 2pm today for any acute care needs you may have. We hope you and your loved ones have a safe holiday!

05/21/2026

05/13/2026

Today is National Receptionist Day! Behind every great practice is an even greater front desk team. ❤️

Our receptionists are the first faces our patients see, and are the reason everything runs smoothly behind the scenes! Their hard work, patience, kindness, and personality make all the difference every single day.

Huge shoutout to each and every one of you, we are so grateful for all that you do!

05/12/2026

Happy International Nurses Day! No matter what brings you through our doors, there's a nurse on our team ready to meet you there — with skill, patience, personality, and a whole lot of heart. From the first hello to the follow-up call, our nurses show up every single day for every single patient. We may be a little biased, but we're pretty sure we have the best nurses around. 🏆

To every nurse on our team who has held a hand, calmed a worry, answered a question with a smile, and gone above and beyond...THANK YOU. You are seen, appreciated, and absolutely irreplaceable. Drop a ❤️ in the comments or shout out a nurse who has made a difference in your life! 👇

05/11/2026

May is National Nurses Month, and we have something special to celebrate! 🎉 Eight of our incredible MANA nurses are featured in this month's issue of Our Health magazine and we couldn't be more proud! 👩‍⚕️ Throughout this month, we'll be spotlighting each of these amazing nurses on MANA's social media! Stay tuned, and follow along Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas - MANA!

In the meantime, you can help show your support by sharing this issue with a friend, dropping a kind word in the comments, or simply thanking a nurse the next time you see one. 🩺❤️ Nurses give so much of themselves every single day. They deserve their flowers all year long, but this month let's show them a little extra love! 💐

👉 Visit https://www.ourhealthnwa.com/ to read the featured article and follow along as we highlight each of our nurses throughout the month!