About Us

We desire to make a difference in the lives of people in Arkansas & around the world!

Our Story

ACCT was established by Dr. Barry Wingfield who had a passion for connecting with fellow professionals. His vision was to create a platform that would enrich our profession, enhance our relationships, and promote God's kingdom. After Dr. Wingfield's passing, the ACCT group and conference were temporarily on hold for several years. While the association was on hold, we were eager to get it back up and running because we want to continue the dream of Dr. Barry Wingfield, but also we understand the importance of why an association like ACCT needs to exist for the people in Arkansas and for those around the world. We are thrilled to relaunch this networking community in his honor, continuing the spirit he fostered among Christian counselors and therapists. The annual ACCT association can provide many opportunities to grow personally and professionally!

Since 2022, ACCT has hosted an annual conference, offering clinicians across Arkansas the chance to come together for a meaningful experience, find rest, and connect with others in the helping profession. Attendees enjoy benefits like certified CEUs, free refreshments and lunch, and opportunities to expand their professional network. ACCT is more than just a conference—it's an association dedicated to connecting resources, businesses, and individuals across Arkansas, helping others discover valuable services they may need.

Meet The Team

Dr. Casey Hall

President, Officer

Dan Shaffear

Officer

Dan holds both an LPC and an LMFT license and work in private practice counseling. He has been serving as an officer with ACCT since 2022. Dan also currently serves as a board member with the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling.

Jon Priest

Officer, Treasurer

Licensed as a Psychological Examiner-Independent since 2007, Jon Priest worked in the inpatient and school-based settings before starting a private practice group with his father called Christian Perspective Counseling in 2011, which has grown to include two locations and a team of almost 20 clinicians. Jon was blessed as an attendee by the original ACCT conference led by the late Dr. Barry Wingfield and is now humbled to serve as its Treasurer and Secretary as it continues to serve Arkansas' Christian clinicians.

James Barham

Board Member

James Barham serves with the Arkansas Baptist Children & Family Ministries. He works with couples and families, and he enjoys being outdoors with his family and friends.

Dr. Stephen Bell

Board Member

David Sullivan

Board Member

David received his training at Dallas Theological Seminary and has been practicing for over 25 years in the field of Professional Christian Counseling. He sees clients and is the Director at Napa Valley Counseling Center in Little Rock.

Dr. Jenene Alexander

Board Member

Ron Deal

Board Member

Ron Deal, LMFT, LPC is the bestselling author of more than a dozen books and resources, a licensed therapist, podcast host, and a Senior Director for the ministry of FamilyLife®. His latest #1 Amazon bestselling book, The Mindful Marriage, coauthored with his wife Nan and Dr. Terry and Sharon Hargrave, brings the proven principles of Restoration Therapy to a mass audience. Their seminar, The Mindful Marriage Conference is available to churches nationwide. In addition, Ron is one of the most widely read and referenced authors on blended families in the country with books like The Smart Stepfamily and Building Love Together in Blended Families (coauthored with Dr. Gary Chapman). The Deals live in Little Rock, Arkansas. Learn more at RonDeal.org.

Brad

Board Member

Garrick Conner

Board Member

Garrick serves as Discipleship Pastor at Park Hill Baptist Church in North Little Rock. He is also a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, and Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist with a practice in Bryant. Garrick loves working with adults of all ages but has a particularly affinity for men navigating personal and relationship challenges. He is passionate about investing in the next generation of Christian mental health professionals.

Dan Jarboe

Board Member

Dr. Jeff Cline

Board Member

Dr. Justin Phillips

Board Member

Sean Culpepper

Board Member

Addison Little

ACCT Coordinator

ACCT Coordinator Addison Little holds a bachelor's degree in Child and Family Studies from Williams Baptist University and is a recent graduate. She is advancing her education by pursuing a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Harding University.