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Michael Watson II
About
Hello and welcome! Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Michael D. Watson II, and I am a licensed psychologist in Arkansas. For over 21 years, I have worked with children and young adults with neurological needs. I am passionate about helping people discover their “why” in life and supporting families as they care for loved ones with neurological challenges. My goal is to help you identify strategies to become your best self while navigating the everyday challenges of life.
My motivation for this work began early in my career when I worked with a child who had severe autism symptoms. That experience—and the lessons I learned from him and his family—sparked my desire to support individuals with autism and their families. Over the years, I have worked with hundreds of individuals and gained valuable insights about myself in the process. For example, I’ve learned that I need sensory regulation through activities like exercising or spending time on a boat, feeling the motion of the water. I also recognize the importance of taking breaks after meeting the demands of being with people all day. These experiences help me better understand and support others, and I hope to help you find strategies to manage your own daily challenges.
My approach is grounded in behavioral principles. I focus on helping you understand the function of your behaviors and why you respond the way you do in challenging situations. This understanding allows us to set clear, objective goals that can be achieved in both the short and long term. I believe you know what’s best for you, and my role is to collaborate with you on how to reach those goals.
