NAMI River Valley – Fort Smith, AR

About This Group

NAMI River Valley serves the Fort Smith area and surrounding counties in Western Arkansas with free peer-led mental health support groups and educational programs. They provide NAMI Connection groups for individuals with mental health conditions and Family Support Groups for loved ones and caregivers in Sebastian, Crawford, Scott, Polk, Franklin, Johnson, Logan, and Yell counties.

What to Expect

Groups are led by trained peer facilitators with personal experience with mental health conditions or caregiving. Sessions provide a welcoming, confidential environment for sharing experiences, learning coping strategies, and building supportive connections. No diagnosis or registration is required — simply show up.

About NAMI River Valley

NAMI River Valley is a local NAMI affiliate serving the Fort Smith region of Western Arkansas. They provide vital mental health support in a part of the state where access to mental health resources can be limited. Their programs include support groups, educational classes, and community awareness events.

Meeting Details

Schedule: Regular meetings — contact for current schedule
Format: In-person and virtual options
Location: Fort Smith, AR and surrounding Western Arkansas communities

Who This Group Is For

Adults and families in Western Arkansas affected by mental illness. All NAMI programs are free and open to everyone regardless of diagnosis.

Contact Information

Phone: (501) 661-1548 (NAMI Arkansas)
Website: namiarkansas.org

All groups maintain strict confidentiality guidelines. What is shared in the group stays in the group.

This listing is provided for informational purposes by MyTherapyGroups.com and is not directly managed by NAMI River Valley.