Laura J. Conley-Olsen, Psychiatrist
Dr. Conley specializes in the treatment of child, adolescent, and young adults (ages 5 through 25 years). She enjoys taking a collaborative approach to the treatment of mental health, involving parents, families, teachers, and other treatment team members in her patients’ care. She maintains dual board certifications in both General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She is a member of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry as well as the Arkansas Council on Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, where she has previously served on the executive council. She is a lifelong Arkansan and has worked in several different schools and clinics across the state. She provides thorough psychiatric and medical evaluations and develops comprehensive and individualized medication and psychotherapeutic treatment plans with her patients and their families. Dr. Conley is accepting new referrals in the Conway clinic.
AETNA
Ambetter
ARKids / Medicaid
Blue Cross Blue Shield Plans
Cigna
Health Advantage
Qualchoice
Tricare
United Healthcare
Individual & Family Counseling
Comprehesnive Psychiatric Evaluations
Medication Management
Parent Support
Emotional and Behavioral Problems
Consultation
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Education & Training
2012-2014 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences; Little Rock, AR Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Training, Board Eligible 2014
2009-2012 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences; Little Rock, AR General Psychiatry Residency Training, Board Eligible 2013
2005-2009 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences; Little Rock, AR M.D.
2001-2005 Hendrix College; Conway AR Major in Psychology, Minor in Biology B.A.
Memberships
Arkansas Council on Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiarty
American Psychiatric Association
Arkansas Psychiatric Society
Publications
Conley, L. (2005, April) Behavior Differences Among Three Captive Male Chimpanzees According to Age. Published in National Conference for Undergraduate Research 2005 VMI Proceedings.
Conley, L. (2005, April) The Impact of Gender on Religiosity and Religious Leadership Roles. Published in National Conference for Undergraduate Research 2005 VMI Proceedings.
Conley, L. (2004, April) Effects of Locus of Control and Parental Influence on Careers. Published in National Conference for Undergraduate Research 2004 IUPUI Proceedings.
Leadership and Extracurricular Activities
2015-2018 Secretary/Treasurer of Arkansas Council on Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
2014-2015 Chair of Arkansas Council on Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Retreat Planning Committee
2013-2014 Member of Arkansas Council on Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Retreat Planning Committee
2013-2014 UAMS Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship ACH Co-Chief Resident
2010-2011 UAMS Department of Psychiatry Intern Mentor
Speaking and Presenting
August 2015- “Psychiatry Medication Marathon.” Invited lecturer for the annual training at Community Service, Inc.; Morrilton, AR
August 2014- “DSM-5.” Invited lecturer for the annual training at Community Service, Inc.; Morrilton, AR
June 2014- “DSM-5: Depressive, Anxiety, and Trauma-Related Disorders in Children and Adolescents.” Conley LJ and Helm RM; Oral presentation for Psychiatric Telehealth, Liaison, and Consults Conference at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
March 2014- “DSM-5.” Conley LJ, Helm RM, and Huynh NT; Invited lecturer for Peds PLACE (Pediatric Physician Learning and Collaborative Education), which is an interactive telemedicine forum at Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock, AR
August 2013– “An Opportunity to Affirm the “Whole Child”—An Updated Conceptualization in Evaluation of Children and Adolescents.” Gathright MM, Conley LJ, Helm RM, Huynh NT. DSM-5 Oral Presentation Workshop – Mental Health Council of Arkansas 41st Annual Behavioral Health Institute; Hot Springs, AR.
May 2013- “Childhood Depression.” Conley LJ and Huynh NT; Oral presentation for Psychiatric Telehealth, Liaison, and Consults Conference at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
2012, 2013 – “Somatoform Disorders in the Inpatient Setting.” Conley LJ, Sangari TS and Ward WL; Oral presentation for General Pediatrics Grand Rounds at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and for Social Services Grand Rounds at Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock, AR
2009 – “Preparing Students for Medical Professions.” Oral presentation to Delta Kappa Gamma Society of Professional Women Educators
2008 – “Entering the Medical Field.” Oral presentation at Morrilton High School given as part of the SHARE program
2007 – “Fighting Aids through Education.” Oral presentation at Morrilton High School given as part of a UAMS initiative
2005 – “Behavior Differences Among Three Captive Male Chimpanzees According to Age.” Oral presentation at National Conference for Undergraduate Research VMI
2005 – “The Impact of Gender on Religiosity and Religious Leadership Roles.” Oral presentation at National Conference for Undergraduate Research VMI
2004 – “Effects of Locus of Control and Parental Influence on Careers.” Oral presentation at National Conference for Undergraduate Research IUPUI
About Us
Arkansas Families First is a multidisciplinary behavioral health care group that offers a variety of health services for children, teens and families in Central Arkansas. Our group of independently practicing providers strive to provide the best, most comprehensive care that modern psychology, psychiatry, counseling, and other disciplines have to offer.
Mission
Arkansas Families First is devoted to unlocking the full potential of children and families. We utilize the latest research and the most skilled providers in the service of improving people’s lives. We strive to empower parents and to integrate multiple disciplines in the building of strong families and healthy children.
Our Promise
We take a strengths-based approach utilizing the latest evidence-based treatments and include parents in all aspects of treatment and assessment. We’ll find the service and the provider that best fits your family. With our growing list of clinicians, if you are not satisfied with your provider or services will help you make the necessary changes.
