Dr. Raney is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist (MD) with advanced fellowship training in both Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities.

Specialties

• Autism Spectrum Disorder and neurodevelopmental conditions

• ADHD

• Depression and anxiety disorders

• Behavioral and emotional dysregulation

• Trauma-related symptoms

• Learning and developmental challenges

She also has a strong background in working with youth in higher-acuity or specialized treatment settings, including her previous role as medical director of the Child Study Center and psychiatrist at Youth Home in Little Rock.

Approach

Developmentally Informed, Compassionate Care

Dr. Raney believes that effective psychiatric care requires understanding the whole child—their strengths, challenges, family system, school environment, and developmental stage. She emphasizes:

• Clear, collaborative communication with families

• Strength-based treatment planning

• Evidence-based use of medication

• Integration of behavioral, educational, and therapeutic supports

• Compassion, curiosity, and respect for neurodiversity

Her approach is rooted in helping children and adolescents feel understood, capable, and supported as they grow into their unique potential.

More About Dr. Raney

Dr. Raney has deep ties to Arkansas and a lifelong dedication to science and mental health. She earned her Bachelor of Arts with Distinction in Chemistry from Hendrix College, followed by a Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry from Vanderbilt University. She later attended the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, where she completed:

• Medical School (MD)

• General Psychiatry Residency

• Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship

• Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellowship

Throughout her training, Dr. Raney received multiple awards for clinical excellence, teaching, professionalism, and compassionate patient care, including the Irving C. Ringdahl Award and the John E. Peters Award.

She is Board Certified in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Outside of work, Dr. Raney enjoys time with her family, staying active in the community, and pursuing her interests in science, education, and child development.