Art Therapy

I was trained as an art therapist at Loyola Marymount University, one of the first and most leading schools for art therapy in the US. I participate in research to build the field of art therapy, and I deeply believe in the healing power of art. Both at LMU and as an art historian, I studied the mechanisms by which humans make meaning with visual works, and I discovered that the connection between our lived experiences and the art we enjoy is an integral part of human evolution and health.

I have specialized training in art therapy - having used this modality with adults, teenagers, and children.

I am a licensed and board certified art psychotherapist. My training allows me the ability to conduct talk psychotherapy, but also allows for art therapy additions as well. Even remotely, art making can be part of our session. Some people identify art making in session as soothing, and enjoy sharing their work at the end of session. Some people enjoy working after session with a specific art intervention, to help continue processing. Art making can be a great addition to our work.

I am a registered Art Therapist and have a Master's Degree in Art Therapy from IU-Herron School of Art and Design

Art therapy invites you to express yourself through colors, shapes, and forms. It's a journey of self-discovery and growth, where you're supported every step of the way. Whether you're facing life's challenges or simply seeking a deeper connection with yourself, art therapy offers a different compassionate space to explore, create, and heal.

I am a licensed creative art therapist so I always offer creative interventions to any client willing to explore art as a method for healing. Art therapy can be used as a non-verbal way to get out thoughts and feelings, in general anxiety reduction just from the process, and in targeting specific challenges to work through. Art therapy is not about creating great master pieces or even being a great artist. Rather, it is the healing benefits you can receive through the process of creating art.

I hold a masters degree in Art therapy. I find it helpful when working with clients who struggle with trauma symptoms as another form of dialog. Art therapy can be a tool to help clients interpret, express and resolve their emotions and thoughts. It integrates psychotherapeutic techniques with the creative process to improve well-being.

Art holds no judgements. It can give new perspective to discuss difficult or troubling issues.

Art therapy is the approach in which I have the most training and experience. Art therapy is a way of delivering and processing therapy within the context of creation. I studied at the Drexel Graduate Art Therapy program, and have received my Board Certification.

You can read my blog on art therapy here! https://www.embodyandmindcollective.com/blog-posts/what-is-art-therapy-its-not-just-for-creatives-by-shaye-mueller

I am a Registered Art Therapist. I use artwork with my clients to help them to externalize what they are going through so that we can use creativity to elicit change. By using art a client uses the right side of the brain and unconscious to find alternative solutions to issues. When you just talk about what you are struggling with it is easier to stay stuck in the problem. It is a fun and insightful way to learn how to find solutions and create containment for the client.

Art Therapy offers a unique avenue to explore and address issues that are sometimes too difficult to verbally articulate. In sessions, we will use art making as a way to explore and view challenges or issues that are impacting you. You don't need to be "artistic" or even have experience with art, to gain healing benefits of art therapy. I will guide you by providing a specific theme or a particular material, that will help us work towards your goals.

Nationally Board Certified Art Therapist, practicing since 2011. In my work I use a combination of Art Therapy and verbal therapy techniques based on the specific needs of the client

I am trained in Art Therapy and I am a Board-Certified, Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC). I love to integrate art into therapy sessions if a client is interested, although it is not always necessary to use art. Art can be a strong communication tool to help you understand yourself in a way that verbal language might fail. There are also many talented art therapists in my practice who are available to take new clients. I will be taking in-person Art Therapy clients in Oct 2022.

The use of color or imagery can be helpful to individuals who need guidance on identifying where you feel your emotions. Through art therapy techniques or somatic work individuals are able to find the resources and language to understand their emotions and body in a more intentional way.

I am a trained and registered art therapist (ATR). Art therapy provides a language for insight, growth and transformation when words fail. Even if art therapy isn’t your thing (I get it!) my training and background as a visual artist makes me sensitive specific challenges faced by creative folks. I understand and treat creative blocks and teach strategies like creative hygiene and separating process and product experiences. I also use image-based tools such as metaphor and dream analysis.

I have completed my Master's degree in Art Therapy from Wayne State University and am near completion of the requirements to be an ATR- Art Therapist Registered.

I believe that when we are able to express ourselves creatively through art/music/dance and more, we are able to begin healing. Art can be a great tool when working with kids and teens as well as it gives us a way to connect and communicate with more than words can provide. I personally create and engage in creative activities in sessions with clients to normalize this as a tool. I have over 5 years experience using creative therapies in practice.