Cait Fogerty (she/they)

I am personally familiar with chronic illness and disability. I understand how frustrating the diagnosis and treatment process can be, as well as the impact of physical health on mental health, relationships, work, and more. My goal is for you to feel heard, validated, and supported through your challenges and pain. I studied in a virtual graduate program that prepared me to offer engaging art therapy remotely and to make adaptations to increase the accessibility of art materials and directives.

Living proudly as your full self can be challenging in a world that often represses or punishes difference from the “norm.” I have experience supporting people questioning their sexuality or gender, coming out or transitioning, navigating non-monogamy and/or polyamory, and overcoming internalized homophobia and religious trauma. You deserve care that is validating and authentically affirming, where you do not have to over-explain or justify yourself or your relationships.

I provide non-judgmental, flexible support to teens navigating anxiety, overwhelming emotions, identity exploration, and the pressures of keeping up and balancing it all. I integrate art-making as a tool for self-expression, creative problem-solving, and finding calm. We may use visual journaling to explore thoughts and emotions through writing and art. We may also work on practicing coping and/or conflict skills, connecting to your authentic self, or whatever else feels important to you.

I provide non-judgmental, flexible support to teens navigating anxiety, overwhelming emotions, identity exploration, and the pressures of keeping up and balancing it all. I integrate art-making as a tool for self-expression, creative problem-solving, and finding calm. We may use visual journaling to explore thoughts and emotions through writing and art. We may also work on practicing coping and/or conflict skills, connecting to your authentic self, or whatever else feels important to you.

I have worked for 6+ years in cross-cultural settings, teaching English in Palestine and supporting immigrant and refugee families resettling in the U.S. I understand the importance of feeling seen and affirmed in your cultural identity, especially when facing discrimination and/or threat of violence. I know that Western-oriented talk therapy may feel uncomfortable for folks of varied cultural backgrounds, and I am always willing to adapt to what best serves your needs and feels aligned for you.

I specialize in eco-art therapy, which combines art-making and engaging with nature to amplify the healing benefits of both. I may guide you through creating a nature mandala, eco-printing, preserving flowers, etc. Eco-art therapy encourages mindfulness, sensory grounding, alignment with the rhythms of nature, and childlike exploration and curiosity. Nature can provide sustainable art materials as well as metaphors for growth, healing, and interconnection with the Earth and each other.

I am trained as an art therapist and believe that anyone, regardless of their age or art background, can benefit from creative expression and mindful art-making. Options for incorporating art therapy include visual journaling, creating eco-art, exploring digital or analog collage, making zines, practicing meditative drawings, molding clay, and much more. As an art therapist, I will not interpret or judge your artwork, but rather encourage reflection on what your art means from your perspective.

I am trained as an art therapist and believe that anyone, regardless of their age or art background, can benefit from creative expression and mindful art-making. Options for incorporating art therapy include visual journaling, creating eco-art, exploring digital or analog collage, making zines, practicing meditative drawings, molding clay, and much more. As an art therapist, I will not interpret or judge your artwork, but rather encourage reflection on what your art means from your perspective.