Expressive Art Therapy

DBT and ACT can feel like a lot of science. I believe in balancing both science and art. Emotional processing is done in many different ways, and healing looks different for everyone. I encourage the clients I work with to find creative outlets to engage in while in therapy and beyond. This could include: creative writing, painting, drawing, sculpture, graphic design, improv, etc. If you have found art to be a creative outlet please let me know so we can utilize this as a part of your process.

I am trained in expressive art therapy, a creative therapeutic approach that uses various art forms, such as drawing, painting, and movement, to explore emotions and promote healing. This modality helps clients express feelings that are difficult to put into words, fostering self-discovery and emotional release. Expressive art therapy is particularly effective for individuals working through trauma, grief, or anxiety, allowing them to process experiences in a safe, non-verbal manner.

I am trained in expressive arts techniques which provide people with opportunities to connect with themselves through different mediums and in more abstract ways. I use a technique called PeaceLove to help people safely create an understanding of what brings them peace of mind by reaching that state through artistic expressions.

As a trained drama therapist, I have experience using other modalities that fall under the expressive art umbrella including, primarily, art therapy. My training positions me to use creative thinking to tailor any mode of artistic expression to fit therapeutic goals. So whatever you feel competent and confident in, be it visual art, music, theatre, or anything like cooking or crafting, we will be able to utilize it as a strength and go from there.

Unlock Healing Through Expressive Arts From the U.S. to Africa, I’ve helped clients transform trauma through the arts—moving from stuck to free, numb to fully feeling. My approach shifts the focus from “what’s wrong with you?” to “what happened to you?”—empowering you to heal with compassion. Whether through movement, music, or visual arts, I guide high-achieving women toward deep emotional release and lasting change. Ready to reclaim your joy? Let’s connect.

While I work remotely I do a great deal of art therapy with clients who are interested. I send materials to clients homes, as well as do art therapy with material individuals have at home.

As written above, I attended Lesley University for my master's degree in Expressive Arts Therapy. Expressive Arts includes all art forms from writing, visual art, performance, dance, drama, music, and play. I have experience and training in each of these modalities and often combine them to help a client process the intervention. My favorite modality is play and drama therapy. Expressive Therapies can be a great compliment to talk therapy, especially if a topic is too painful to talk about.

I utilize Expressive Arts Therapy to aid clients in identity exploration, emotional processing, and creativity building. Incorporating drawing, painting, sculpture, and writing into the therapeutic process can help folks discuss things they may not have the words to express.

While I work remotely I do a great deal of art therapy with clients who are interested. I send materials to clients homes, as well as do art therapy with material individuals have at home.

Expressive Art Therapy, utilizing creative modalities such as drawing, painting, music, movement, and storytelling to help individuals explore and process their emotions. My experience includes working with diverse clients, including those struggling with anxiety, by integrating artistic expression as a therapeutic tool for self-discovery and healing. I have a deep understanding of how creative expression bypasses verbal limitations, allowing individuals to connect with their inner experiences.

In addition to traditional art therapy, I also use other forms of expressive therapies including narrative, geek therapy, comic therapy, and use gamification to help clients achieve their goals.

Over 20 years of practice developing and implementing expressive arts therapy programs and activities with children, adolescents, and adults. Systems aware and trauma-informed care that is scientifically proven to relieve feelings.

With a deep understanding of how creative expression can heal, I specialize in expressive art therapy to help clients tap into their emotions through art. Whether you struggle with trauma, anxiety, or self-expression, art can provide a powerful, non-verbal way to explore your inner world. My approach encourages you to create freely, guiding you through the process of self-discovery and healing. Together, we'll use art to unlock insight, foster emotional growth, and build resilience.

My degree is in counseling psychology with a focus on expressive arts therapy. I studied and practice; dance/movement therapy, somatic experiencing, poetry therapy, art therapy, music therapy, play therapy, and drama therapy. Creativity is a fotce for healing.

Certified in Healing Trauma with Guided Drawing: A Sensorimotor Art Therapy Approach to Bilateral Body Mapping by Dr. Cornelia Elbrecht’s Institute for Sensorimotor Art Therapy (2019) Certified in Level 1 & 2 Trauma-Informed Expressive Arts Therapy with Dr. Cathy Malchiodi’s Trauma-Informed Practices & Expressive Arts Therapy Institute (2018-19)

I am honored to have earned a 2022-2023 Dissertation with Distinction Award from Saybrook University for my doctoral dissertation titled, “Online Person-Centered Expressive Arts for Helping Professionals During COVID-19: A Mixed-Methods Case Study Exploring Professional Stress and Resilience.” This work reflects my commitment to the intersections of research and applied psychology and of using creativity and a safe, supportive environment to engage, uplift, and empower others.

I like incorporating art, music, and writing into therapy in the ways that my clients enjoy.

Certified in Healing Trauma with Guided Drawing: A Sensorimotor Art Therapy Approach to Bilateral Body Mapping by Dr. Cornelia Elbrecht’s Institute for Sensorimotor Art Therapy (2019) Certified in Level 1 & 2 Trauma-Informed Expressive Arts Therapy with Dr. Cathy Malchiodi’s Trauma-Informed Practices & Expressive Arts Therapy Institute (2018-19)

As a creative person, I enjoy incorporating expressive arts into my practice with interested clients; including drawing, doodling, collage, journaling, or writing exercises. As an eco-therapist, I encourage clients to observe and integrate natural materials and objects into their lives and use them in creative ways. As a trained MSBR provider, I may include mindfulness and visualization into creative sessions.