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WHAT IS ART THERAPY?
Art therapy is an integrative mental health and human services profession that enriches the lives of individuals, families, and communities through active art-making, creative process, applied psychological theory, and human experience within a psychotherapeutic relationship.
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Art therapy, facilitated by a professional art therapist, effectively supports personal and relational treatment goals as well as community concerns. Art therapy is used to improve cognitive and sensorimotor functions, foster self-esteem and self-awareness, cultivate emotional resilience, promote insight, enhance social skills, reduce and resolve conflicts and distress, and advance societal and ecological change
WHO IS AN ART THERAPIST?
Art therapists are master-level clinicians who work with people of all ages across a broad spectrum of practice. Guided by ethical standards and scope of practice, their education and supervised training prepares them for culturally proficient work with diverse populations in a variety of settings. Honoring individuals’ values and beliefs, art therapists work with people who are challenged with medical and mental health problems, as well as individuals seeking emotional, creative, and spiritual growth.
DO YOU HAVE ARTISTIC TALENT?
Artistic talent is not needed to participate in art therapy. Participating in an art making process is more important than how "pretty" or accomplished it looks once complete.
WHAT ARE YOUR FEES?
Fees vary, at this time insurance does not reimburse any art therapist. However, I will work with you to find an affordable option for your sercumstance.
HOW OFTEN DO I NEED ART THERAPY?
That depends on the issues you are trying to face - many clients are seen once a week, some every other week, or even monthly. Just like traditional talk therapy, art therapy can only work for you if you put in the work.
CAN I BOOK AN INTAKE SESSION?
Sure! Call or email me and we will set up a video intake.
I DO NOT LIVE LOCALLY...
That is ok, due to the current COVID-19 situation all services will be offered via telehealth, which means you can be seen over the internet - computer, laptop, tablet, smartphone with a strong internet connection will do.
DO I HAVE TO SUPPLY MY OWN MATERIALS? WHAT DO I NEED?
Art therapy doesn't require expensive art materials. Basic beginner supplies or even school grade supplies can do. Many issues can be processed with scrap paper and a pencil. We will discuss what materials you already have and how we can use them during our initial session.