Art Therapy

Art therapy is beneficial in supporting increased self-esteem, emotional regulation and awareness, and identity exploration. I love to use art materials and art-making in the therapeutic space to support clients in understanding and expressing their emotions. Through art making and creative expression, you can interact with your thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a different way than traditional talk-based therapy.

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.

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 generally follows a client-centered orientation, emphasizing the individual strengths & resources of each of my clients.

I have a master's degree in art therapy from New York University.

I have extensive experience utilizing art therapy with clients of all ages but I am particularly passionate about utilizing art therapy with children clients. Offering them an organic way to communicate their feelings and experiences allows me a deeper understanding of how I can help them and advocate for them.

I often bring play, DIY arts, worksheets and hands on activities to sessions as an integrative practice.

Sometimes words aren't enough to convey what you want to say. I've found art therapy to be helpful in allowing clients to express themselves in more authentic ways. Through drawing, sculpting, even playing games (such as Dungeons & Dragons) we can dive deeper past what is just said.

I have specialized training in Expressive Arts Therapy. I studied EAT within my master's program and went on to access specialized supervision. Expressive Arts Therapy is utilizing art-making as part of the therapy process. It's process-oriented, which means it doesn't require "skill" or "talent," the creative experience itself is the therapy.

I am a Registered Art Therapist with a Masters degree in art therapy from George Washington University. I have extensive experience as a trauma-focused art therapist and have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds, many of whom identify as trauma survivors. I believe that art is innately human and provides a safe space for individuals to initiate growth and change.

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

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.

I have completed my Master's degree in Art Therapy from Wayne State University and am an ATR- Art Therapist Registered.

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.