​​As a board certified art therapist, I use art media, the creative process, and resulting artwork to help individuals, couples and families process trauma, reduce anxiety and depression, manage addictions, develop self-awareness, address unresolved emotional conflicts, improve social skills, and build self-esteem. Artistic skill is not required!

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Talk therapy is hard for people with trauma histories. The emotional right brain is dominant in all forms of psychotherapy which is especially true in child and adolescent therapies. Therapeutic change happens when there is a mutual connection between therapist and client in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where trust can be built.

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My focus is on helping you to find emotional outlets, create support systems, and gain insight into what has been creating depression or anxiety or other disorder in your life, or in the life of your teen. I am trained in a wide range of therapeutic approaches, and will tailor our sessions to meet your individual needs.
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I treat individuals and families; teens, transition-age youth (18-24), and adults. My clinical approaches include Neurodevelopmental Art Therapy (NDAT) with techniques for dealing with developmental and relational trauma, Mindfulness-Based Art Therapy (MBAT) with breathing and meditation techniques, and Internal Family Systems. I also teach mindful self-compassion which is strongly predictive of well-being, and lower levels of anxiety and depression. The emotional right brain is dominant in all forms of psychotherapy which is especially true in child and adolescent therapies. Learning resilience and self-compassion are key components on the path to mental, physical, and emotional wellness.
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I also incorporate art making, art journaling, mindful awareness, guided imagery, and other creative coping skills designed to empower you beyond and between therapy sessions. No artistic talent is needed to participate in art therapy, only a willingness to suspend self-criticism and judgment, and to trust your own intuition.