Art Therapy

Art therapy is a powerful way to express what words can’t always capture. You don’t need to be an artist to benefit—this work is about exploration, not perfection. I use art as a tool to help you connect with emotions, uncover unconscious patterns, and process experiences in a way that feels intuitive and embodied. Creative expression allows you to bypass the analytical mind and tap into deeper wisdom. Art therapy can be especially helpful for processing trauma, grief, and difficult emotions.

My Masters was focused in Art Therapy with a Specialization in Counseling. I am a Registered Board Certified Art Therapist.

I hold a Masters of Professional Studies in Art Therapy and Creativity Development, am nationally board-certified and registered as an Art Therapist, and am licensed as a Creative Arts Therapist in New York and as a Professional Art Therapist in New Mexico. I have taught and supervised graduate level students in Art Therapy in renowned programs in New York City, and continue to supervise and consult clinicians in the practice of art psychotherapy today.

Art is a medium that allows us to express ourselves and more abstract thoughts without the need of words. It's something that I like to integrate into my in-person sessions whenever possible to allow clients the freedom to explore complex thoughts and emotions non-judgementally.

I can't say enough about how grateful I am to have this tool for myself and my clients! Art Therapy is like a very humble, quiet (aka nonverbal), magical, powerful goddess that supports us in reclaiming our inner strengths and having the autonomy to heal at our own pace and depth without feeling confrontational or judgmental. If you want to know more or experience this magic, come and join my art therapy session!

Tapping into our creative mind can open up increased self-awareness and acceptance. We all have unique ways of expressing our emotions and art therapy can open up avenues of self-exploration that some clients have not previously considered.

There are many ways of hearing a your story. Some people love talking, but others might speak through play, art, dramatic enactment, crafts, engineered projects, poetry, or movement.

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.

I hold a master’s degree in art therapy and counseling from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. As an interdisciplinary artist and mental health worker, I firmly believe in the healing power of creative practice and the self-awareness fostered through art-making. Art enables us to express ourselves beyond words, using diverse media to explore emotions, memories, and sensations in a therapeutically meaningful and accessible way.

Art therapy reveals what words can’t. The creative process mirrors internal patterns—how we start, avoid, or stay stuck. You don’t need to be an artist; it’s not about the final product. It’s about noticing how you show up, and how that plays out in your relationships. With years of immediacy training, I track what's happening now and help shift patterns where it matters most—so change isn’t just talked about, it’s lived.

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 a masters degree in Art Therapy and Marriage Family Therapy. I am currently a board certified art therapist with the American Art Therapy Credentialing Board. I taught for over a decade at Notre Dame De Namur university in Art Therapy . I am currently the president of the South Texas Art Therapy Association.

Art therapy for children and teens provides a creative outlet to express emotions and process experiences that may be hard to put into words. Through activities like drawing, painting, and sculpture, they can explore feelings of anxiety, grief, or trauma in a safe and supportive space. Art therapy helps build self-awareness, boost confidence, and develop coping skills, offering a unique way for young people to navigate life’s challenges.

Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATCB No. 16-264) Training in EDPP (El Duende Process Painting)

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 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.

I am a Master's Level Clinician trained in Art Therapy with a focus on Family Systems. I am a Registered Art Therapist through the Art Therapy Credentials Board (#24-589). When agreed upon, art can be intentionally introduced into the therapeutic process to help you reach specific goals. The therapeutic use of art is provent to help increase neural connectivity in the area of the brain that deals with introspection, memory, and self monitoring. It helps increase self awareness and resiliency