Expressive Arts Therapists in 85201
Kari L Hesketh
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85201
I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. My role as a therapist is to assist my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective. My approach is influenced largely by but not limited to Client-centered, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), EMDR (Eye-movement desensitization reprocessing) trauma therapy, play therapy, sandtray, expressive arts, and Neurofeedback Brain Training for individuals and families.
I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. My role as a therapist is to assist my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective. My approach is influenced largely by but not limited to Client-centered, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), EMDR (Eye-movement desensitization reprocessing) trauma therapy, play therapy, sandtray, expressive arts, and Neurofeedback Brain Training for individuals and families.
Karen Ihrig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85201
Are you holding pain, grief, rejection, shame and heartbreak? Do your emotions feel intolerable, endless and unmanageable? Is it hard to be in connection with yourself and others? Do you put pressure on yourself to change, only to feel more stuck and defeated? Do you care for everyone else before yourself, only to feel resentful and burnt out. If this sounds like your experience, please know that you are not alone in this. As your therapist, I will be with you in these dark times. Together we will move toward brighter days. At Here With You Therapy, we offer relational therapy that gently guides you back home to yourself.
Are you holding pain, grief, rejection, shame and heartbreak? Do your emotions feel intolerable, endless and unmanageable? Is it hard to be in connection with yourself and others? Do you put pressure on yourself to change, only to feel more stuck and defeated? Do you care for everyone else before yourself, only to feel resentful and burnt out. If this sounds like your experience, please know that you are not alone in this. As your therapist, I will be with you in these dark times. Together we will move toward brighter days. At Here With You Therapy, we offer relational therapy that gently guides you back home to yourself.
Catelin Castellanos
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85201
I am a lover of the human experience. Throughout our lifetimes, we each experience humanity in a unique way. I see every part of that story as a stepping stone to discovering our purpose and figuring out why we are really here in the first place. Whether through talking, drawing, or painting I believe creativity can help to make the process more enjoyable.
I am a lover of the human experience. Throughout our lifetimes, we each experience humanity in a unique way. I see every part of that story as a stepping stone to discovering our purpose and figuring out why we are really here in the first place. Whether through talking, drawing, or painting I believe creativity can help to make the process more enjoyable.
Living and Balance Wellness Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, L, P, C
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85201
Living and Balance Wellness Center in Phoenix offers exceptional counseling and therapy services for clients seeking behavioral outpatient treatment. Our clients have a range of needs, including mental health support, relationship assistance, anger management, and life skills training. We provide a supportive environment for personal growth, emotional healing, and the acquisition of essential life skills. Together with our clients, we work to overcome challenges, develop resilience, and lead fulfilling lives through active participation in therapy.
Living and Balance Wellness Center in Phoenix offers exceptional counseling and therapy services for clients seeking behavioral outpatient treatment. Our clients have a range of needs, including mental health support, relationship assistance, anger management, and life skills training. We provide a supportive environment for personal growth, emotional healing, and the acquisition of essential life skills. Together with our clients, we work to overcome challenges, develop resilience, and lead fulfilling lives through active participation in therapy.
Jetzabel Morales-Pastrana
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85201
Not accepting new clients
I'm from Puerto Rico where I became and developed as a professional counselor specializing in mental health and wellness. Then I made the difficult decision to immigrate to the USA to serve to Latinx community; especially the Spanish speakers that, like me, left their countries looking for a better life for themselves and their families. As a Latina therapist, I know how hard it is to grow up in a culture that we love and respect but have aspects that could hurt us as individuals. I know how difficult it is to overcome the social and cultural challenges and make decisions to heal and live the life that we deserve.
I'm from Puerto Rico where I became and developed as a professional counselor specializing in mental health and wellness. Then I made the difficult decision to immigrate to the USA to serve to Latinx community; especially the Spanish speakers that, like me, left their countries looking for a better life for themselves and their families. As a Latina therapist, I know how hard it is to grow up in a culture that we love and respect but have aspects that could hurt us as individuals. I know how difficult it is to overcome the social and cultural challenges and make decisions to heal and live the life that we deserve.
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Expressive Arts Therapists
What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.