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Tara Joseph
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026
My experience includes the use of modalities such as guided discovery, thought reframing, body awareness, mindfulness techniques, dream analysis, and art therapy.
I have been fortunate to have been exposed to a broad range of experience as a psychotherapist over the past 10 years. It has been a joy to guide individuals, couples, and families to promote their own healing from challenges arising from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, illness, loss, and life transitions. I believe it is important to find our own inner healer. I would like to be the catalyst and guide for this important discovery. In the spirit of compassion, presence, curiosity, and creativity, we can navigate through circumstances that may feel overwhelming.
My experience includes the use of modalities such as guided discovery, thought reframing, body awareness, mindfulness techniques, dream analysis, and art therapy.
I have been fortunate to have been exposed to a broad range of experience as a psychotherapist over the past 10 years. It has been a joy to guide individuals, couples, and families to promote their own healing from challenges arising from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, illness, loss, and life transitions. I believe it is important to find our own inner healer. I would like to be the catalyst and guide for this important discovery. In the spirit of compassion, presence, curiosity, and creativity, we can navigate through circumstances that may feel overwhelming.
(760) 965-7845 View (760) 965-7845
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Mayra Gutierrez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026
Hello, my name is Mayra Gutierrez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I enjoy creating a welcoming environment for therapy whether is telehealth or in-person session. I have worked with a variety of individuals from ages 4 to 70 years old. I worked with families with a single child to up to 6 children in family sessions. I have years of experience with trauma work, short-term treatment, narrative therapy, art therapy, music therapy, along with implementing smells and lighting into sessions to ground and create space for clientele.
Hello, my name is Mayra Gutierrez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I enjoy creating a welcoming environment for therapy whether is telehealth or in-person session. I have worked with a variety of individuals from ages 4 to 70 years old. I worked with families with a single child to up to 6 children in family sessions. I have years of experience with trauma work, short-term treatment, narrative therapy, art therapy, music therapy, along with implementing smells and lighting into sessions to ground and create space for clientele.
(323) 716-1840 View (323) 716-1840
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M. Babette Kout
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026
People who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and many other emotionally painful conditions just wish they had someone to talk to. Multiple traumas often occur over time, often within an atmosphere of attachment disordered relationships, neglect, and/or abandonment. You may have experienced child abuse, sexual abuse, grief, and loss. You may have grown up with family addiction/ partner addiction. At this point in your life you want answers to why you end up in the same relationships, and you need assurance things can change.
People who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and many other emotionally painful conditions just wish they had someone to talk to. Multiple traumas often occur over time, often within an atmosphere of attachment disordered relationships, neglect, and/or abandonment. You may have experienced child abuse, sexual abuse, grief, and loss. You may have grown up with family addiction/ partner addiction. At this point in your life you want answers to why you end up in the same relationships, and you need assurance things can change.
(760) 463-9517 View (760) 463-9517
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Ana Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026
Hi there! My name is Ana Sanchez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist here to provide some support in times when you need someone to talk to. I'd love to be a part of your support system and collaborate on working towards a transformative therapeutic experience in order to help you reach your goals. I have had the privilege of working with individuals having mild-to-moderate symptoms and providing services to individuals, couples, and families. I enjoy working with individuals one-on-one as well as the Spanish-speaking population on their therapeutic journey.
Hi there! My name is Ana Sanchez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist here to provide some support in times when you need someone to talk to. I'd love to be a part of your support system and collaborate on working towards a transformative therapeutic experience in order to help you reach your goals. I have had the privilege of working with individuals having mild-to-moderate symptoms and providing services to individuals, couples, and families. I enjoy working with individuals one-on-one as well as the Spanish-speaking population on their therapeutic journey.
(559) 245-3997 View (559) 245-3997
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Nicole Watts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026
Nicole Danielle Watts, LCSW is an intuitive creative, public servant, and compassionate visionary possessing over 30 years of Clinical Social Work experience. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of Maryland at College Park and her Master of Social Work Degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. She was credentialed as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the year 2000. Nicole has provided mental health treatment services in a myriad of settings. Her clinical work with youth, adults, couples, and families has spanned over three decades.
Nicole Danielle Watts, LCSW is an intuitive creative, public servant, and compassionate visionary possessing over 30 years of Clinical Social Work experience. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of Maryland at College Park and her Master of Social Work Degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. She was credentialed as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the year 2000. Nicole has provided mental health treatment services in a myriad of settings. Her clinical work with youth, adults, couples, and families has spanned over three decades.
(415) 233-8675 View (415) 233-8675
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Angeline Baucom
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, SUDCC, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92026
Clients that have experienced trauma, substance abuse and family issues. Struggling with depression and anxiety.
Clients that have experienced trauma, substance abuse and family issues. Struggling with depression and anxiety.
(760) 227-5274 View (760) 227-5274

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Art Therapy

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.