Art Therapy in Tahoe City, CA
Truckee Therapy Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-CA, LCSW-NV
Verified Verified
Tahoe City, CA 96145
We st art with understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing.
Do you wonder whether life could be better or want to be able to focus more on your goals and live your best life? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, or feeling disconnected from your self or others? Do you feel exhausted or frustrated by the thought that there is no light at the end of the tunnel or that something is missing? Now, more than ever, so many people are feeling drained and uncertain about finding their place in life. Not addressing past trauma or challenges can lead to even more overwhelm. We believe that it should not be so hard to live better, that people can change, and that there is hope.
We st art with understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing.
Do you wonder whether life could be better or want to be able to focus more on your goals and live your best life? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, or feeling disconnected from your self or others? Do you feel exhausted or frustrated by the thought that there is no light at the end of the tunnel or that something is missing? Now, more than ever, so many people are feeling drained and uncertain about finding their place in life. Not addressing past trauma or challenges can lead to even more overwhelm. We believe that it should not be so hard to live better, that people can change, and that there is hope.
If you are a woman struggling with depression or anxiety, trauma or feeling overwhelmed with everyday life and relationships or responsibility, you are pregnant, or about to give birth, a mother struggling to be superwoman or thinking you are not enough, let's talk and see what time we can spend on therapy, assessment and group supports to embrace your dreams of an emotionally stronger you and a better life.
If you are a woman struggling with depression or anxiety, trauma or feeling overwhelmed with everyday life and relationships or responsibility, you are pregnant, or about to give birth, a mother struggling to be superwoman or thinking you are not enough, let's talk and see what time we can spend on therapy, assessment and group supports to embrace your dreams of an emotionally stronger you and a better life.
I support at-risk youth, young adults, & their families in transforming difficult emotional experiences into opportunities to deepen their relationship to self and the world around them. I enjoy helping my clients get in touch with their own inner wisdom and explore how one can begin navigating from that place with more ease. I believe we are all deserving of healing and I strive to be accessible and affirmative in my work with clients. I invite and welcome clients from all backgrounds, sexualities, gender identities, and various relationship styles.
I support at-risk youth, young adults, & their families in transforming difficult emotional experiences into opportunities to deepen their relationship to self and the world around them. I enjoy helping my clients get in touch with their own inner wisdom and explore how one can begin navigating from that place with more ease. I believe we are all deserving of healing and I strive to be accessible and affirmative in my work with clients. I invite and welcome clients from all backgrounds, sexualities, gender identities, and various relationship styles.
Joseph Weinstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tahoe City, CA 96145
I offer a grounded person-centered approach to therapeutic work that is highly collaborative and rooted in depth psychology, the healing power of nature, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness. I provide a therapeutic experience that is non-directive, compassionate, and authentic. I specialize in assisting highly creative and sensitive youth and adults interested in personal growth and healing. I have tremendous respect for those willing to embrace their own vulnerability and embark upon the dynamic and challenging journey of psychotherapy.
I offer a grounded person-centered approach to therapeutic work that is highly collaborative and rooted in depth psychology, the healing power of nature, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness. I provide a therapeutic experience that is non-directive, compassionate, and authentic. I specialize in assisting highly creative and sensitive youth and adults interested in personal growth and healing. I have tremendous respect for those willing to embrace their own vulnerability and embark upon the dynamic and challenging journey of psychotherapy.
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Meg Lear - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR, RYT700
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Truckee, CA 96160
My training includes: Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy and Integration, Art Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and over 1,000 hrs.
I'm a forest dwelling, Northern California native devoted to helping folks leverage neuroplasticity and treat symptoms at the source. My clients are the seekers with BIG questions, creatives, women and those in search of greater emotional control, healthy boundaries and self-compassion. I believe that good therapy should empower people via the acquisition of new tools, and that it’s through this process we shift from surviving to thriving and begin to self heal. Together, we’ll explore how to break the cycle of burnout, rediscover joy and re-learn how to trust ourselves and others.
My training includes: Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy and Integration, Art Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and over 1,000 hrs.
I'm a forest dwelling, Northern California native devoted to helping folks leverage neuroplasticity and treat symptoms at the source. My clients are the seekers with BIG questions, creatives, women and those in search of greater emotional control, healthy boundaries and self-compassion. I believe that good therapy should empower people via the acquisition of new tools, and that it’s through this process we shift from surviving to thriving and begin to self heal. Together, we’ll explore how to break the cycle of burnout, rediscover joy and re-learn how to trust ourselves and others.
My clients are people of all ages who find themselves ready to move into a way of being and relating that they know in their hearts is possible. Experience has shown me that a trusted relationship is medicine that catalyzes our ability to meet our pain, question our beliefs, refine our visions, celebrate our joy—all of which are p art of becoming ourselves. Within many frames of psychology, I have seen how easy it can be to become locked into identity structures that reinforce limitation. Energy wants to move. Experiences want to be known. Visions want to be honed. These intensifying days call to us whispering- time to transform.
My clients are people of all ages who find themselves ready to move into a way of being and relating that they know in their hearts is possible. Experience has shown me that a trusted relationship is medicine that catalyzes our ability to meet our pain, question our beliefs, refine our visions, celebrate our joy—all of which are p art of becoming ourselves. Within many frames of psychology, I have seen how easy it can be to become locked into identity structures that reinforce limitation. Energy wants to move. Experiences want to be known. Visions want to be honed. These intensifying days call to us whispering- time to transform.
I specialize in children, adolescents, grief, trauma, marital/relationship issues, divorce mediation, step-parenting, dating, depression, anxiety, life reinvention coaching, infidelity, empty nest, ,life crisis, and sexual assault issues. I aid individuals in learning new and healthy ways to work through problems and stresses in their lives, help the family as a unit learn to relate to each other in a more positive and successful environment and teach clients skills and techniques that will help them problem-solve and feel better about themselves in all aspects of their lives.
I specialize in children, adolescents, grief, trauma, marital/relationship issues, divorce mediation, step-parenting, dating, depression, anxiety, life reinvention coaching, infidelity, empty nest, ,life crisis, and sexual assault issues. I aid individuals in learning new and healthy ways to work through problems and stresses in their lives, help the family as a unit learn to relate to each other in a more positive and successful environment and teach clients skills and techniques that will help them problem-solve and feel better about themselves in all aspects of their lives.
At Indigo Waters Counseling Services, we believe that mental health and wellness are essential towards living a fullfulling life. Children and adults are vulnerable to experiencing challenges balancing the various stressors life can bring about. We will work together to identify the core problems and develop treatment goals.
At Indigo Waters Counseling Services, we believe that mental health and wellness are essential towards living a fullfulling life. Children and adults are vulnerable to experiencing challenges balancing the various stressors life can bring about. We will work together to identify the core problems and develop treatment goals.
Online Therapists
Hello! My name is Anh Tran, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I focus on connecting and building trust first and foremost, allowing each client to lead their treatment. Having a specialty in art therapy, I typically use art and creative modalities to support clients towards self reflection and deeper insight into themselves and discover their own wisdom throughout their treatment. I am a first generation Vietnamese-American woman of color who is passionate about dismantling the stigma around therapy, mental health, and empowering ourselves and communities to reconnect to our true self.
Hello! My name is Anh Tran, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I focus on connecting and building trust first and foremost, allowing each client to lead their treatment. Having a specialty in art therapy, I typically use art and creative modalities to support clients towards self reflection and deeper insight into themselves and discover their own wisdom throughout their treatment. I am a first generation Vietnamese-American woman of color who is passionate about dismantling the stigma around therapy, mental health, and empowering ourselves and communities to reconnect to our true self.
Work Experience: CHW Medical Foundation, Bayshore Family Center, Your House South, Sierra Vista Psychiatric Hospital (inpt/outpt)- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy/ Art Therapy, Sutter Cancer Center- Bereavement Art Therapy, IEP driven mental health counseling/crisis response- Kings View Counseling, Yolo County Office of Ed, Davis Joint Unified School District.
Instead of looking at therapy as uncomfortable & difficult, consider this… we are our strongest when we have the courage to reveal & repair the most vulnerable aspects of ourselves. This is referred to as reframing, looking at a challenging situation in a new light. Let’s build some positive thinking patterns together. Laughing is also very therapeutic for the brain as it releases endorphins which increases focus, helps us integrate thoughts, & stimulates flexible thinking which are all important components of change & healing.
Work Experience: CHW Medical Foundation, Bayshore Family Center, Your House South, Sierra Vista Psychiatric Hospital (inpt/outpt)- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy/ Art Therapy, Sutter Cancer Center- Bereavement Art Therapy, IEP driven mental health counseling/crisis response- Kings View Counseling, Yolo County Office of Ed, Davis Joint Unified School District.
Instead of looking at therapy as uncomfortable & difficult, consider this… we are our strongest when we have the courage to reveal & repair the most vulnerable aspects of ourselves. This is referred to as reframing, looking at a challenging situation in a new light. Let’s build some positive thinking patterns together. Laughing is also very therapeutic for the brain as it releases endorphins which increases focus, helps us integrate thoughts, & stimulates flexible thinking which are all important components of change & healing.
I tend to use Mindfulness-based strategies and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) most often, as well as parenting support, psychoeducation, and play and art activities.
Hello and welcome to my page. I bring 20 years of experience supporting children (ages 3-18) and families throughout varying stages of development and changes in life circumstances. While there is a multitude of reasons why families seek support, I may be most helpful to those facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, adjustment-related stress, chronic illness, and relationship challenges. My education includes earning a BA and BS from UC Berkeley and MA and PsyD from Pepperdine University. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
I tend to use Mindfulness-based strategies and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) most often, as well as parenting support, psychoeducation, and play and art activities.
Hello and welcome to my page. I bring 20 years of experience supporting children (ages 3-18) and families throughout varying stages of development and changes in life circumstances. While there is a multitude of reasons why families seek support, I may be most helpful to those facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, adjustment-related stress, chronic illness, and relationship challenges. My education includes earning a BA and BS from UC Berkeley and MA and PsyD from Pepperdine University. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
I am an interactive p art of sessions and believe that I am truly there to guide you through your process.
I believe that with patience, time, insight, awareness and understanding; progress and healing can be achieved. From my 15 years experience working with children, teens and adults -I have gained a strong passion to help individuals whom struggle with self-esteem issues, trauma, anxiety and depression. I also have a strong passion and extensive experience working with children and their behaviors, along with providing parenting support. As a mother of two small children, I understand the impact of juggling it all and the importance of support and practicing self-care. I’m here to provide insight, understanding and coping skills.
I am an interactive p art of sessions and believe that I am truly there to guide you through your process.
I believe that with patience, time, insight, awareness and understanding; progress and healing can be achieved. From my 15 years experience working with children, teens and adults -I have gained a strong passion to help individuals whom struggle with self-esteem issues, trauma, anxiety and depression. I also have a strong passion and extensive experience working with children and their behaviors, along with providing parenting support. As a mother of two small children, I understand the impact of juggling it all and the importance of support and practicing self-care. I’m here to provide insight, understanding and coping skills.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 12 years of experience. I understand that each person seeks therapy for their own unique challenges; therefore, therapy should not be a one-size-fits-all approach. My therapy orientation is an eclectic one. I am well-versed in Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Attachment Theories, and Art Therapy. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy. I am certified in EMDR.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 12 years of experience. I understand that each person seeks therapy for their own unique challenges; therefore, therapy should not be a one-size-fits-all approach. My therapy orientation is an eclectic one. I am well-versed in Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Attachment Theories, and Art Therapy. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy. I am certified in EMDR.
However, I believe coming to therapy is a brave and vulnerable choice you or your family are making! My therapeutic approach focuses on using family systems theory and Art therapy.
Therapy is often a place we go to when we desire a change. Whether that be a change within ourselves, a relationship, a life stressor, or a family, change is difficult and, more often than not, uncomfortable.
However, I believe coming to therapy is a brave and vulnerable choice you or your family are making! My therapeutic approach focuses on using family systems theory and Art therapy.
Therapy is often a place we go to when we desire a change. Whether that be a change within ourselves, a relationship, a life stressor, or a family, change is difficult and, more often than not, uncomfortable.
Catherine Pollard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roseville, CA 95678
We have a child play therapy room for the younger one’s which include games, art therapy and ways to process in a child’s language.
Your struggling with grief and it seems like the world has continued to go on. You find yourself stuck or doing the same things over and over again. You are tired of not being on the same page with your partner and are growing more and more distant. This is true for many people and I am so glad you are here. There is a way through and I would love to join you on your journey. You will find a compassionate, supportive guide who walks with you and to the other side where there is hope and healing .We will work together in a safe, supportive environment. Using a research based couples counseling method, we can improve your story.
We have a child play therapy room for the younger one’s which include games, art therapy and ways to process in a child’s language.
Your struggling with grief and it seems like the world has continued to go on. You find yourself stuck or doing the same things over and over again. You are tired of not being on the same page with your partner and are growing more and more distant. This is true for many people and I am so glad you are here. There is a way through and I would love to join you on your journey. You will find a compassionate, supportive guide who walks with you and to the other side where there is hope and healing .We will work together in a safe, supportive environment. Using a research based couples counseling method, we can improve your story.
Brian A. Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Roseville, CA 95661
Yes...therapy can help you: Be like the teens, who finally feel fully understood. Or the adults, who really need an attentive guide during a mid-life crisis. Or be like the ones who just got off-track in life, but were able to get refocused on their path. Or the folks with personal trauma who dive deeper with Brainspotting. Or be like those who use Art Therapy or SandTray Therapy to express themselves and thus, grow a level of self-respect that everyone can see, and appreciate. Let’s create a therapeutic space full of TRUST so that you can safely heal. My work begins with some assessment and some emotional first aide, and then...
Yes...therapy can help you: Be like the teens, who finally feel fully understood. Or the adults, who really need an attentive guide during a mid-life crisis. Or be like the ones who just got off-track in life, but were able to get refocused on their path. Or the folks with personal trauma who dive deeper with Brainspotting. Or be like those who use Art Therapy or SandTray Therapy to express themselves and thus, grow a level of self-respect that everyone can see, and appreciate. Let’s create a therapeutic space full of TRUST so that you can safely heal. My work begins with some assessment and some emotional first aide, and then...
I use DBT-informed art therapy for developing skills of core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and nonjudgmental acceptance.
Are you ready for new growth? I believe that you have the innate capacity to heal, develop, and grow. Life can be stressful, and we may come across life experiences that unbalance and overwhelm us. Often the very painful issues such as anxiety, depression, difficulty with relationships, life stage transitions, trauma, illness, and lack of purpose/motivation may present as an opportunity for exploration, personal growth, and development. Therapy provides a safe haven for identifying inner conflicts, exploring feelings, and letting go of limiting patterns of negative beliefs and behaviors.
I use DBT-informed art therapy for developing skills of core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and nonjudgmental acceptance.
Are you ready for new growth? I believe that you have the innate capacity to heal, develop, and grow. Life can be stressful, and we may come across life experiences that unbalance and overwhelm us. Often the very painful issues such as anxiety, depression, difficulty with relationships, life stage transitions, trauma, illness, and lack of purpose/motivation may present as an opportunity for exploration, personal growth, and development. Therapy provides a safe haven for identifying inner conflicts, exploring feelings, and letting go of limiting patterns of negative beliefs and behaviors.
Claudia Forster, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sonora, CA 95370
I use art, sand and play therapy.
Are you worried, fearful or depressed? Would you like guidance, options and a new perspective? I can help you live a more satisfying life through compassionate listening, honest feedback, and a focus on results. My goal is that you learn skills to maintain the changes that satisfy you. If you desire a greater ability to understand and control your emotions and feel content, I can help you. Discover opportunities to see yourself differently than you currently do and create an effective, positive and lasting change. We will focus on getting the results you need to live a more satisfying life.
I use art, sand and play therapy.
Are you worried, fearful or depressed? Would you like guidance, options and a new perspective? I can help you live a more satisfying life through compassionate listening, honest feedback, and a focus on results. My goal is that you learn skills to maintain the changes that satisfy you. If you desire a greater ability to understand and control your emotions and feel content, I can help you. Discover opportunities to see yourself differently than you currently do and create an effective, positive and lasting change. We will focus on getting the results you need to live a more satisfying life.
Maayan Bick | Individual + Relational Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I am trained in inner-child work, EMDR, art/play therapy, and trauma-informed care.
I am passionate about helping deep feelers and thinkers (from children to adults) live a life of meaning and fulfillment by: learning strategies on how to manage emotions, cope with existential dread, navigate changing relational roles and identities, and build resiliency during times of uncertainty, transition, and stress. My empathetic nature plays a role in my therapeutic style. I collaboratively work with those who experience emotional instability due to to anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, attachment injuries, heartbreak, CPTSD, and grief.
I am trained in inner-child work, EMDR, art/play therapy, and trauma-informed care.
I am passionate about helping deep feelers and thinkers (from children to adults) live a life of meaning and fulfillment by: learning strategies on how to manage emotions, cope with existential dread, navigate changing relational roles and identities, and build resiliency during times of uncertainty, transition, and stress. My empathetic nature plays a role in my therapeutic style. I collaboratively work with those who experience emotional instability due to to anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, attachment injuries, heartbreak, CPTSD, and grief.
Caitlin Carnegie
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , ATR-P
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95973
Through Art Therapy, I attempt to foster a sense of self-esteem, self-awareness, emotional resilience, and personal insight within my clients while supporting them in reducing conflicts and distress.
As a clinician, my goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their identities. In my practice, I offer support to Adolescents and Adults in navigating the complexities of diagnoses such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and PTSD. Additionally, I address issues related to grief, boundaries, self-care, and LGBTQ+ concerns.
Through Art Therapy, I attempt to foster a sense of self-esteem, self-awareness, emotional resilience, and personal insight within my clients while supporting them in reducing conflicts and distress.
As a clinician, my goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their identities. In my practice, I offer support to Adolescents and Adults in navigating the complexities of diagnoses such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and PTSD. Additionally, I address issues related to grief, boundaries, self-care, and LGBTQ+ concerns.
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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.