Art Therapy in Atherton, CA
My approach blends talk therapy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and creative exploration such as journaling or art.
You're the person others rely on: the helper, the thoughtful friend, the one who tries to keep everything together. But lately you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted. Maybe you're navigating grief, relationship challenges, big life transitions, or the pressure of always being the strong one. I work with insightful, reflective people who want more than surface-level coping skills. Together we slow things down, explore what's beneath the stress, and help you reconnect with clarity, purpose, and a deeper sense of peace.
My approach blends talk therapy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and creative exploration such as journaling or art.
You're the person others rely on: the helper, the thoughtful friend, the one who tries to keep everything together. But lately you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted. Maybe you're navigating grief, relationship challenges, big life transitions, or the pressure of always being the strong one. I work with insightful, reflective people who want more than surface-level coping skills. Together we slow things down, explore what's beneath the stress, and help you reconnect with clarity, purpose, and a deeper sense of peace.
I am a therapist because I love to witness people grow in the beautiful, non-linear way we all do as humans. With my private practice, Inner G Wellness, I am honored to walk alongside clients on their journey to discovering and embracing their Inner G: the greatness, grounding, goals, & gifts that make them unique. Using evidence-based practices, I’ll support you in creating a path that aligns with your values and aspirations. My approach provides a sacred space for you to uncover the essence of who you are, deepen your self-awareness, & learn how to ride life’s waves with confidence & clarity.
I am a therapist because I love to witness people grow in the beautiful, non-linear way we all do as humans. With my private practice, Inner G Wellness, I am honored to walk alongside clients on their journey to discovering and embracing their Inner G: the greatness, grounding, goals, & gifts that make them unique. Using evidence-based practices, I’ll support you in creating a path that aligns with your values and aspirations. My approach provides a sacred space for you to uncover the essence of who you are, deepen your self-awareness, & learn how to ride life’s waves with confidence & clarity.
Are you a busy professional, navigating the complexities of career and personal life? Struggling with dating issues? Unresolved family conflicts, emotional toll of trauma or divorce? Perhaps you are facing the added pressure of court-ordered family/ therapy for your child; or trying to balance the demands of legal and professional responsibilities?
Since I am certified in EMDR for trauma, Domestic Violence, and eating disorders, I am a compassionate and skilled therapist who can provide support through the challenges you face. Reconnect with your true self /individuality & set clear boundaries to protect your well-being..
Are you a busy professional, navigating the complexities of career and personal life? Struggling with dating issues? Unresolved family conflicts, emotional toll of trauma or divorce? Perhaps you are facing the added pressure of court-ordered family/ therapy for your child; or trying to balance the demands of legal and professional responsibilities?
Since I am certified in EMDR for trauma, Domestic Violence, and eating disorders, I am a compassionate and skilled therapist who can provide support through the challenges you face. Reconnect with your true self /individuality & set clear boundaries to protect your well-being..
Welcome! Let's talk if obsessive, poor body image, eating disorders & disordered eating are holding you back from living a full, content life. I'd love for you to reach out if you need a specialist in identifying and finding solutions to issues blocking you or your child's best academic, sports, & professional performance such as poor concentration or motivation. You'll find me authentic, warm, & approachable. I offer a professional, respectful & laid back space to support you forward on your journey to building a life & relationships where you can finally breathe deeply & live to your full, individual potential.
Welcome! Let's talk if obsessive, poor body image, eating disorders & disordered eating are holding you back from living a full, content life. I'd love for you to reach out if you need a specialist in identifying and finding solutions to issues blocking you or your child's best academic, sports, & professional performance such as poor concentration or motivation. You'll find me authentic, warm, & approachable. I offer a professional, respectful & laid back space to support you forward on your journey to building a life & relationships where you can finally breathe deeply & live to your full, individual potential.
I'm also a certified Art Therapist and offer sand tray therapy as well.
I have a quiet approach to helping clients deal with loss, anxiety, and weathering transitions. I have been a licensed MFT for 37 years. In addition to treating those in locked psychiatric hospitals, I was the clinical director for two different residential treatment programs for over 25 years and have supervised over 100 interns.
I'm also a certified Art Therapist and offer sand tray therapy as well.
I have a quiet approach to helping clients deal with loss, anxiety, and weathering transitions. I have been a licensed MFT for 37 years. In addition to treating those in locked psychiatric hospitals, I was the clinical director for two different residential treatment programs for over 25 years and have supervised over 100 interns.
As a Licensed Holistic Psychotherapist, I have a passion for helping individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed by their emotions find clarity, balance, and healing. I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, in their relationships, or unresolved emotional pain. My approach goes beyond just talk therapy—by integrating mind-body techniques and holistic practices, I provide a comprehensive, personalized path toward emotional well-being.
As a Licensed Holistic Psychotherapist, I have a passion for helping individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed by their emotions find clarity, balance, and healing. I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, in their relationships, or unresolved emotional pain. My approach goes beyond just talk therapy—by integrating mind-body techniques and holistic practices, I provide a comprehensive, personalized path toward emotional well-being.
Modalities I use to treat trauma are EMDR, Somatic Interventions, Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), TF-CBT, narrative work, meditation, and art.
Is it time to heal? I am here to help! I work together with people who have experienced trauma or difficult times. I believe that people have an amazing ability to heal. Everyone does! I often hear people say "I want to stop letting this interfere with my life but I don't know how." Guess what? I do! I am not saying that it will be easy to work towards a better life; but it will be WORTH IT. You deserve to live the best life possible. Let's start working together! I am EMDR certified and help other therapists hone their EMDR skills as an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. TELEHEALTH ONLY including EMDR in most cases.
Modalities I use to treat trauma are EMDR, Somatic Interventions, Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), TF-CBT, narrative work, meditation, and art.
Is it time to heal? I am here to help! I work together with people who have experienced trauma or difficult times. I believe that people have an amazing ability to heal. Everyone does! I often hear people say "I want to stop letting this interfere with my life but I don't know how." Guess what? I do! I am not saying that it will be easy to work towards a better life; but it will be WORTH IT. You deserve to live the best life possible. Let's start working together! I am EMDR certified and help other therapists hone their EMDR skills as an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. TELEHEALTH ONLY including EMDR in most cases.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual therapy, assessment, and sport psychology services.
I work with clients to help create meaningful change that begins with genuine connection, trust, and compassion.
I support children, adolescents, and adults, including athletes at various stages of development and performance, as they explore the issues that have brought them to therapy, the barriers that may be keeping them stuck, and ways to move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual therapy, assessment, and sport psychology services.
I work with clients to help create meaningful change that begins with genuine connection, trust, and compassion.
I support children, adolescents, and adults, including athletes at various stages of development and performance, as they explore the issues that have brought them to therapy, the barriers that may be keeping them stuck, and ways to move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.
My work includes: ACT, MBCT, EMDR, IFS, Sensorimotor, Solution-Focused Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Art Expression, EFT, and Bibliotherapy as well as other therapies.
I work primarily with capable women who carry significant responsibilities-professionals, caregivers, and women who are often the emotional backbone of their communities. The women I work often are navigating trauma histories, anxiety, caregiving for children or aging parents, the impact of parental narcissism, or neurodiversity, while continuing to show up competently in demanding roles. With nearly four decades of clinical experience, and licensure in California and AZ, I bring a highly informed approach to therapy. I also serve as a hospital therapeutic consultant I am a member of the Oxford (UK) Mindfulness Teacher's Community.
My work includes: ACT, MBCT, EMDR, IFS, Sensorimotor, Solution-Focused Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Art Expression, EFT, and Bibliotherapy as well as other therapies.
I work primarily with capable women who carry significant responsibilities-professionals, caregivers, and women who are often the emotional backbone of their communities. The women I work often are navigating trauma histories, anxiety, caregiving for children or aging parents, the impact of parental narcissism, or neurodiversity, while continuing to show up competently in demanding roles. With nearly four decades of clinical experience, and licensure in California and AZ, I bring a highly informed approach to therapy. I also serve as a hospital therapeutic consultant I am a member of the Oxford (UK) Mindfulness Teacher's Community.
Hi! I’m Emma. I'm so glad you’re here. I am deeply passionate about people and their stories. Sometimes we crave a safe space where we can share our hardship, pain, joy, change, and challenge. I love getting to provide that for people. I believe in welcoming my clients with compassion, affirmation, no judgment, and no criticism. As a therapist I am warm, encouraging, and curious. It's my job and hope to get to know you, and your story. For our entire time together I work alongside you with your best interests in mind. I want to help you build lifestyles, relationships, and goals that feel achievable and authentic.
Hi! I’m Emma. I'm so glad you’re here. I am deeply passionate about people and their stories. Sometimes we crave a safe space where we can share our hardship, pain, joy, change, and challenge. I love getting to provide that for people. I believe in welcoming my clients with compassion, affirmation, no judgment, and no criticism. As a therapist I am warm, encouraging, and curious. It's my job and hope to get to know you, and your story. For our entire time together I work alongside you with your best interests in mind. I want to help you build lifestyles, relationships, and goals that feel achievable and authentic.
You deserve to live the life of your wildest dreams. You may feel stuck, alone, and lost. These are difficult states of mind to experience. My greatest joy in life is assisting clients in reconnecting to that authentic heart-centered place within themselves to access their unlimited potential to create wealth and abundance in; career, all relationships (family/friends/romantic), finances, emotional wellbeing, physical health, creative expression, connection, community, and spiritual growth. This is for those who are looking to do the deep work of observing themselves and finding what really serves their highest purpose.
You deserve to live the life of your wildest dreams. You may feel stuck, alone, and lost. These are difficult states of mind to experience. My greatest joy in life is assisting clients in reconnecting to that authentic heart-centered place within themselves to access their unlimited potential to create wealth and abundance in; career, all relationships (family/friends/romantic), finances, emotional wellbeing, physical health, creative expression, connection, community, and spiritual growth. This is for those who are looking to do the deep work of observing themselves and finding what really serves their highest purpose.
My goal is to help my clients break free from pain and become the most authentic, confident and content version of themselves. I know how it feels to be stuck in pain, and I know how amazing and life changing it feels to find a way out. I believe that this process is what builds beautiful, strong resilient people. My mission is to guide clients along the path of self-discovery and resilience building that best suits their unique needs.
My approach is a unique blend of modalities including Experiential, Humanistic, IFS, CBT, and Holistic Psychology.
My goal is to help my clients break free from pain and become the most authentic, confident and content version of themselves. I know how it feels to be stuck in pain, and I know how amazing and life changing it feels to find a way out. I believe that this process is what builds beautiful, strong resilient people. My mission is to guide clients along the path of self-discovery and resilience building that best suits their unique needs.
My approach is a unique blend of modalities including Experiential, Humanistic, IFS, CBT, and Holistic Psychology.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? Healing happens when we support both the mind and body. Therapy can be a space to build insight, develop practical tools, and reconnect with yourself in a deeper, more meaningful way.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Certified Yoga Therapist, I offer a holistic, trauma-informed approach integrating mindfulness, somatic therapy, breathwork, nervous system regulation, and evidence-based coping skills. I help clients manage stress, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions while building greater emotional balance.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? Healing happens when we support both the mind and body. Therapy can be a space to build insight, develop practical tools, and reconnect with yourself in a deeper, more meaningful way.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Certified Yoga Therapist, I offer a holistic, trauma-informed approach integrating mindfulness, somatic therapy, breathwork, nervous system regulation, and evidence-based coping skills. I help clients manage stress, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions while building greater emotional balance.
You may have built a life that looks accomplished from the outside, yet privately you find yourself carrying more than others realize. You may be navigating a leadership transition, questioning long-held assumptions, grieving what once was, or sensing that the strategies that brought you here are no longer enough.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, curious individuals seeking something deeper than symptom relief. They want greater clarity, stronger relationships, and the ability to remain present under pressure without losing themselves in the process.
You may have built a life that looks accomplished from the outside, yet privately you find yourself carrying more than others realize. You may be navigating a leadership transition, questioning long-held assumptions, grieving what once was, or sensing that the strategies that brought you here are no longer enough.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, curious individuals seeking something deeper than symptom relief. They want greater clarity, stronger relationships, and the ability to remain present under pressure without losing themselves in the process.
I am a client-centered, goal-oriented Licensed Psychotherapist with a decade of professional experience in Clinical Psychotherapy, specializing in Group, Couples, Family, and Individual therapy. My passion for connecting with others and my intuitive awareness of their emotional and psychological needs guide my practice. I hold a master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Western Seminary in Santa Clara, CA, and I am credentialed as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. I understand the importance of having someone trustworthy during difficult times. I am here to listen, provide support, and help you navigate your challenges.
I am a client-centered, goal-oriented Licensed Psychotherapist with a decade of professional experience in Clinical Psychotherapy, specializing in Group, Couples, Family, and Individual therapy. My passion for connecting with others and my intuitive awareness of their emotional and psychological needs guide my practice. I hold a master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Western Seminary in Santa Clara, CA, and I am credentialed as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. I understand the importance of having someone trustworthy during difficult times. I am here to listen, provide support, and help you navigate your challenges.
in trauma-informed art therapy.
You're amid transition and need support with anxiety, depression, grief, and the challenges that result from life's unexpected changes, disappointments, and losses. You would like to become a better friend to yourself and are highly motivated and curious about learning creative skills, techniques, and coping tools to overcome interpersonal obstacles. You are ready for a breakthrough and for healthier relationships in your life. You welcome the idea of becoming your own therapist and best friend. You are prepared to embark on a compassionate journey toward greater clarity, self-acceptance, self-empowerment, healing, and wholeness.
in trauma-informed art therapy.
You're amid transition and need support with anxiety, depression, grief, and the challenges that result from life's unexpected changes, disappointments, and losses. You would like to become a better friend to yourself and are highly motivated and curious about learning creative skills, techniques, and coping tools to overcome interpersonal obstacles. You are ready for a breakthrough and for healthier relationships in your life. You welcome the idea of becoming your own therapist and best friend. You are prepared to embark on a compassionate journey toward greater clarity, self-acceptance, self-empowerment, healing, and wholeness.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
I specialize in art-therapy and offer this to clients who are comfortable using the arts to support self-awareness and insight.
Hello, I'm Amber Potter, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience. I work with clients who are open to growth and curious about the patterns shaping their relationships and experiences. I’m especially drawn to supporting people who are interested in creating more joy and peace in their lives. Together, we will work toward greater understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.
I specialize in art-therapy and offer this to clients who are comfortable using the arts to support self-awareness and insight.
Hello, I'm Amber Potter, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience. I work with clients who are open to growth and curious about the patterns shaping their relationships and experiences. I’m especially drawn to supporting people who are interested in creating more joy and peace in their lives. Together, we will work toward greater understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.
A warm hello to you. I so happy you stopped by. Are you feeling overwhelmed and need support? I am here to help. I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background including people with Chemical Dependency issues, trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, grief and loss and relationship problems. I am here for you and want to help.
A warm hello to you. I so happy you stopped by. Are you feeling overwhelmed and need support? I am here to help. I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background including people with Chemical Dependency issues, trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, grief and loss and relationship problems. I am here for you and want to help.
Sometimes it’s hard to keep up with the demands of life especially when your mind and body are reacting in ways you don’t fully understand. I help clients find practical, compassionate ways to navigate that challenge and build a sense of ease. My ideal client is someone who is ready to learn new ways of managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or trauma even if they're not sure where to start. I especially enjoy working with neurodivergent individuals who might need help with things like task management, organization, and making sense of how trauma may be showing up in their daily lives.
Sometimes it’s hard to keep up with the demands of life especially when your mind and body are reacting in ways you don’t fully understand. I help clients find practical, compassionate ways to navigate that challenge and build a sense of ease. My ideal client is someone who is ready to learn new ways of managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or trauma even if they're not sure where to start. I especially enjoy working with neurodivergent individuals who might need help with things like task management, organization, and making sense of how trauma may be showing up in their daily lives.
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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.