Expressive Arts Therapists in 29204
Teresa Kay Satterfield
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA, CBIST, CHT, NLP
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29204
I’m Teresa Satterfield, a specially trained professional, licensed professional counselor associate, certified brain injury specialist, NLP, life coach, and certified hypnotherapist with years of professional experience and a deep passion for helping patients regain their power and control. Are you ready to gain confidence, feel empowered, evolve, become the authentic you, and regain your energy? Additionally, my in-depth experience in delving into the essentials of Neuro-Linguistic Programming has equipped me to identify the root of the problems and provide effective solutions.
I’m Teresa Satterfield, a specially trained professional, licensed professional counselor associate, certified brain injury specialist, NLP, life coach, and certified hypnotherapist with years of professional experience and a deep passion for helping patients regain their power and control. Are you ready to gain confidence, feel empowered, evolve, become the authentic you, and regain your energy? Additionally, my in-depth experience in delving into the essentials of Neuro-Linguistic Programming has equipped me to identify the root of the problems and provide effective solutions.
Lisa Ibekwe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, CAMSII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29204 (Online Only)
Welcome to The Comfy Place! We know that seeking out therapy can be a new and sometimes uncomfortable experience, but we appreciate you considering us to help you on your journey. Our focus is on helping children, teens, young adults, and families heal. We understand that life has many ups and downs so, we aim to create a safe space where people can have fun, get real, and heal. We want everyone to feel like they are a part of our Comfy Place family where we welcome all with open arms no matter where they are on their walk in life. I currently serve the following states MA, PA, RI, VT, ME, NH, UT & FL via Telehealth ONLY.
Welcome to The Comfy Place! We know that seeking out therapy can be a new and sometimes uncomfortable experience, but we appreciate you considering us to help you on your journey. Our focus is on helping children, teens, young adults, and families heal. We understand that life has many ups and downs so, we aim to create a safe space where people can have fun, get real, and heal. We want everyone to feel like they are a part of our Comfy Place family where we welcome all with open arms no matter where they are on their walk in life. I currently serve the following states MA, PA, RI, VT, ME, NH, UT & FL via Telehealth ONLY.
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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.