Expressive Arts Therapists in 53716
Renee Saltzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RDT
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53716 (Online Only)
I also offer clients with an invitation to use drama therapy, an expressive arts therapy focused on embodied action and creativity, to help gain deeper insights and connection to mind and body.
Is your substance use is getting out of hand? Do you feel like you can’t control your anxiety, worry, or fears? Or, are you tired of just existing and feeling like there’s no hope? Maybe you have experienced a traumatic event, are struggling to adjust to a life change, or have been using substances to cope. What if I told you there was hope, and there is another way to live? I have the tools to help you engage with your life, and the people in your life, in a more meaningful, authentic, and peace-filled manner.
I also offer clients with an invitation to use drama therapy, an expressive arts therapy focused on embodied action and creativity, to help gain deeper insights and connection to mind and body.
Is your substance use is getting out of hand? Do you feel like you can’t control your anxiety, worry, or fears? Or, are you tired of just existing and feeling like there’s no hope? Maybe you have experienced a traumatic event, are struggling to adjust to a life change, or have been using substances to cope. What if I told you there was hope, and there is another way to live? I have the tools to help you engage with your life, and the people in your life, in a more meaningful, authentic, and peace-filled manner.
Annmarie Geiss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC, DARTT, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Monona, WI 53716
I am a therapist and the director of a small group therapy practice, Waypoint Counseling & Wellness (waypointwi.com). Our team works with individuals 18 and older and offers a variety of specializations and approaches to improve mental health and wellbeing. We believe people hold unique qualities, characteristics, beliefs, and experiences. We work with clients to identify and cultivate their innate strengths and resources to inspire positive changes towards a more balanced and meaningful life. Please view our site to learn more about our team.
I am a therapist and the director of a small group therapy practice, Waypoint Counseling & Wellness (waypointwi.com). Our team works with individuals 18 and older and offers a variety of specializations and approaches to improve mental health and wellbeing. We believe people hold unique qualities, characteristics, beliefs, and experiences. We work with clients to identify and cultivate their innate strengths and resources to inspire positive changes towards a more balanced and meaningful life. Please view our site to learn more about our team.
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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.