Expressive Arts Therapists in 75022
David Huffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
I believe we all possess the potential to meet our challenges and find a fulfilling life. I look forward to accompanying you along this important journey. Through exploration of your experiences and through creative and courageous responses in your relationships, new pathways emerge. I provide conversation, expressive arts, and activity-based therapies with adults, couples, and teens. I provide play therapy for children, allowing them to feel safe, express themselves, and find solutions to problems, all in their natural language of play. I also enjoy collaborating with parents and caregivers to enhance relationships with their children and ease parenting challenges.
I believe we all possess the potential to meet our challenges and find a fulfilling life. I look forward to accompanying you along this important journey. Through exploration of your experiences and through creative and courageous responses in your relationships, new pathways emerge. I provide conversation, expressive arts, and activity-based therapies with adults, couples, and teens. I provide play therapy for children, allowing them to feel safe, express themselves, and find solutions to problems, all in their natural language of play. I also enjoy collaborating with parents and caregivers to enhance relationships with their children and ease parenting challenges.
Julie Ann Ballinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, BCN
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Additionally, I have training/certification in biofeedback, mindfulness, and expressive arts.
I believe we can discover a life to love - and while life presents us with periods of stability and order, it also contains times of challenge and uncertainty. I trust that the periods of instability that require change can be successfully negotiated through self-exploration and self-compassion. My role as a counseling professional is to create and maintain a supportive, empathic, collaborative environment where you feel safe to explore and experiment with different solutions to your personal difficulties.
Additionally, I have training/certification in biofeedback, mindfulness, and expressive arts.
I believe we can discover a life to love - and while life presents us with periods of stability and order, it also contains times of challenge and uncertainty. I trust that the periods of instability that require change can be successfully negotiated through self-exploration and self-compassion. My role as a counseling professional is to create and maintain a supportive, empathic, collaborative environment where you feel safe to explore and experiment with different solutions to your personal difficulties.
Corrie Fentress
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Waitlist for new clients
I incorporate play therapy, expressive arts, and mindfulness techniques.
I am excited for the opportunity to make a difference by connecting and growing through relationships. I work with individuals, children, adolescents, and families. I strive to guide my patients toward a life filled with hope, happiness, and wellness. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, family/relational conflict, and ADHD. I am EMDR trained. I foster a very bright and caring personality and aim to develop a genuine bond on the path towards individual wellness.
I incorporate play therapy, expressive arts, and mindfulness techniques.
I am excited for the opportunity to make a difference by connecting and growing through relationships. I work with individuals, children, adolescents, and families. I strive to guide my patients toward a life filled with hope, happiness, and wellness. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, family/relational conflict, and ADHD. I am EMDR trained. I foster a very bright and caring personality and aim to develop a genuine bond on the path towards individual wellness.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
I use a client-centered approach, incorporating techniques from play therapy, expressive arts, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Hello! I'm Heather, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a master's degree in professional counseling from Stephen F. Austin State University. I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate and effective counseling services with a particular focus on children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about helping children and parents navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, emotional and behavioral regulation, social skills, and parenting challenges.
I use a client-centered approach, incorporating techniques from play therapy, expressive arts, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Hello! I'm Heather, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a master's degree in professional counseling from Stephen F. Austin State University. I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate and effective counseling services with a particular focus on children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about helping children and parents navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, emotional and behavioral regulation, social skills, and parenting challenges.
Rebecca R Reilly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75022
I integrate expressive arts as appropriate to help clients explore the parts of themselves that may not be accessible through traditional talk therapy.
I work with adults and I specialize in anxiety, depression, disordered eating, and/or interpersonal relationships. My approach to therapy is holistic, which allows me to provide a safe space in which my clients can explore and accept who they are. To facilitate this process of self-discovery, I have a non-directive and supportive manner that encourages openness and trust in the therapeutic relationship. I honor all cultural and spiritual backgrounds, and I am sensitive to LGBT individuals.
I integrate expressive arts as appropriate to help clients explore the parts of themselves that may not be accessible through traditional talk therapy.
I work with adults and I specialize in anxiety, depression, disordered eating, and/or interpersonal relationships. My approach to therapy is holistic, which allows me to provide a safe space in which my clients can explore and accept who they are. To facilitate this process of self-discovery, I have a non-directive and supportive manner that encourages openness and trust in the therapeutic relationship. I honor all cultural and spiritual backgrounds, and I am sensitive to LGBT individuals.
Samantha Ricks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Samantha utilizes various treatment modalities, including traditional talk therapy, activity therapy, play therapy, and expressive arts activities.
Samantha enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Samantha wants to empower children and families to explore and express their emotions and equip them with skills to utilize in their daily lives. Samantha has gained research and clinical experience working with children with neurodevelopment disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. Along with equipping children with emotional skills, Samantha utilizes various activities that support the development of social and executive functioning skills in session.
Samantha utilizes various treatment modalities, including traditional talk therapy, activity therapy, play therapy, and expressive arts activities.
Samantha enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Samantha wants to empower children and families to explore and express their emotions and equip them with skills to utilize in their daily lives. Samantha has gained research and clinical experience working with children with neurodevelopment disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. Along with equipping children with emotional skills, Samantha utilizes various activities that support the development of social and executive functioning skills in session.
Shlomit Oliel
LPC Associate, MS, NCC, LPCA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022 (Online Only)
I utilize a humanistic approach to empowering my clients with self-knowledge, coping skills, and self-acceptance through play therapy (kids), talk therapy, expressive arts, dreamwork, and mindfulness techniques.
I am an LPC Associate committed to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate life transitions and emotional and behavioral challenges through acceptance, kindness, and empowerment. I am passionate about multicultural competencies and providing a safe and non-judgmental place for a diverse clientele. I specialized in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, acculturation issues, LGTBQI+, and perinatal care. I recognize my clients' efforts to commit weekly to their mental health. Therapy can be challenging and emotionally draining; thus, I encourage my client to do self-care and be compassionate during this process.
I utilize a humanistic approach to empowering my clients with self-knowledge, coping skills, and self-acceptance through play therapy (kids), talk therapy, expressive arts, dreamwork, and mindfulness techniques.
I am an LPC Associate committed to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate life transitions and emotional and behavioral challenges through acceptance, kindness, and empowerment. I am passionate about multicultural competencies and providing a safe and non-judgmental place for a diverse clientele. I specialized in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, acculturation issues, LGTBQI+, and perinatal care. I recognize my clients' efforts to commit weekly to their mental health. Therapy can be challenging and emotionally draining; thus, I encourage my client to do self-care and be compassionate during this process.
Kristen is a compassionate and dedicated licensed professional counselor associate who is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can heal and grow. Kristen holds a master’s degree in counseling and development from Texas Woman’s University. She is a certified professional school counselor and elementary teacher in Texas. Kristen has a deep understanding of the unique challenges children, adolescents, and their families face today.
Kristen is a compassionate and dedicated licensed professional counselor associate who is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can heal and grow. Kristen holds a master’s degree in counseling and development from Texas Woman’s University. She is a certified professional school counselor and elementary teacher in Texas. Kristen has a deep understanding of the unique challenges children, adolescents, and their families face today.
Joann Aronow Professional Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCS, LCDC, NCC, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
My name is Joann Aronow MS, LPCS, LCDC, NCC, CHST, CSAT, CPTT. I have experience with Alcohol addiction, Drug addiction, Sex addiction, ED, Dual Diagnosis, Couples, and Family Therapy. I formerly worked at Sante Center for Healing as an Outpatient Therapist and am now in private practice. I I have my Masters Degree from TWU in Community Counseling. I am a member of Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key, accepted to Who's Who in College Students 2013, a member of Alpha Rho and TCA.
My name is Joann Aronow MS, LPCS, LCDC, NCC, CHST, CSAT, CPTT. I have experience with Alcohol addiction, Drug addiction, Sex addiction, ED, Dual Diagnosis, Couples, and Family Therapy. I formerly worked at Sante Center for Healing as an Outpatient Therapist and am now in private practice. I I have my Masters Degree from TWU in Community Counseling. I am a member of Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key, accepted to Who's Who in College Students 2013, a member of Alpha Rho and TCA.
"Courage doesn't happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life." Shannon L. Alder
"Courage doesn't happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life." Shannon L. Alder
Tamara McFarland Counseling, PLLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Dr. McFarland is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor as well as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Tamara is a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown and her team. Tamara studied marriage and family dynamics in her doctorate program. She is certified in the Gottman marriage counseling method I & II and utilizes Sue Johnson's theory of Emotionally Focused Therapy for repairing attachment in couples work. Tamara is trained in EMDR therapy I & II which is used for treating trauma.
Dr. McFarland is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor as well as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Tamara is a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown and her team. Tamara studied marriage and family dynamics in her doctorate program. She is certified in the Gottman marriage counseling method I & II and utilizes Sue Johnson's theory of Emotionally Focused Therapy for repairing attachment in couples work. Tamara is trained in EMDR therapy I & II which is used for treating trauma.
Are you or your child experiencing anxiety or depression? Have you recently moved to the area? We accept clients from ages 3-99. We provide play therapy for 3-8, activity therapy for 9-12, and talk therapy for 13-99. Our counselors are very affordable and we have Masters and Doctoral level student counselors. We are also currently enrolling parents into our Child Parent Relationship Therapy groups.
Are you or your child experiencing anxiety or depression? Have you recently moved to the area? We accept clients from ages 3-99. We provide play therapy for 3-8, activity therapy for 9-12, and talk therapy for 13-99. Our counselors are very affordable and we have Masters and Doctoral level student counselors. We are also currently enrolling parents into our Child Parent Relationship Therapy groups.
Rebeca Mata
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75022
I am Rebeca Mata, founder of Mata Counseling Services in Flower Mound. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with extensive experience working with children/teens and adults with diverse issues- specifically trauma. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My compassionate team provides professional individual counseling to children and adults who are survivors of trauma and/or experiencing a wide array of issues, including but not limited to, depression, self-harm, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem, and relationships.
I am Rebeca Mata, founder of Mata Counseling Services in Flower Mound. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with extensive experience working with children/teens and adults with diverse issues- specifically trauma. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My compassionate team provides professional individual counseling to children and adults who are survivors of trauma and/or experiencing a wide array of issues, including but not limited to, depression, self-harm, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem, and relationships.
Phoenix Rising Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75022
Waitlist for new clients
I will help anyone and everyone that I possibly can within my scope of practice. My ideal client is a person who is motivated to work at being their best self, whatever that looks like to her/him/them; someone who is interested in developing a strong therapeutic alliance and is willing to consider 'non-conventional' therapeutic interventions if the situation warrants; and someone who won't allow temporary barriers or circumstantial ickiness to get in the way of them/him/her reaching a state of BadAssery!
I will help anyone and everyone that I possibly can within my scope of practice. My ideal client is a person who is motivated to work at being their best self, whatever that looks like to her/him/them; someone who is interested in developing a strong therapeutic alliance and is willing to consider 'non-conventional' therapeutic interventions if the situation warrants; and someone who won't allow temporary barriers or circumstantial ickiness to get in the way of them/him/her reaching a state of BadAssery!
Shelley Nicole Howard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-A , RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022 (Online Only)
Since the days of pigtails, I’ve been pulled by this strong force to access wisdom and connect with something higher than this tangible world. This gnawing passion has led me to study the power of the mind and how to create what our souls truly desire. I’ve been blessed to study ancient technologies such as yoga and breathwork and am so passionate about sharing simple tools to effect real change. I was trained in counseling at University of North Texas, receiving my Masters in Education. My favorite courses were transpersonal counseling and stress reduction through movement.
Since the days of pigtails, I’ve been pulled by this strong force to access wisdom and connect with something higher than this tangible world. This gnawing passion has led me to study the power of the mind and how to create what our souls truly desire. I’ve been blessed to study ancient technologies such as yoga and breathwork and am so passionate about sharing simple tools to effect real change. I was trained in counseling at University of North Texas, receiving my Masters in Education. My favorite courses were transpersonal counseling and stress reduction through movement.
Stacey Counsels
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Through the process of traditional therapy and/or the making and creating of artwork individuals are encouraged to explore feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behaviors, develop social skills/communications, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, promote relaxation and increase self-esteem. I believe that you will find in working together a sense of support, encouragement, challenge and empowerment which promotes and fosters personal growth, an assistance in healing your mind and body, and an enhanced quality of life. I invite you to join me in creative discoveries of self!
Through the process of traditional therapy and/or the making and creating of artwork individuals are encouraged to explore feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behaviors, develop social skills/communications, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, promote relaxation and increase self-esteem. I believe that you will find in working together a sense of support, encouragement, challenge and empowerment which promotes and fosters personal growth, an assistance in healing your mind and body, and an enhanced quality of life. I invite you to join me in creative discoveries of self!
Cassie Barrera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Now offering supervision for Associates in Texas. In the midst of difficult times and challenges, we find opportunity. I believe that the moments we are pushed out of our comfort zone allow for personal growth and healing. I pull from several different approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I find that this creates a unique counseling experience for each client and provides a collaborative environment to explore.
Now offering supervision for Associates in Texas. In the midst of difficult times and challenges, we find opportunity. I believe that the moments we are pushed out of our comfort zone allow for personal growth and healing. I pull from several different approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I find that this creates a unique counseling experience for each client and provides a collaborative environment to explore.
Miranda Rex
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, MS, MT-BC, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75022
If you’ve felt a little lost or stuck, or like something just isn’t right, or maybe even felt nothing at all, therapy is a great space to figure things out. In today’s world, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves and our feelings. You might have specific goals you want to achieve, or you might just need a safe space to untangle the knots in your brain; we will collaborate and decide together what best meets your needs.
If you’ve felt a little lost or stuck, or like something just isn’t right, or maybe even felt nothing at all, therapy is a great space to figure things out. In today’s world, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves and our feelings. You might have specific goals you want to achieve, or you might just need a safe space to untangle the knots in your brain; we will collaborate and decide together what best meets your needs.
Rachel McCullough
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Flower Mound, TX 75022
My goal in working with clients is to build a strong, authentic, and trusting relationship in which they are able to safely and openly explore themselves, their relationships with others, and any other concerns. I recognize that each client is unique and that there is no “one size fits all” solution. I strive to meet each person where they are and to work collaboratively to meet your individual needs and goals, whatever they may be. I hope to empower my clients to connect with their existing strengths and resources, to face future challenges with courage, and to create more meaningful, healthier lives and relationships.
My goal in working with clients is to build a strong, authentic, and trusting relationship in which they are able to safely and openly explore themselves, their relationships with others, and any other concerns. I recognize that each client is unique and that there is no “one size fits all” solution. I strive to meet each person where they are and to work collaboratively to meet your individual needs and goals, whatever they may be. I hope to empower my clients to connect with their existing strengths and resources, to face future challenges with courage, and to create more meaningful, healthier lives and relationships.
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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.