Expressive Arts Therapists in 78228
Mia Gonzales
LPC Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228
Some of the techniques I use are trauma-focused person-centered counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, solutions-focused therapy, and expressive arts modalities.
You are the expert of your life, I am just a therapist that can help you find your path. No one talks about it but therapy can be hard. Therapy involves us discussing our emotions, acknowledging what we are feeling, and making active steps towards change. Thank you for taking steps towards taking care of you. My goal as a clinician is to provide a safe space that will empower you to be yourself.
Some of the techniques I use are trauma-focused person-centered counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, solutions-focused therapy, and expressive arts modalities.
You are the expert of your life, I am just a therapist that can help you find your path. No one talks about it but therapy can be hard. Therapy involves us discussing our emotions, acknowledging what we are feeling, and making active steps towards change. Thank you for taking steps towards taking care of you. My goal as a clinician is to provide a safe space that will empower you to be yourself.
Kimberly Monica Patlan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228
You are the expert of your own life. As we work collaboratively to identify your strengths to get you through these difficult times. Helping you in a safe environment that offers empathy, unconditional positive regard, and compassion.
You are the expert of your own life. As we work collaboratively to identify your strengths to get you through these difficult times. Helping you in a safe environment that offers empathy, unconditional positive regard, and compassion.
Trisha Govoni
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78228
Working with adolescents and young adults has always been my passion! Let me help your child develop the healthy coping skills needed to overcome their daily challenges. I am creative and enthusiastic in my approach. I can help your child find inner peace and feel confident in who they are. I have been successful in helping my clients gain personal insight by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Creativity, Art, and Mindfulness . I work to develop age appropriate treatment plans, objectives, and goals in order to help each client reach their potential and work towards long term change.
Working with adolescents and young adults has always been my passion! Let me help your child develop the healthy coping skills needed to overcome their daily challenges. I am creative and enthusiastic in my approach. I can help your child find inner peace and feel confident in who they are. I have been successful in helping my clients gain personal insight by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Creativity, Art, and Mindfulness . I work to develop age appropriate treatment plans, objectives, and goals in order to help each client reach their potential and work towards long term change.
Martin V Bendernagel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228
Many people are hurting and seek help with relationship issues, with their spouse, and other family members; I strive to help restore marriage and family relationships. Common problems that clients bring to me include relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief, past trauma, child behavior problems, addictions, and having problems adjusting to changes in life. I practice spiritually-integrated counseling from a Christian worldview.
Many people are hurting and seek help with relationship issues, with their spouse, and other family members; I strive to help restore marriage and family relationships. Common problems that clients bring to me include relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief, past trauma, child behavior problems, addictions, and having problems adjusting to changes in life. I practice spiritually-integrated counseling from a Christian worldview.
Dr. Caroline K Gonzales
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, ABS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78228 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you stressed out and anxious? Are you struggling with sleep problems because you're worrying too much? Do you suffer from past or recent trauma and have tried other methods of therapy but need deeper work? If you answered yes to any of these, my approach is to collaboratively explore your thoughts, beliefs and life experiences to help you gain self-knowledge and empower you to live a more satisfying life. Our work together will inspire you to cope with difficulties at work or at home in a more productive way. Extremely limited openings. If I cannot see you, I have 10 wonderful therapists on staff, 6 of whom are EMDR trained.
Are you stressed out and anxious? Are you struggling with sleep problems because you're worrying too much? Do you suffer from past or recent trauma and have tried other methods of therapy but need deeper work? If you answered yes to any of these, my approach is to collaboratively explore your thoughts, beliefs and life experiences to help you gain self-knowledge and empower you to live a more satisfying life. Our work together will inspire you to cope with difficulties at work or at home in a more productive way. Extremely limited openings. If I cannot see you, I have 10 wonderful therapists on staff, 6 of whom are EMDR trained.
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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.