Expressive Arts Therapists in Marana, AZ
Andrea S Gould
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Marana, AZ 85658
Is your love or work life in flux? Any life TRANSITION or CHANGE creates ripples, often producing stress and anxiety. Moving from one chapter of life to another asks us to leave our comfort zone. These are especially difficult times with the uncertainty factor challenging for all. Managing transition demands your perspectives, mindset and choices modify accordingly. LEARN what it takes to prepare and shift! A GROWTH mindset helps adjustment, and requires vision, motivation, and support to feel clear and confident. I'll be guiding you with wise compassion. Try a free 15min interview or visit LucidLearning.com for more info.
Is your love or work life in flux? Any life TRANSITION or CHANGE creates ripples, often producing stress and anxiety. Moving from one chapter of life to another asks us to leave our comfort zone. These are especially difficult times with the uncertainty factor challenging for all. Managing transition demands your perspectives, mindset and choices modify accordingly. LEARN what it takes to prepare and shift! A GROWTH mindset helps adjustment, and requires vision, motivation, and support to feel clear and confident. I'll be guiding you with wise compassion. Try a free 15min interview or visit LucidLearning.com for more info.
Jessica Perkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marana, AZ 85653 (Online Only)
I provide a therapeutic client-centered approach to assisting my clients work towards their goals. I utilize CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing), Solution Focused, Family Systems, Structural Family Therapy, Art therapy techniques, Play therapy. I am trained in Trauma Informed Care and utilize approach in my practice. I have history of working with children, youth and families. I am honored to have worked alongside my clients as they have traveled down their own personal roads towards wellness.
I provide a therapeutic client-centered approach to assisting my clients work towards their goals. I utilize CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing), Solution Focused, Family Systems, Structural Family Therapy, Art therapy techniques, Play therapy. I am trained in Trauma Informed Care and utilize approach in my practice. I have history of working with children, youth and families. I am honored to have worked alongside my clients as they have traveled down their own personal roads towards wellness.
Marybeth Steigenga
PhD, BCPC
Verified Verified
Marana, AZ 85653
Are you stuck in grief? Are you seeking counseling or life coaching from a Biblical, Christian perspective? I am a Christian counselor with a specialized focus on grief and loss, and all things emotional. Are you trying to navigate a life or relationship issue & need clarity or direction? Do you love someone who pushes your boundaries? I am a Christian life coach with a specialized focus on relationships and boundaries, and all things emotional. Sometimes life gets hard, relationships suffer, and hopelessness sets in. Why not come talk with me and we'll figure these things out together so you don't have to do it alone.
Are you stuck in grief? Are you seeking counseling or life coaching from a Biblical, Christian perspective? I am a Christian counselor with a specialized focus on grief and loss, and all things emotional. Are you trying to navigate a life or relationship issue & need clarity or direction? Do you love someone who pushes your boundaries? I am a Christian life coach with a specialized focus on relationships and boundaries, and all things emotional. Sometimes life gets hard, relationships suffer, and hopelessness sets in. Why not come talk with me and we'll figure these things out together so you don't have to do it alone.
Amanda Watercolor Golightly
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Marana, AZ 85653
Are you feeling overwhelmed by or disconnected to the world and people around you? Do you feel restricted by negative thought cycles, patterns of behavior, or habits that no longer serve you? Are you ready to examine past trauma and how it affects who you have become? Are you looking for skills to process big emotions? Are you ready to sit down and have tea with your inner critics and maybe make friends? If any of these questions strike a chord in your soul and you are ready to address them, I am here to help!
Are you feeling overwhelmed by or disconnected to the world and people around you? Do you feel restricted by negative thought cycles, patterns of behavior, or habits that no longer serve you? Are you ready to examine past trauma and how it affects who you have become? Are you looking for skills to process big emotions? Are you ready to sit down and have tea with your inner critics and maybe make friends? If any of these questions strike a chord in your soul and you are ready to address them, I am here to help!
Nicole Linn
Counselor, MEd, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marana, AZ 85653
Does your child have big emotions, anger, worries, or behaviors that you are struggling to understand? Has your child been through something difficult or just isn’t acting like themselves? If your child is expressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or unexplained difficulties, a play-based model allows a safe environment to explore their feelings and needs affecting healthy functioning. I specialize in using a genuine, non-judgmental, supportive approach to helping children and families develop new ways of thinking and feeling, as well as learning new sets of skills for making choices and having healthier relationships.
Does your child have big emotions, anger, worries, or behaviors that you are struggling to understand? Has your child been through something difficult or just isn’t acting like themselves? If your child is expressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or unexplained difficulties, a play-based model allows a safe environment to explore their feelings and needs affecting healthy functioning. I specialize in using a genuine, non-judgmental, supportive approach to helping children and families develop new ways of thinking and feeling, as well as learning new sets of skills for making choices and having healthier relationships.
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Lori L Feingold;
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, TEP
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85743
Stress, anxiety, and unhealed trauma impacts our relationships, our jobs, our families, and even how we feel about ourselves. When this happens, we can feel as if we are stuck in our relationships & jobs or even trapped in our own lives. Fear & anxiety does not have to control your everyday thoughts and cultivating joy is possible! Choosing to get help is the first step towards change.. Please contact Lori at Connectionscounselingaz.com I am a experienced clinician that treats the mind, body, and spirit.
Stress, anxiety, and unhealed trauma impacts our relationships, our jobs, our families, and even how we feel about ourselves. When this happens, we can feel as if we are stuck in our relationships & jobs or even trapped in our own lives. Fear & anxiety does not have to control your everyday thoughts and cultivating joy is possible! Choosing to get help is the first step towards change.. Please contact Lori at Connectionscounselingaz.com I am a experienced clinician that treats the mind, body, and spirit.
Diana Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85743
I am a firm believer that mental and behavioral health can be stigmatized. Becoming educated and guided in client’s mental stability is my priority as a Therapist. Combining mind, body and soul in the healing process is important for each individual.
I am a firm believer that mental and behavioral health can be stigmatized. Becoming educated and guided in client’s mental stability is my priority as a Therapist. Combining mind, body and soul in the healing process is important for each individual.
Sue Vetere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85742
Not accepting new clients
My practice is focused on helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorders and post-traumatic stress. I specialize in comprehensive grief and loss issues and am passionate about empowering women and other survivors of abuse. Since the relationship between a client and therapist is a strong predictor of a positive outcome, my goal is to provide a supportive, safe and accepting environment where you will feel understood and respected while moving towards self awareness, greater happiness and solutions to problems.
My practice is focused on helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorders and post-traumatic stress. I specialize in comprehensive grief and loss issues and am passionate about empowering women and other survivors of abuse. Since the relationship between a client and therapist is a strong predictor of a positive outcome, my goal is to provide a supportive, safe and accepting environment where you will feel understood and respected while moving towards self awareness, greater happiness and solutions to problems.
Online Therapists
Tiffany K O'Connor
Counselor, MA, LPC2293
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Waitlist for new clients
Expressive arts allows individuals to explore beyond words what they need to process.
I work with most ages, children (over 6), teenagers and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in facing life challenges. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach with Expressive Art Therapy, EMDR and various other interventions. My work experience, includes (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, communication, self-awareness, ADHD & life adjustments. I have experience with children and adults on the spectrum. It is my goal to create a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore your natural gifts that will propel you forward in life.
Expressive arts allows individuals to explore beyond words what they need to process.
I work with most ages, children (over 6), teenagers and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in facing life challenges. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach with Expressive Art Therapy, EMDR and various other interventions. My work experience, includes (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, communication, self-awareness, ADHD & life adjustments. I have experience with children and adults on the spectrum. It is my goal to create a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore your natural gifts that will propel you forward in life.
Ashley A Curtis
Counselor, LMHCA, LAC
Verified Verified
Glendale, AZ 85305 (Online Only)
Drawing from therapeutic approaches like DBT, REBT, Psychodynamic, and Relational Cultural Theory, I utilize expressive arts to help you heal, break generational patterns, and find your true self.
My ideal client, rooted in Black and Brown communities, seeks liberation from generational patterns. They crave authentic self-expression, healing from deep-seated traumas, and genuine personal growth. Their quest is for an authentic path, shedding burdens that no longer serve, and discovering true selves through artistic exploration. Their motivation? To rewrite their narrative, transform their existence, and inspire change for themselves, families, and the community. It's about embracing identity, unlocking potential, and channeling creativity for profound personal growth.
Drawing from therapeutic approaches like DBT, REBT, Psychodynamic, and Relational Cultural Theory, I utilize expressive arts to help you heal, break generational patterns, and find your true self.
My ideal client, rooted in Black and Brown communities, seeks liberation from generational patterns. They crave authentic self-expression, healing from deep-seated traumas, and genuine personal growth. Their quest is for an authentic path, shedding burdens that no longer serve, and discovering true selves through artistic exploration. Their motivation? To rewrite their narrative, transform their existence, and inspire change for themselves, families, and the community. It's about embracing identity, unlocking potential, and channeling creativity for profound personal growth.
Erin Love
Counselor, LAC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85705
I often find ways to utilize expressive arts in session to encourage clients to turn towards their experience in the present moment, as well as provide opportunities for nonverbal communication and self-regulation.
I love working with highly sensitive individuals, artists, and social outcasts of all kinds (Website: Erin-Love.com). There is a place for you in this world, even when it feels like it wasn't designed with you in mind at all. As a neurodivergent therapist, I bring lived experience + resources to challenges with executive functioning, social anxiety & masking, nervous system sensitivity, and feeling chronically misinterpreted. I am also passionate about helping others navigate their way through an existential crisis of identity and meaning, and revere the deeply vulnerable self-examination that occurs during life's many transitions.
I often find ways to utilize expressive arts in session to encourage clients to turn towards their experience in the present moment, as well as provide opportunities for nonverbal communication and self-regulation.
I love working with highly sensitive individuals, artists, and social outcasts of all kinds (Website: Erin-Love.com). There is a place for you in this world, even when it feels like it wasn't designed with you in mind at all. As a neurodivergent therapist, I bring lived experience + resources to challenges with executive functioning, social anxiety & masking, nervous system sensitivity, and feeling chronically misinterpreted. I am also passionate about helping others navigate their way through an existential crisis of identity and meaning, and revere the deeply vulnerable self-examination that occurs during life's many transitions.
Taelor Emmert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296 (Online Only)
I also love incorporating expressive arts into therapy like art, music, writing, poetry and sand tray.
Hi there! I am an Arizona State University graduate (Go Sun Devils!) with a Bachelors Degree in Family and Human Development and a Masters Degree in Counseling. I have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of struggles including family disruption, trauma, anxiety, behavioral problems, grief, faith crisis, self esteem and depression. I approach the therapeutic process by incorporating many modalities into therapy that fit the needs of each client.
I also love incorporating expressive arts into therapy like art, music, writing, poetry and sand tray.
Hi there! I am an Arizona State University graduate (Go Sun Devils!) with a Bachelors Degree in Family and Human Development and a Masters Degree in Counseling. I have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of struggles including family disruption, trauma, anxiety, behavioral problems, grief, faith crisis, self esteem and depression. I approach the therapeutic process by incorporating many modalities into therapy that fit the needs of each client.
Debra Urken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
My diverse training in cognitive/behavioral therapy modalities, somatic movement, neuroscience, and the expressive arts (including visual art, dance, and writing) allows me to support children's, adolescents', and young adults' growth in many different ways.
Is your child or teen feeling stressed, anxious, and/or depressed? Does he/she need ways to cope with difficult thoughts, strong emotions, a life transition, and/or stressful social situations? Does he/she want to learn not only how to cope, but how to thrive? Or are you a young adult (18-25 years old) struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you need support as you work toward building a rich, meaningful life? Would you like help processing traumatic experiences? Expressive arts therapy and body-oriented therapy are especially useful when "words are not enough".
My diverse training in cognitive/behavioral therapy modalities, somatic movement, neuroscience, and the expressive arts (including visual art, dance, and writing) allows me to support children's, adolescents', and young adults' growth in many different ways.
Is your child or teen feeling stressed, anxious, and/or depressed? Does he/she need ways to cope with difficult thoughts, strong emotions, a life transition, and/or stressful social situations? Does he/she want to learn not only how to cope, but how to thrive? Or are you a young adult (18-25 years old) struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you need support as you work toward building a rich, meaningful life? Would you like help processing traumatic experiences? Expressive arts therapy and body-oriented therapy are especially useful when "words are not enough".
Lisa Fortino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
I came to this work as a result of the adoption of my daughter through the foster care system in California. From the day I began work, I have devoted my work to the well-being of others. I specialize in: EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, trauma therapy, Gottman Method of couples therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, strengths-base therapies and more. I am committed to helping individuals, couples, and families through difficult times and assist people in finding their best selves. I truly have seen real growth and healing in people through positive guidance.
I came to this work as a result of the adoption of my daughter through the foster care system in California. From the day I began work, I have devoted my work to the well-being of others. I specialize in: EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, trauma therapy, Gottman Method of couples therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, strengths-base therapies and more. I am committed to helping individuals, couples, and families through difficult times and assist people in finding their best selves. I truly have seen real growth and healing in people through positive guidance.
Alexandra Trusty
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85041
I utilize therapeutic techniques such as EMDR, child-parent psychotherapy, sand-tray, play therapy, TFCBT, expressive arts, and mindfulness.
I believe that we all have the capacity for healing within ourselves. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and caregivers. My goal is to instill hope and healing for clients presenting with concerns related to post-traumatic stress, attachment, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, disruptive behaviors, social skills, parenting, and/or relational distress.
I utilize therapeutic techniques such as EMDR, child-parent psychotherapy, sand-tray, play therapy, TFCBT, expressive arts, and mindfulness.
I believe that we all have the capacity for healing within ourselves. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and caregivers. My goal is to instill hope and healing for clients presenting with concerns related to post-traumatic stress, attachment, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, disruptive behaviors, social skills, parenting, and/or relational distress.
Kristy Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85233
I provide therapy for children, families and individuals. My approach is playful, creative and fun. I practice from a Social Work perspective, taking into account all of the relationships, stressors, strengths and support a person has surrounding them. My approach is a collaborative effort with parents, who bring the most important perspective and knowledge regarding their children. Working together will only make us more successful in creating real change. I utilize many therapeutic techniques, including Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, Play, Sensory, Behavior Modification and more.
I provide therapy for children, families and individuals. My approach is playful, creative and fun. I practice from a Social Work perspective, taking into account all of the relationships, stressors, strengths and support a person has surrounding them. My approach is a collaborative effort with parents, who bring the most important perspective and knowledge regarding their children. Working together will only make us more successful in creating real change. I utilize many therapeutic techniques, including Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, Play, Sensory, Behavior Modification and more.
Nicky Langbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85013
With over 15 years experience, my passion is creating a safe space for you to explore your conscious and unconscious mind and be able to talk about things you might not be able to talk about in other areas of your life. I believe that both a collaborative and compassionate approach is fertile ground for personal growth. I work with you as a whole individual encompassing mind, body and spirit. I am trained in Internal Family Systems, Trauma Integrated Somatic Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Mindfulness practices, Emotion Freedom Technique, CBT, DBT, ACT and Heartmath, amongst other evidence-based modalities.
With over 15 years experience, my passion is creating a safe space for you to explore your conscious and unconscious mind and be able to talk about things you might not be able to talk about in other areas of your life. I believe that both a collaborative and compassionate approach is fertile ground for personal growth. I work with you as a whole individual encompassing mind, body and spirit. I am trained in Internal Family Systems, Trauma Integrated Somatic Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Mindfulness practices, Emotion Freedom Technique, CBT, DBT, ACT and Heartmath, amongst other evidence-based modalities.
Paige Palsgaard
Counselor, MC, LAC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
My specialities include, but are not limited to: children, teens, young Adults, play therapy/sand tray, expressive arts interventions, depression, anxiety, Autism/ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, and stress management.
Children are incredibly resilient and honest and I strive to create as much space for autonomy and self-efficacy as a counselor. I have found that play therapy, expressive arts, and sand tray allows for children to express themselves in a natural and inviting way as well as create opportunities for children to learn to self-regulate and communicate their needs.
My specialities include, but are not limited to: children, teens, young Adults, play therapy/sand tray, expressive arts interventions, depression, anxiety, Autism/ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, and stress management.
Children are incredibly resilient and honest and I strive to create as much space for autonomy and self-efficacy as a counselor. I have found that play therapy, expressive arts, and sand tray allows for children to express themselves in a natural and inviting way as well as create opportunities for children to learn to self-regulate and communicate their needs.
Heartful Solutions for Families
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Waitlist for new clients
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
Danyah Subei
Counselor, MAATC, ATR, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85283 (Online Only)
Does your cup feel empty? Are you surviving and not really thriving? As an artist, art therapist, and counselor these questions are instrumental to my work. I'm most passionate about using vulnerability as a strength to foster a brave therapeutic space that recognizes healing beyond mere coping and symptom reduction. I truly believe in the power of therapy and creative self-expression in helping individuals develop greater self-awareness and meaning-making to meet their holistic needs (mind, body, and spirit). Using an array of expressive arts and traditional therapy tools post-traumatic growth and healing can become more tangible.
Does your cup feel empty? Are you surviving and not really thriving? As an artist, art therapist, and counselor these questions are instrumental to my work. I'm most passionate about using vulnerability as a strength to foster a brave therapeutic space that recognizes healing beyond mere coping and symptom reduction. I truly believe in the power of therapy and creative self-expression in helping individuals develop greater self-awareness and meaning-making to meet their holistic needs (mind, body, and spirit). Using an array of expressive arts and traditional therapy tools post-traumatic growth and healing can become more tangible.
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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.