Expressive Arts Therapists in Bristol, CT
Shawniel Chamanlal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
We have advance training in EMDR, DBT, CBT, Reiki, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, which aid in the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship issues.
Hello, I’m Shawniel Chamanlal founder of Healing Springs Wellness Center. Our expert team of Therapist and Wellness Professionals are passionate about empowering individuals to live a more authentic, meaningful, and fulfilling life. We have created a safe and nonjudgmental space to allow you to move beyond your fears, life stressors, and unhelpful behavioral patterns. We utilize scientifically proven methods and holistic healing to help you feel better emotionally and to optimize your physical and spiritual wellness.
We have advance training in EMDR, DBT, CBT, Reiki, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, which aid in the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship issues.
Hello, I’m Shawniel Chamanlal founder of Healing Springs Wellness Center. Our expert team of Therapist and Wellness Professionals are passionate about empowering individuals to live a more authentic, meaningful, and fulfilling life. We have created a safe and nonjudgmental space to allow you to move beyond your fears, life stressors, and unhelpful behavioral patterns. We utilize scientifically proven methods and holistic healing to help you feel better emotionally and to optimize your physical and spiritual wellness.
Achieving Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
Welcome! This is the first step toward optimum wellness. Services are confidential and designed to meet each individual need a person may have. Relationship issues, life transitions or whatever it may be that is on your mind together we will develop a plan and take steps toward achieving your goals. I take a holistic approach and assist clients in understanding themselves better in order to develop to their full potential. It may be focusing on specific coping skills or action steps or it may be exploring thoughts feelings and beliefs and identifying what comes next.
Welcome! This is the first step toward optimum wellness. Services are confidential and designed to meet each individual need a person may have. Relationship issues, life transitions or whatever it may be that is on your mind together we will develop a plan and take steps toward achieving your goals. I take a holistic approach and assist clients in understanding themselves better in order to develop to their full potential. It may be focusing on specific coping skills or action steps or it may be exploring thoughts feelings and beliefs and identifying what comes next.
Robin L. Shahverdian
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, PsyDABD, CLAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I hope you will discover and create that which inspires you, find your motivation, notice and value your worth, and cherish those things that evoke emotions in you and make life worth living. Live Love Breathe Create
I hope you will discover and create that which inspires you, find your motivation, notice and value your worth, and cherish those things that evoke emotions in you and make life worth living. Live Love Breathe Create
Natasha Bush (Nienna Counseling)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
Waitlist for new clients
If you have ever experienced the feeling of not belonging or felt that you and your experiences were beyond the realm of help, then you have come to the right place! I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and who have experienced trauma. In our work together, we will collaborate and I will meet you where you are at so that you can leverage your strengths, interests, and natural support systems to change your life for the better.
If you have ever experienced the feeling of not belonging or felt that you and your experiences were beyond the realm of help, then you have come to the right place! I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and who have experienced trauma. In our work together, we will collaborate and I will meet you where you are at so that you can leverage your strengths, interests, and natural support systems to change your life for the better.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to help clients achieve their goals. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and positive space to help clients reach their full potential.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to help clients achieve their goals. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and positive space to help clients reach their full potential.
Hello, my name is Crystal Hayes and I have a MA in Clinical Psychology and am a LPC with over 9 years of experience as a mental health clinician. I have extensive training in trauma and attachment, particularly childhood abuse and relationship struggles. Throughout the years, I have worked with clients aged 4-85 in residential, partial hospitalization, community/in-home, outpatient, and recovery settings. To me, therapy is about creating a comfortable environment and a meaningful connection to my clients so that they feel supported and safe while working through challenges and sharing vulnerable parts of themselves.
Hello, my name is Crystal Hayes and I have a MA in Clinical Psychology and am a LPC with over 9 years of experience as a mental health clinician. I have extensive training in trauma and attachment, particularly childhood abuse and relationship struggles. Throughout the years, I have worked with clients aged 4-85 in residential, partial hospitalization, community/in-home, outpatient, and recovery settings. To me, therapy is about creating a comfortable environment and a meaningful connection to my clients so that they feel supported and safe while working through challenges and sharing vulnerable parts of themselves.
If you are struggling with a life situation, anxiety or an emotional disturbance, I offer my genuine guidance through conversation and/or creative expression. It is my goal to see a client's happiness and peace. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & an Art Therapist. I've been trained as a clinician in traditional talk therapy but also art therapy, allowing a client to open up in a variety of ways. I feel that every person deserves to feel wholeness in his or her life.
If you are struggling with a life situation, anxiety or an emotional disturbance, I offer my genuine guidance through conversation and/or creative expression. It is my goal to see a client's happiness and peace. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & an Art Therapist. I've been trained as a clinician in traditional talk therapy but also art therapy, allowing a client to open up in a variety of ways. I feel that every person deserves to feel wholeness in his or her life.
I am Devin M. Gallipoli, LCSW, and I am deeply committed to guiding individuals and families through their journey to mental and emotional well-being. I specialize in assisting children, teens, adults, and families facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. In my practice, I prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and confront their struggles. Utilizing a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including play and art therapy techniques, and other eclectic approaches, I tailor my interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual.
I am Devin M. Gallipoli, LCSW, and I am deeply committed to guiding individuals and families through their journey to mental and emotional well-being. I specialize in assisting children, teens, adults, and families facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. In my practice, I prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and confront their struggles. Utilizing a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including play and art therapy techniques, and other eclectic approaches, I tailor my interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Caitlin Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
I love what I do. My style of counseling is warm, compassionate, and relational. It’s an absolute privilege to work with my clients as they overcome obstacles that stand in the way of them living their best lives. I specialize in supporting clients in overcoming eating disorders and other complex food and negative body-image related issues.
I love what I do. My style of counseling is warm, compassionate, and relational. It’s an absolute privilege to work with my clients as they overcome obstacles that stand in the way of them living their best lives. I specialize in supporting clients in overcoming eating disorders and other complex food and negative body-image related issues.
Audrey Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
Want to shift the old patterns that haunt you? Want to gain coping skills to help with difficulties? Are you in need of Spiritual guidance? If you are looking for results, you have found the right therapist! Your time is valuable, and I look forward to supporting your journey to reach your highest quality of life. I work with both Traditional & Non-Traditional, Ancient & Modern Approaches. You choose what works for you. As a Ceremonialist I also help you bring meaning to significant events: Births, deaths etc. Learn to weave the threads of difficulties into a more stable tapestry of your life. (see photo gallery for insight)
Want to shift the old patterns that haunt you? Want to gain coping skills to help with difficulties? Are you in need of Spiritual guidance? If you are looking for results, you have found the right therapist! Your time is valuable, and I look forward to supporting your journey to reach your highest quality of life. I work with both Traditional & Non-Traditional, Ancient & Modern Approaches. You choose what works for you. As a Ceremonialist I also help you bring meaning to significant events: Births, deaths etc. Learn to weave the threads of difficulties into a more stable tapestry of your life. (see photo gallery for insight)
Alexandra Isaac Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
If you are seeking for a therapist who can listen and provide you feedback without judgment, you have found her. I believe that we all go through difficult times. I am here to support and guidance you through family and relationship issues, emotional disturbance, adjustment to change, trauma and other life circumstances. We all deserve the opportunity to be the best version of ourselves. IF interested, CLICK the Website Tab Below my Pic.
If you are seeking for a therapist who can listen and provide you feedback without judgment, you have found her. I believe that we all go through difficult times. I am here to support and guidance you through family and relationship issues, emotional disturbance, adjustment to change, trauma and other life circumstances. We all deserve the opportunity to be the best version of ourselves. IF interested, CLICK the Website Tab Below my Pic.
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Jenna Rose Alcaraz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06030
Her approach to reaching wholeness and one’s potential pulls from DBT, mindfulness and expressive arts.
Jenna is a bilingual psychotherapist offering individual, group and family therapy in-person and online. She has served women, children and families for over 10 years as a therapist, doula, yoga practitioner and educator. Jenna holds a M.A. in Holistic Clinical Mental Health Counseling and postgraduate certificate in Expressive Arts. She is certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and extensively trained in yoga and mindfulness. She lives her life by the same principles she employs in therapy. She strives to see the true potential in herself and others while doing her best to be present and hold empathic space for all.
Her approach to reaching wholeness and one’s potential pulls from DBT, mindfulness and expressive arts.
Jenna is a bilingual psychotherapist offering individual, group and family therapy in-person and online. She has served women, children and families for over 10 years as a therapist, doula, yoga practitioner and educator. Jenna holds a M.A. in Holistic Clinical Mental Health Counseling and postgraduate certificate in Expressive Arts. She is certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and extensively trained in yoga and mindfulness. She lives her life by the same principles she employs in therapy. She strives to see the true potential in herself and others while doing her best to be present and hold empathic space for all.
Alexandra Sherwood
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, MA
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06030
Waitlist for new clients
I’m so glad you’re here. I entered into this field to help others heal; and to be a source of reassurance and support for clients as they journey and navigate through hardships, obstacles and embrace personal growth and progress in their lives. I work with children, teens, adults and families, and I enjoy finding creative ways to engage with clients in sessions to help them find and maintain motivations, to enhance the therapeutic process and improve their own wellness. I utilize a client centered approach, meaning I meet clients where they are at, and work on helping clients to hold themselves accountable for work done in therapy.
I’m so glad you’re here. I entered into this field to help others heal; and to be a source of reassurance and support for clients as they journey and navigate through hardships, obstacles and embrace personal growth and progress in their lives. I work with children, teens, adults and families, and I enjoy finding creative ways to engage with clients in sessions to help them find and maintain motivations, to enhance the therapeutic process and improve their own wellness. I utilize a client centered approach, meaning I meet clients where they are at, and work on helping clients to hold themselves accountable for work done in therapy.
Dr. Kayti Protos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with clients with eating disorder, trauma, and addiction. I have a particular interest for working with marginalized voices, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. One passion is helping those impacted by power-based personal violence and assisting them in reclaiming their voice. I believe in fostering mutually-empowering relationships with clients that assist in supporting them through their personal journeys and encouraging them to access their inner strength and capacity for change. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and groups, with a special interest in the emerging adult population.
I specialize in working with clients with eating disorder, trauma, and addiction. I have a particular interest for working with marginalized voices, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. One passion is helping those impacted by power-based personal violence and assisting them in reclaiming their voice. I believe in fostering mutually-empowering relationships with clients that assist in supporting them through their personal journeys and encouraging them to access their inner strength and capacity for change. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and groups, with a special interest in the emerging adult population.
You are ready to take the next step to invest in your own true growth. Life can be like a roller coaster- it should never be an unsafe ride that feels unending- you need rest and get to reset! I am a trauma-informed, Licensed Therapist, experienced with ages ranging from 3 to 92. Being trained in a variety of evidence-based practices, I offer a comprehensive range of therapy techniques including IFS, MI, and CBT. My approach is strength-based, intuitive and clinically sound, assisting you to create positive, lasting change. My lived experience is proof that you can do it too -discovering your sacred Self!
You are ready to take the next step to invest in your own true growth. Life can be like a roller coaster- it should never be an unsafe ride that feels unending- you need rest and get to reset! I am a trauma-informed, Licensed Therapist, experienced with ages ranging from 3 to 92. Being trained in a variety of evidence-based practices, I offer a comprehensive range of therapy techniques including IFS, MI, and CBT. My approach is strength-based, intuitive and clinically sound, assisting you to create positive, lasting change. My lived experience is proof that you can do it too -discovering your sacred Self!
Erika K Whetzel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
When looking for a therapist it's important you find someone your feel comfortable with. Therapy can be a safe place to share and explore feelings or issues that challenge most of us at one time or another. I use a strength-based, family systems approach in helping individuals, couples, adolescents, children, and their families to reduce stress, improve communication and relationships. My goal with all clients is to build on existing strengths, and help find realistic solutions to problems and help achieve their goals. I empower them to achieve the changes they are looking for, in a safe comfortable and non judgmental environment.
When looking for a therapist it's important you find someone your feel comfortable with. Therapy can be a safe place to share and explore feelings or issues that challenge most of us at one time or another. I use a strength-based, family systems approach in helping individuals, couples, adolescents, children, and their families to reduce stress, improve communication and relationships. My goal with all clients is to build on existing strengths, and help find realistic solutions to problems and help achieve their goals. I empower them to achieve the changes they are looking for, in a safe comfortable and non judgmental environment.
Camerons Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southington, CT 06489
Are you struggling, feel lost or uncertain about which direction you are going in life. We all go through things in life that have caused us to feel sadness, anxiety and even hopelessness about the future. It is "ok" to accept help and support through difficult times. It is also "ok" to not be "ok" all the time and this is where I can help you through this process. I believe that when a person is struggling from past and/or present issues and they feel like no one hears them or understands, it can become very debilitating in everyday life. I will listen and guide you through the process of healing through your struggles.
Are you struggling, feel lost or uncertain about which direction you are going in life. We all go through things in life that have caused us to feel sadness, anxiety and even hopelessness about the future. It is "ok" to accept help and support through difficult times. It is also "ok" to not be "ok" all the time and this is where I can help you through this process. I believe that when a person is struggling from past and/or present issues and they feel like no one hears them or understands, it can become very debilitating in everyday life. I will listen and guide you through the process of healing through your struggles.
Keona Leary
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06050
l believe growth starts with a number of stages and experiences. The process of counseling is an ongoing experience that includes the elements of a flourishing plant.
l believe growth starts with a number of stages and experiences. The process of counseling is an ongoing experience that includes the elements of a flourishing plant.
At Creative Solutions Counseling, LLC, we work with children and their families to develop the skills they need to lead happy, healthy lives. We provide real solutions for daily living so children can thrive at home, in school and in life. Our approach is fun and engaging, skills-based and strengths-focused. Our top priority is to prepare kids to meet life's challenges by giving them the tools and support they need to live up to their true potential.
At Creative Solutions Counseling, LLC, we work with children and their families to develop the skills they need to lead happy, healthy lives. We provide real solutions for daily living so children can thrive at home, in school and in life. Our approach is fun and engaging, skills-based and strengths-focused. Our top priority is to prepare kids to meet life's challenges by giving them the tools and support they need to live up to their true potential.
Candyce Scott MA, LPC Insight of New England
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC , EMDR
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06051
I specialize in providing therapeutic services to children and families and navigating school issues. My particular areas of interest include supporting individuals who have a low-socioeconomic status, counseling minorities, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parent-adolescent dynamics, trauma, grief, and loss. As an LPC I have a variety of experience providing EMDR, expressive art, laughter yoga, stress management, REBT, Person-Centered Therapy, EFT, and Career Counseling. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals who are struggling to find a greater sense of peace and joy.
I specialize in providing therapeutic services to children and families and navigating school issues. My particular areas of interest include supporting individuals who have a low-socioeconomic status, counseling minorities, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parent-adolescent dynamics, trauma, grief, and loss. As an LPC I have a variety of experience providing EMDR, expressive art, laughter yoga, stress management, REBT, Person-Centered Therapy, EFT, and Career Counseling. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals who are struggling to find a greater sense of peace and joy.
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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.