Expressive Arts Therapists in Norwalk, CT
Suzanne Meyers
Counselor, LMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06854
Waitlist for new clients
With the utilization of the expressive arts, dream interpretation and talk therapy the doors to self-understanding will be opened, inspiration will be found and strength in commitment to a positive life will be gifted.
In our lives, we walk a path with many challenges and trials. Through the therapy, I provide, we will explore your life choices, negative patterns and seek to create positive resolve. For over 20 years, I have provided therapy, which has helped adults and children overcome the trauma of separation, divorce, neglect, abuse, loss along with the need for acceptance. My clients often reveal a discovery of inner strength and personal specialness as they learn to value, who they are and who they want to become.
With the utilization of the expressive arts, dream interpretation and talk therapy the doors to self-understanding will be opened, inspiration will be found and strength in commitment to a positive life will be gifted.
In our lives, we walk a path with many challenges and trials. Through the therapy, I provide, we will explore your life choices, negative patterns and seek to create positive resolve. For over 20 years, I have provided therapy, which has helped adults and children overcome the trauma of separation, divorce, neglect, abuse, loss along with the need for acceptance. My clients often reveal a discovery of inner strength and personal specialness as they learn to value, who they are and who they want to become.
Gina Rodi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851 (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to help guide you toward authenticity while re-establishing interpersonal connections with those around you. Whether you’re looking to gain skills, problem-solving for everyday stress, or are experiencing major life events, we can explore and work toward your personal goals collaboratively. I have a specialty in working with individuals who don’t have a good relationship with food and are seeking to repair their body image, self-esteem, and comfortability with food.
My goal as a therapist is to help guide you toward authenticity while re-establishing interpersonal connections with those around you. Whether you’re looking to gain skills, problem-solving for everyday stress, or are experiencing major life events, we can explore and work toward your personal goals collaboratively. I have a specialty in working with individuals who don’t have a good relationship with food and are seeking to repair their body image, self-esteem, and comfortability with food.
Donna L VanderPoel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MS Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06850
Donna has extensive experience working with diverse populations across a range of mental health concerns. She specializes in treating anxiety disorders, depression, schizoaffective, bipolar, trauma-related issues, relationship difficulties, and grief and loss. Additionally, she offers support to individuals navigating life transitions, such as career changes, divorce, and retirement. By combining her expertise, empathy and dedication, Donna VanderPoel strives to empower individuals to overcome challenges, rediscover their strengths, and lead fulfilling lives. Her mission is to create positive change one client at a time.
Donna has extensive experience working with diverse populations across a range of mental health concerns. She specializes in treating anxiety disorders, depression, schizoaffective, bipolar, trauma-related issues, relationship difficulties, and grief and loss. Additionally, she offers support to individuals navigating life transitions, such as career changes, divorce, and retirement. By combining her expertise, empathy and dedication, Donna VanderPoel strives to empower individuals to overcome challenges, rediscover their strengths, and lead fulfilling lives. Her mission is to create positive change one client at a time.
Chandler French
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
Christine A. Twitty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NBCC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851 (Online Only)
People often struggle with issues during their lifetimes. Some are persistent, others are for a season. Sometimes we feel stuck, bored, or trapped in cycles of living and thinking. Sometimes life throws something unexpected at us, and we need a helper to find our way through. How we view the challenge, our thinking regarding it, and what we choose to believe about it impacts our ability to approach solutions, actions or resolutions. Mindful introspection, understanding what we tell ourselves, and believe about these issues can help to re-write our solutions to the challenges life can bring.
People often struggle with issues during their lifetimes. Some are persistent, others are for a season. Sometimes we feel stuck, bored, or trapped in cycles of living and thinking. Sometimes life throws something unexpected at us, and we need a helper to find our way through. How we view the challenge, our thinking regarding it, and what we choose to believe about it impacts our ability to approach solutions, actions or resolutions. Mindful introspection, understanding what we tell ourselves, and believe about these issues can help to re-write our solutions to the challenges life can bring.
Colleen Fawcett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
Waitlist for new clients
Working with children of all ages, parents, adults and couples I use an eclectic approach using a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches including: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, exposure response therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed, and strength-based therapy. I work with clients to recognize the power of thoughts and their subsequent reactions/responses. Integrating my formal education and my work experiences (psychology, art, teaching, crisis intervention, and social work) my simple goal is to help clients thrive regardless of life circumstances.
Working with children of all ages, parents, adults and couples I use an eclectic approach using a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches including: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, exposure response therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed, and strength-based therapy. I work with clients to recognize the power of thoughts and their subsequent reactions/responses. Integrating my formal education and my work experiences (psychology, art, teaching, crisis intervention, and social work) my simple goal is to help clients thrive regardless of life circumstances.
Nancy S. Scherlong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06850
Are you plagued by stress or anxiety? Would you like to be happier with your life? I am a LCSW in both NY and CT states and a wellness coach with an eclectic approach to mind-body psychotherapy and stress reduction, utilizing mindfulness techniques and biofeedback practices. I will work with you to enhance your sense of self-empowerment with a focus on re-creating mastery and restoring wellness and balance. I employ the creative arts when applicable in my practice to facilitate fuller expression and to develop and enrich personal metaphors (especially therapeutic writing and the action methods of psychodrama).
Are you plagued by stress or anxiety? Would you like to be happier with your life? I am a LCSW in both NY and CT states and a wellness coach with an eclectic approach to mind-body psychotherapy and stress reduction, utilizing mindfulness techniques and biofeedback practices. I will work with you to enhance your sense of self-empowerment with a focus on re-creating mastery and restoring wellness and balance. I employ the creative arts when applicable in my practice to facilitate fuller expression and to develop and enrich personal metaphors (especially therapeutic writing and the action methods of psychodrama).
Patrick Davin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851
My goals as a therapist are simple: To help you overcome your current problems through honest reflection and collaboration in an empathetic, non-judgmental and trusting therapeutic relationship. I want you to leave my office feeling stronger, more resilient, self-aware, and hopeful about your future. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, marital problems, challenging transitions like separation or divorce, or just the day-to-day stress of managing life, we'll work together to find the solutions that will ease your symptoms and, most importantly, help you heal and grow.
My goals as a therapist are simple: To help you overcome your current problems through honest reflection and collaboration in an empathetic, non-judgmental and trusting therapeutic relationship. I want you to leave my office feeling stronger, more resilient, self-aware, and hopeful about your future. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, marital problems, challenging transitions like separation or divorce, or just the day-to-day stress of managing life, we'll work together to find the solutions that will ease your symptoms and, most importantly, help you heal and grow.
Mindful Interventions LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06854
We are more than counseling. Counseling and life coaching are two approaches that work as one in that counseling offers help with clinical issues such as depression and anxiety. Life coaching is about your journey to the person you are to become. As a board certified and licensed counselor in Connecticut and Maine, I have over 30 years of experience in providing counseling, treatment, and behavioral health services to Adolescents and Adults.
We are more than counseling. Counseling and life coaching are two approaches that work as one in that counseling offers help with clinical issues such as depression and anxiety. Life coaching is about your journey to the person you are to become. As a board certified and licensed counselor in Connecticut and Maine, I have over 30 years of experience in providing counseling, treatment, and behavioral health services to Adolescents and Adults.
Allyson Hurlburt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RDT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
Hi! I’m Allyson (she/her) and I am a queer identified therapist. I have over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist in many types of settings including schools, agencies, and the community. I have extensive experience working with trauma as well as young people. My work is relational, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I see therapy as it’s own type of creative process and it looks different for every person. I am here to support you peel back the layers and come home to yourself.
Hi! I’m Allyson (she/her) and I am a queer identified therapist. I have over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist in many types of settings including schools, agencies, and the community. I have extensive experience working with trauma as well as young people. My work is relational, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I see therapy as it’s own type of creative process and it looks different for every person. I am here to support you peel back the layers and come home to yourself.
One Accord Wellness Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CIMHP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
NOW Accepting New Clients- At One Accord Wellness Center LLC., I understand that everyone's pathway to wholeness is unique, and therefore, requires special and individualized care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP) with advanced training in EMDR, I truly believe that strengthening the mind-body connection is a fundamental aspect of healing. I treat with the understanding that with appropriate care, the mind, much like the body, has the capacity to heal itself.
NOW Accepting New Clients- At One Accord Wellness Center LLC., I understand that everyone's pathway to wholeness is unique, and therefore, requires special and individualized care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP) with advanced training in EMDR, I truly believe that strengthening the mind-body connection is a fundamental aspect of healing. I treat with the understanding that with appropriate care, the mind, much like the body, has the capacity to heal itself.
Joanna Clayton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06854
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Courtney van Houten Boucher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is open to collaboration, to working on understanding their inner strengths and needs more in depth, and is willing to help create and grow from within as well as from without. I utilize creative expression and interventions designed to bring out the best in my clients and to confront aspects of themselves they may have not realized existed from a strength-based, solution-focused, systemic perspective.
My ideal client is open to collaboration, to working on understanding their inner strengths and needs more in depth, and is willing to help create and grow from within as well as from without. I utilize creative expression and interventions designed to bring out the best in my clients and to confront aspects of themselves they may have not realized existed from a strength-based, solution-focused, systemic perspective.
Siobhan Masterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06855
I work collaboratively with you to create a safe, supportive relationship to help you to identify and attain your goals. So often we know what is wrong but don't know how to "fix it." I work with you to get to the heart of the matter, working closely with you to find joy and contentment in work, relationships and life. My expertise as a therapist, trainer, and supervisor has shown me that deep and lasting change is absolutely possible with guidance, caring, and courage. I learn new skills every year to help you to heal from anxiety, difficult and traumatic experiences and also in parenting challenges with your child and teenager.
I work collaboratively with you to create a safe, supportive relationship to help you to identify and attain your goals. So often we know what is wrong but don't know how to "fix it." I work with you to get to the heart of the matter, working closely with you to find joy and contentment in work, relationships and life. My expertise as a therapist, trainer, and supervisor has shown me that deep and lasting change is absolutely possible with guidance, caring, and courage. I learn new skills every year to help you to heal from anxiety, difficult and traumatic experiences and also in parenting challenges with your child and teenager.
Ferris Clare
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
Are you finding your everyday existence fulfilling and rewarding? Are you presenting the best version of yourself to the world daily? Have your goals transitioned from the confines of your mind into the realm of reality? Have you been burdened by the weight of anxiety or depression? If you could use support in any of the aforementioned areas, I am happy to share that I am currently accepting new clients. I am Ferris Clare, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I will guide you through life’s inevitable challenges and plateaus to collaboratively support you in realizing and cultivating the power that lies within you.
Are you finding your everyday existence fulfilling and rewarding? Are you presenting the best version of yourself to the world daily? Have your goals transitioned from the confines of your mind into the realm of reality? Have you been burdened by the weight of anxiety or depression? If you could use support in any of the aforementioned areas, I am happy to share that I am currently accepting new clients. I am Ferris Clare, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I will guide you through life’s inevitable challenges and plateaus to collaboratively support you in realizing and cultivating the power that lies within you.
Nicole Martino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06854 (Online Only)
I'm Nicole, an LPC licensed in CT with extensive experience in providing diverse services for children and adolescents. In addition to offering outpatient therapy, I serve as a Trauma Therapist in a residential setting for adolescents with co-occurring disorders. With a focus on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, my integrative and creative approach ensures a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients. Whether addressing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, interpersonal issues, trauma, eating disorders, or anger management, I am dedicated to supporting clients in overcoming life's challenges.
I'm Nicole, an LPC licensed in CT with extensive experience in providing diverse services for children and adolescents. In addition to offering outpatient therapy, I serve as a Trauma Therapist in a residential setting for adolescents with co-occurring disorders. With a focus on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, my integrative and creative approach ensures a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients. Whether addressing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, interpersonal issues, trauma, eating disorders, or anger management, I am dedicated to supporting clients in overcoming life's challenges.
Valerie Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACHP-SW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients!Welcome and congratulations - you have taken the first step towards finding balance in your life, achieving your goals and becoming the best version of you yet. As an LCSW, I specialize in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, couples and adjusting to life transitions. I also have specialized training in coping with chronic illness and grief counseling. Regardless of the challenges you are facing, together we can find and choose a new path of hope, healing and happiness.
Accepting New Clients!Welcome and congratulations - you have taken the first step towards finding balance in your life, achieving your goals and becoming the best version of you yet. As an LCSW, I specialize in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, couples and adjusting to life transitions. I also have specialized training in coping with chronic illness and grief counseling. Regardless of the challenges you are facing, together we can find and choose a new path of hope, healing and happiness.
Liz Iklé
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
Not accepting new clients
*** Please note I am not accepting new clients at this time *** I work with kids, teens, & young adults (ages 6 -26) experiencing issues of anxiety, self-esteem, bullying/social media/relationships, depression, trauma, self-harm/cutting, & transitioning to young adulthood. In addition to counseling, I provide advocacy & consultation regarding school issues; parent coaching for family, school & behavioral issues, as well as guidance & support for parents. I provide counseling with a warm, friendly, down-to-earth personal style. My work enables kids + teens to explore their feelings & develop problem-solving abilities in a safe child-centered environment.
*** Please note I am not accepting new clients at this time *** I work with kids, teens, & young adults (ages 6 -26) experiencing issues of anxiety, self-esteem, bullying/social media/relationships, depression, trauma, self-harm/cutting, & transitioning to young adulthood. In addition to counseling, I provide advocacy & consultation regarding school issues; parent coaching for family, school & behavioral issues, as well as guidance & support for parents. I provide counseling with a warm, friendly, down-to-earth personal style. My work enables kids + teens to explore their feelings & develop problem-solving abilities in a safe child-centered environment.
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Sage Williamson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rowayton, CT 06853
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Mary Pellicci Hamilton, Art Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSAT, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
Many parents worry whether their child is adjusting well to changes or recent stressors. Does your child appear sad or anxious or worries that something bad will happen? Or perhaps your child often displays an irritable mood and you're feeling unsatisfied with your relationship with your child. Utilizing the strengths of your family and child, we will work together to customize treatment goals that may include: Improve parent/child relationship; Improve ability to express feelings; Healthy channeling of anger; Improve academic performance; Decrease depression & anxiety, Heal wounds and internal conflicts; Enhance interpersonal relationships; Elevate self-awareness & self-esteem; Improve developmental growth & Increase coping skills.
Many parents worry whether their child is adjusting well to changes or recent stressors. Does your child appear sad or anxious or worries that something bad will happen? Or perhaps your child often displays an irritable mood and you're feeling unsatisfied with your relationship with your child. Utilizing the strengths of your family and child, we will work together to customize treatment goals that may include: Improve parent/child relationship; Improve ability to express feelings; Healthy channeling of anger; Improve academic performance; Decrease depression & anxiety, Heal wounds and internal conflicts; Enhance interpersonal relationships; Elevate self-awareness & self-esteem; Improve developmental growth & Increase coping skills.
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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.