Expressive Arts Therapists in Dutchess County, NY

If you are looking for a holistic and empowering approach to therapy, Creative Arts Therapy may be the perfect fit for you. Our person-centered approach combines artistic expression and talk therapy techniques to help individuals cultivate self-awareness, foster emotional well-being, and facilitate personal growth. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or going through a life transition, our practice provides as a safe and supportive environment to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences through creative expression. Let us help you on your journey of self discovery and transformation.

What is your vision of wellness? Both client and counselor will collaborate to define this vision, and design a therapeutic treatment plan that is individualized, goal oriented, and person centered. If you are seeking tools to enhance insight or empathy, to increase skillfulness or emotion regulation, or to strengthen interpersonal effectiveness or distress tolerance, let's collaborate together.

Getting support is more important than ever. I help clients adjust to change, including loss, overcome difficulties with relationships of all kinds, address attachment issues, PTSD, and anxiety. I work collaboratively—a strong connection between therapist and client is the foundation of good therapy. Listening deeply to clients, I draw on 40 years as a somatic practitioner (incl. 10 years as a massage therapist) and use intuition, empathy, compassion, and humor to help guide the process. I integrate proven and effective mind-body techniques to alleviate chronic stress and pain and achieve wellness through life-style changes.

It's one of the most disheartening experiences to sit with a therapist who doesn't understand you or your lived experience. Somehow you wind up talking in circles, never getting to the root or the heart of the issue, never finding resolution or feeling better. I am here to listen, to care & to hear that essence beneath your words which language can't always capture. I am here to help you see what you may not be seeing clearly. I am here to help you connect to your body & feel your wholeness. Hi, my name is Vee. I’m a Holistic Psychotherapist & it'd be my joy to support you in reaching your mind-body-spirit-soul & relationship goals!

It is always my goal to connect with clients in the most authentic way possible. My approach is holistic and compassionate, while being direct. I want to support my clients and their journey by empowering them to pursue deep truths and challenges of recovery. I specialize in treating clients with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I am passionate about assisting clients through relationship issues, life transitions, and workplace induced stress.

We are currently accepting clients including children, teens, adults, couples, and families! We also offer many options for group therapy and community events.

My goal as your therapist is to ensure an authentic connection is made, where we can fully explore & address the barriers to your personal success- whatever that looks like to you! I partner with my clients & seek to customize my approach based upon the issues/concerns being presented. As a Person Centered Therapist specializing in Cognitive Behaviroal Therapy & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)- Behavior Modification techniques, I have proven success working with clients of all ages dealing with a range of issues from Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Grief, Trauma, Interpersonal, Gender Identity, Life/Role Transitions & more.

Are you wrestling with a sense of unworthiness or isolation? Are you yearning to feel at peace with yourself and more connected to yourself and others? Has something significant changed in your life and you’re struggling to adjust? Or perhaps you know something needs to change but aren't sure how to get there? You may be searching for a non-judgmental and accepting space to navigate these parts of your life.

I offer flexible scheduling; with sessions on nights and weekends. We can meet at your home, in the community or virtually. I am LGBTQ, kink, ethical non-monogamy, and neurodivergent friendly. I specialize in working with clients ages 11 and up, couples, and families. I have worked with clients with complex trauma, developmental disabilities, Autism, personality disorders, chronic health issues, mood symptoms, behavioral difficulties, and grief/loss.

If you are experiencing depression, mood swings, anxiety, substance misuse, negative thoughts; I am here for you. You don't have to manage all of life's stressors alone. Let's work together to help resolve some of the mental discomfort you're experiencing in your life. We can create realistic goals to support your mental health needs. Call or text me today and let's start a conversation on how I can support your future wellness.

Many people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unable to cope in today's world. Seeking support is the first step on a heaing journey. For over 25 years I've worked with clients who have been experiencing a variety of challenges. My primary focus has been with people who have substance abuse problems or their loved ones.Most have underlying trauma expressing itself in a multitude of ways; anxiety, depression, body image, substance abuse, & self harm. Trauma and loss have increased in our current world. As a response, I've expanded my client base to address the myriad losses, and the resulting trauma many people are facing today.

Many of us are dealing with life issues that limit, hinder and block our movement into better places internally, behaviorally and more. I have spent years helping people be and become their personal best. We all have the potential to grow, heal, recover, change and transform. Counseling and Psychotherapy helps in the process of achieving these life goals. People often need assistance at critical times in their lives. This is what my work is all about...helping people Identify the problem or issue, develop a plan of action and work to achieve goal. I believe, with real help, people can achieve greatness.

I work with children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression and stress reduction, as well as other psychiatric disorders. Methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), meditation, expressive art, play therapy and animal assisted therapy. I have 2 dogs. Dogs are available by appointment only. I also work with individuals with chronic pain. (One dog is a Rescue with 3 legs TRI )

I believe the true pillars of continued success and growth are based on intention and relationships. If you're having trouble finding your "Why"? I am here to inspire simple changes that are a transformative guide on your journey to renewed health, restored relationships and a greater joy for living. The transition from "stuck" to "moving" is my passion. There is a powerful reciprocity between the mind and body connection. To meet each clients' unique needs, I enjoy using walks and hikes as a way to engage and communicate, and I always make humor and comfortability a priority. You are in control of the progress we make together.

I value connection and relationship as the major foundation to the therapy process. I believe in collaborating with clients and empowering individuals to find their own answers. I also believe in transparency with my clients. I will lend my own personal perspective and experience with a particular situation, if I believe it will be helpful. I am here to provide additional support and to help you through life's obstacles. Life is stressful enough so I believe teaching clients to avoid turning pain into suffering is important through acceptance and mindfulness. I am looking forward to meeting you!

Have you lost touch with your voice? Do you need help reconnecting with your courage in order to speak your truth and meet your life goals and desires? I will help you come home to your true self so that you can live your life to the fullest. Using mind body psychotherapy, mindfulness, and experiential methods, I will help you work through issues and barriers that block your creativity and keep you stuck. Together, we will build your inner resources so you can be more present to joy and abundance.

Does anxiety, stress, and/or depression have you longing for positive change and reconnection to the world? I am a licensed psychotherapist helping adults find balance and direction in their personal and professional lives. I will guide your discovery of yourself, helping you to blossom into a more fulfilled human being. Most of my current patients and clients are struggling with anxiety, depression, poor body image, difficult relationships, or past trauma. We can work towards goals of healthy relationships, personal growth, job changes, parenthood, and overall life satisfaction. Together, we journey towards mental health and wellness.

I am presently accepting new patients. I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and have specialties in creative arts therapy, kinesthetic mind-body therapy, mindfulness, couple's psychotherapy and depth-oriented psychotherapy. I am also a parent-infant psychotherapist and work with a variety of postpartum issues. Women who are particularly interested in Kinesthetic Art Therapy are encouraged to contact me. If you are interested in contacting me for more information, please call me at 917-892-9783

My passion is helping children, adolescents, and young adults lead happier, more enjoyable lives, and enabling their families to experience harmony and joy in their homes. As a Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist, I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing difficulties managing their emotions and navigating relationships and life's challenges. I also provide support for parents and caregivers during their parenting journey.