Expressive Arts Therapists in Greenville, WI

I love working as an art therapist. In sessions, we’ll focus on making art, self-exploration, finding solutions, and creative play. Art can help you find direction, discover inner strength, write a new story and explore beliefs that make you unique. I provide support, guidance and space for you to have a safe, encouraging therapeutic experience. I provide all art materials for you to use and will help you explore different materials during each art therapy session.

Thanks for stopping by! I am a Brainspotting-trained psychotherapist, and have been in the social work/mental health field for more than a decade. I (maybe like you?) have moved through a life that has not always been kind, easy, or safe. I was fortunate to find counselors who helped me reprocess and heal, and form a healthier, more secure sense of self. Through this personal work I became inspired to become a counselor and support others in similar ways.

My ideal client is someone who is interested in helping themselves and creating change in their life. At Expressive Therapies, we work with the creative arts (music and art therapies) along with mental health counseling to provide a holistic approach unique to each individual. Sara is also a qualified gambling treatment provider, for gambler and their loved ones.

I offer a safe, supportive environment and have found empathy, understanding and humor are important in building a therapeutic alliance. My abilities are well suited to people with a history of trauma and who are intuitive and creative. Whether you're looking for short term therapy or a deeper process, my skill level applies to both. Each person is unique and I anticipate and enjoy building a relationship that assumes collaboration. I then work with them toward activating their own healing potential, no matter the age. I work well with individuals who have had treatment failures in the past.

I believe that HOPE is the true essence of an enriched life and as a professional counselor I work to restore hope and resiliency in a compassionate, safe and healing space. I seek to alleviate emotional, psychological pain with trauma informed care. My goal is to help you see your worth and believe that you can have the life you want. Let me help you experience peace, healing and joy. I believe every person has a story and that every human being deserves respect and dignity no matter the circumstances. Your story matters! I am trustworthy and work with clients from diverse backgrounds including LGBTQ & neurodivergent folks.

My outpatient practice specifically centers on patients who have Autism and one or more additional mental health diagnoses. Studies have shown that over 70% of individuals with Autism likely have at least one co-occurring mental health disorder. At times, the combination of Autism + behavior problems + any mental health disorder makes recovery a challenge. It is my hope that providing treatment for my patients and their families which is tailored to their specific diagnoses combination will help provide the knowledge and support needed for success.

Do you want to feel more grounded and balanced? Do you ever feel like you're stuck repeating the same habits and behavioral patterns despite wanting to change? Or maybe you've gone through painful past experiences that you can't seem to get over even with time. Anxiety and that feeling of "overwhelm" can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others, unable to move forward. You're ready to take even the smallest of steps towards your best life. You're ready to start doing something for YOU and to feel genuinely happy again. I believe in you and would love to support you on your journey!

Collaborating with an external confidant can provide valuable insights and support in processing emotions. I specialize in addressing anxiety, mood disturbances affecting sleep, and discussing unspoken mental health concerns within families. Sharing your story in a safe environment can redefine your journey. When you're prepared to discuss your narrative, we'll practice coping strategies to navigate the next phase more comfortably. My training in CBT and DBT, coupled with a client-centered approach, ensures we proceed at your pace and comfort level.

I believe that you possess all the abilities and tools to bring change, gain control, and healing. My role is to guide you in discovering those abilities and to help you understand how to use them effectively. As such, our sessions will focus on you while working on self-development, coping skills, pain and stress management, and overall empowerment. You are welcome to join a secure and comfortable therapeutic environment to accomplish your goals through the use of art therapy. We will focus on topics related to mental health using art as a way to communicate in session when there may be difficulty in finding the right words.

I am committed to helping each individual learn how to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs my clients hold. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals. I’m passionate about helping all ages (7+) of individuals whom are seeking to better themselves and learn to successfully navigate their worlds. Specialties: Anxiety, Adjustment Disorders, Conflict Resolution, Depression, Eating Disorders, Life Transitions, Trauma, Stress Management and Interpersonal concerns.

Mental health is an ongoing process, and sometimes it can feel crushing. Maybe you've been feeling unwell for a while, maybe it's a brand new feeling for you, or maybe it comes and goes over time. Wherever you are in your process, you don't have to figure it out alone. I opened Hold Fast Counseling Services, LLC to collaborate with clients to build awareness and insights, fortify internal and relational connections, develop meaning in the intersections of our experiences and identities, support development and expression of gratitude and joy, and flourish.

Is your substance use is getting out of hand? Do you feel like you can’t control your anxiety, worry, or fears? Or, are you tired of just existing and feeling like there’s no hope? Maybe you have experienced a traumatic event, are struggling to adjust to a life change, or have been using substances to cope. What if I told you there was hope, and there is another way to live? I have the tools to help you engage with your life, and the people in your life, in a more meaningful, authentic, and peace-filled manner.

My best fit client is an individual or couple or family that is ready for change. I work best with clients who are ready to embrace themselves or relationships in a nonjudgemental and accountable way. I will at times provide therapeutic homework and I can extend sessions to longer than hour because people need to express themselves in more than 55 minutes sometimes. If you are someone who likes to think outside of the box, you will enjoy my expressive arts background that supports inner wisdom and treats you, the client, as the other expert in the room.

Are you looking for something different in your therapy experience? You've been to therapy and increased your self-awareness. Yet, you feel deep in your bones that something is missing. You’re looking for a genuine connection to help you transform. You feel stuck and know you want more but can't pinpoint what's wrong. You’ve been doing the 'supposed' right thing and are back at square one. You want to find a way to express yourself, but you’re thinking: “I'm too much, or I can't say what I feel; they might leave” You want to let go of the worry that keeps you from being your real self. You're ready for long-lasting change.

Together, we will navigate from where you are now to where you want to be. I'm here to help you achieve your dreams for yourself, or your child, teen, or family. As someone who has engaged in my own healing journey, I understand that the first step takes courage. Do you want a fuller, more vibrant life? Need help adjusting to change? Feel overwhelmed with trauma or grief? Know what you need to do and can't seem to do it? Struggle with depression or anxiety or both? Parents, do you need help for a child with issues related to learning, high-sensitivity, development, behavior, or health? Ask me about my caring, holistic approach.

You are the expert on yourself and your life. And, I'd like to help you tap into your inner resources to get from where you are to where you want to be. As an individualistic, integrative therapist, I treat and respect you as the unique individual you are, and tailor my approach to meet your needs, pulling from a variety of techniques including ACT, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, Attachment theory, and Solution-focused therapy. Together, we will work collaboratively to identify your goals and create a plan to help move you toward your more ideal self.

Welcome! You deserve good things from life. To feel better when you're hurting. To turn mistakes into growth, not self-hate. To find people who accept you as you are. To become who you truly want to be. Sometimes these things may feel impossible. I'll help you find what you seek, whether it's your path, your people or your passion. I can also help you discover your unique strengths and turn them into superpowers.

Have you ever found yourself not knowing who you are anymore; feeling empty, unhappy, and stuck? Do you engage in people pleasing, self-sabotaging, find yourself avoiding conflicts, and numbing to protect yourself from more hurt and pain? In reality, all you want is to enjoy your life! If that's how you feel, I want you to know that you are not alone! Our experiences from the past shape our thoughts, and beliefs; how we see ourselves; and how we relate to others. As a therapist, I help people to stop this cycle, heal from past wounds, better their relationships, and find ways to an authentic and joyful life!

At Marriage and Family Focus we strive to provide the best therapeutic experience we can. Our therapists offer well-rounded and open-minded therapeutic approaches that are modeled to help best suit your personal needs. Please visit our website: marriageandfamilyfocus.com to learn more about us and what we can offer you!