Expressive Arts Therapists in Canton, GA

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Predita Howard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30115
I'm a licensed therapist in Georgia with over 25 years of Experience. I have worked with a diverse population in various settings. I use Art Therapy, Coaching, Expressive Arts, Mindfulness-Based, Multicultural, Person-centered, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Motivational Interviewing, and Christian Counseling. Some of my specialties are ADHD, anger management, career counseling, codependency, coping skills, family conflict, depression, LGBTQ issues, job stress, peer relationships, women’s issues, school issues, and mood disorders. I use each methodology to help clients develop healthy coping skills to meet their goals.
I'm a licensed therapist in Georgia with over 25 years of Experience. I have worked with a diverse population in various settings. I use Art Therapy, Coaching, Expressive Arts, Mindfulness-Based, Multicultural, Person-centered, Solution Focused, Strength Based, Motivational Interviewing, and Christian Counseling. Some of my specialties are ADHD, anger management, career counseling, codependency, coping skills, family conflict, depression, LGBTQ issues, job stress, peer relationships, women’s issues, school issues, and mood disorders. I use each methodology to help clients develop healthy coping skills to meet their goals.
(470) 460-8718 View (470) 460-8718
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Cove Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30114
Resiliency...this is the most powerful quality of the human spirit. I work with clients to help them realize and expand upon this quality. I have been in the mental health field since 1998. My career has given me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, and adults in every imaginable setting (e.g., private practice, clinics, inpatient, outpatient, outdoor therapy, HIV/AIDS, incarceration, foster care, addiction). My education, clients, and experiences have given me a wealth of understanding that I am thankful to be able to bring into my private practice.
Resiliency...this is the most powerful quality of the human spirit. I work with clients to help them realize and expand upon this quality. I have been in the mental health field since 1998. My career has given me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, and adults in every imaginable setting (e.g., private practice, clinics, inpatient, outpatient, outdoor therapy, HIV/AIDS, incarceration, foster care, addiction). My education, clients, and experiences have given me a wealth of understanding that I am thankful to be able to bring into my private practice.
(678) 916-9758 View (678) 916-9758
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With A Child's Heart Behavioral Health Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Canton, GA 30114
Step into a world of compassion and boundless potential at With A Child's Heart, LLC. Our mission? To ignite the spark of hope and healing for children, teens, and families facing life's toughest challenges. We believe in breaking free from rigid thinking, exploring untapped possibilities to reveal the bigger picture. Imagine a therapy experience where we meet you with a heart as pure as a child's, embracing your uniqueness like a precious gift. Life's obstacles may have dimmed your brilliance, but we'll uncover the strengths and abilities within, guiding you towards the light of renewed hope.
Step into a world of compassion and boundless potential at With A Child's Heart, LLC. Our mission? To ignite the spark of hope and healing for children, teens, and families facing life's toughest challenges. We believe in breaking free from rigid thinking, exploring untapped possibilities to reveal the bigger picture. Imagine a therapy experience where we meet you with a heart as pure as a child's, embracing your uniqueness like a precious gift. Life's obstacles may have dimmed your brilliance, but we'll uncover the strengths and abilities within, guiding you towards the light of renewed hope.
(678) 661-3316 View (678) 661-3316
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Riverstone Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30114
I am a mental health counselor working in a private practice setting in Canton, GA. I serve a variety of clients, from children and adolescents to older, more mature clients with lots of "life experiences." I work with some individuals who have had a long history of mental illness and who have been treated in hospital settings for their condition. I also work with people who have never been diagnosed with a mental illness or hospitalized, but who are looking to work on particular issues in their lives and set goals to improve their relationships with others.
I am a mental health counselor working in a private practice setting in Canton, GA. I serve a variety of clients, from children and adolescents to older, more mature clients with lots of "life experiences." I work with some individuals who have had a long history of mental illness and who have been treated in hospital settings for their condition. I also work with people who have never been diagnosed with a mental illness or hospitalized, but who are looking to work on particular issues in their lives and set goals to improve their relationships with others.
(678) 293-7108 View (678) 293-7108
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Canton Counseling-- Jennie-Lynn Saccoccia
Counselor, MS, NCC, LAPC
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30115
Mental health struggles, counseling, and therapeutic relationship can be intimidating phrases. Whether you want a mental health check in, feel stuck in place, help with difficult transitions, or beginning a new exploration in your life, I would take the next steps alongside you.
Mental health struggles, counseling, and therapeutic relationship can be intimidating phrases. Whether you want a mental health check in, feel stuck in place, help with difficult transitions, or beginning a new exploration in your life, I would take the next steps alongside you.
(470) 458-3079 View (470) 458-3079
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Sherrie Sperling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Canton, GA 30115
I enjoy working with all populations. My passion for helping others continues to grow each day. With over 10 years of experience working with children and families, I utilize the best evidence based practice technique for each individual. I listen to my clients, offer support, encouragement and hope.
I enjoy working with all populations. My passion for helping others continues to grow each day. With over 10 years of experience working with children and families, I utilize the best evidence based practice technique for each individual. I listen to my clients, offer support, encouragement and hope.
(770) 809-6644 View (770) 809-6644
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Rachel Raven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30115
Hello, my name is Rachel Raven and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated with my Bachelor’s in Sociology from the University of Georgia in 2011 and received my Master’s in Social Work from Kennesaw State University in 2016. I have had diverse experience including hospital case management, child/adolescent grief counseling, group work with Cirque du Monde (a circus outreach program for at-risk youth), and domestic violence survivor support. Additionally, I volunteer annually at Give Kids the World Village in Orlando, which is an accessible resort for Make-A-Wish children and their families.
Hello, my name is Rachel Raven and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated with my Bachelor’s in Sociology from the University of Georgia in 2011 and received my Master’s in Social Work from Kennesaw State University in 2016. I have had diverse experience including hospital case management, child/adolescent grief counseling, group work with Cirque du Monde (a circus outreach program for at-risk youth), and domestic violence survivor support. Additionally, I volunteer annually at Give Kids the World Village in Orlando, which is an accessible resort for Make-A-Wish children and their families.
(678) 737-4385 View (678) 737-4385
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Stephanie B. Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP, NCC
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30115
My ideal client would be an adolescent who has endured some type of trauma or abuse. Their needs would include building resiliency and expanding their coping skills "toolbox." Their goal would ultimately be to find hope and healing, despite their adversities. They would want to be an active participant in their treatment, so that therapy could be as beneficial as possible. Having said that, any client who feels that they could benefit from my counseling services is more than welcome into my office!
My ideal client would be an adolescent who has endured some type of trauma or abuse. Their needs would include building resiliency and expanding their coping skills "toolbox." Their goal would ultimately be to find hope and healing, despite their adversities. They would want to be an active participant in their treatment, so that therapy could be as beneficial as possible. Having said that, any client who feels that they could benefit from my counseling services is more than welcome into my office!
(404) 948-5303 View (404) 948-5303
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Jessica Stouffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30115
I'm Jessica and I'm thrilled to welcome you to a safe, calming space where growth and individualized care take center stage. I work with children, teens, and adults, and am passionate about using both effective and creative therapy techniques to empower individuals and families on their unique journeys (yes, this sometimes even includes art, music, and body movement while in my therapy room!).
I'm Jessica and I'm thrilled to welcome you to a safe, calming space where growth and individualized care take center stage. I work with children, teens, and adults, and am passionate about using both effective and creative therapy techniques to empower individuals and families on their unique journeys (yes, this sometimes even includes art, music, and body movement while in my therapy room!).
(770) 762-3934 View (770) 762-3934
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Mandy Goodwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RCYT
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30115
Play Therapist Accepting Saturday Clients - Kids have incredible internal resources for healing and resiliency, but sometimes, those resources are blocked. Through play and creative expression, I partner with kids to affirm and connect with themselves. My approach is compassionate. Some require many sessions, and other require a more longterm relationship - I'm here to meet your child wherever they are.
Play Therapist Accepting Saturday Clients - Kids have incredible internal resources for healing and resiliency, but sometimes, those resources are blocked. Through play and creative expression, I partner with kids to affirm and connect with themselves. My approach is compassionate. Some require many sessions, and other require a more longterm relationship - I'm here to meet your child wherever they are.
(678) 735-5527 View (678) 735-5527
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Scarlet Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30114
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Are you adjusting to a new occupation, move, marriage or divorce? I am honored to walk with you and aid you on or towards your path of personal growth. If you want to develop coping skills for dealing with life's changes and challenges or are someone who wants to go deep to uncover blocks that are keeping you from achieving the happiness you deserve, I am here to walk beside you to meet your goals. I offer Integrative, creative and evidence-based therapy modalities. Psychotherapy can help you lower anxiety and depression and help you achieve your best self.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Are you adjusting to a new occupation, move, marriage or divorce? I am honored to walk with you and aid you on or towards your path of personal growth. If you want to develop coping skills for dealing with life's changes and challenges or are someone who wants to go deep to uncover blocks that are keeping you from achieving the happiness you deserve, I am here to walk beside you to meet your goals. I offer Integrative, creative and evidence-based therapy modalities. Psychotherapy can help you lower anxiety and depression and help you achieve your best self.
(503) 343-9427 View (503) 343-9427
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Calypso Kneller
Associate Professional Counselor, MS, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30115
Many people go through life and encounter hardships and obstacles that at times may seem impossible to overcome. You deserve a nonjudgmental, supportive guide to walk that path with you for as long as you may need. Utilizing a humanistic lens, I strive to create a safe and supportive space using empathy and acceptance in order for clients to gain valuable insight, identify strengths, realize their capabilities, and heal.
Many people go through life and encounter hardships and obstacles that at times may seem impossible to overcome. You deserve a nonjudgmental, supportive guide to walk that path with you for as long as you may need. Utilizing a humanistic lens, I strive to create a safe and supportive space using empathy and acceptance in order for clients to gain valuable insight, identify strengths, realize their capabilities, and heal.
(470) 664-6701 View (470) 664-6701
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Kimberly Castro
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSCM, MAC, CAADC, CACII, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canton, GA 30114
I would love to walk alongside you and help you get unstuck from living a life that is painful and disconnected and to rediscover joy and meaning in your life. I believe that connection, meaning, service, play and faith are essential to living a happy and joyous life. I use an individualized hybrid approach to counseling as this is your own unique life and this requires strategies and tools that work for you and your goals. There are so many tools available so let’s find what works for you and the life you want.
I would love to walk alongside you and help you get unstuck from living a life that is painful and disconnected and to rediscover joy and meaning in your life. I believe that connection, meaning, service, play and faith are essential to living a happy and joyous life. I use an individualized hybrid approach to counseling as this is your own unique life and this requires strategies and tools that work for you and your goals. There are so many tools available so let’s find what works for you and the life you want.
(470) 570-5285 View (470) 570-5285
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Jazmine Patton
Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Canton, GA 30114  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My passion is working with adolescents and young adults; what some would call Generation Z and the Millennials. I work to assist with creating stability within themselves to then work towards creating stability outside of themselves. I strive to provide a nurturing and safe atmosphere to develop rapport and develop goals to assist in becoming the best person they can be. I aim to explore their emotions, learn effective coping strategies, and make changes that push them toward healing and full wellness. I aim to meet my clients where they are, increase awareness of their emotional and cognitive experiences/behaviors and reach goals.
My passion is working with adolescents and young adults; what some would call Generation Z and the Millennials. I work to assist with creating stability within themselves to then work towards creating stability outside of themselves. I strive to provide a nurturing and safe atmosphere to develop rapport and develop goals to assist in becoming the best person they can be. I aim to explore their emotions, learn effective coping strategies, and make changes that push them toward healing and full wellness. I aim to meet my clients where they are, increase awareness of their emotional and cognitive experiences/behaviors and reach goals.
(678) 403-6476 x705 View (678) 403-6476 x705

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Shannon Lehr
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
Hi everyone, I'm Shannon! I am a Master's level dance/movement therapist and clinical mental health counseling Intern at CNSL. I was drawn to the helping profession as I believe each person has a unique perspective of the world and should be trusted with managing it. I use a blend of client-centered, somatic/humanistic approach, and the expressive arts to encourage a person's emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration with the aim of enhancing mental health and well-being. My goal is to assist children and adolescents in realizing their full potential in a non-traditional, therapeutic way!
Hi everyone, I'm Shannon! I am a Master's level dance/movement therapist and clinical mental health counseling Intern at CNSL. I was drawn to the helping profession as I believe each person has a unique perspective of the world and should be trusted with managing it. I use a blend of client-centered, somatic/humanistic approach, and the expressive arts to encourage a person's emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration with the aim of enhancing mental health and well-being. My goal is to assist children and adolescents in realizing their full potential in a non-traditional, therapeutic way!
(678) 928-5959 View (678) 928-5959
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Larisa Hanger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing dissociation, depression, or grief? For these issues and more, I offer evidence-based trauma therapies such as EMDR in addition to creative art, somatic, and parts work. Like the Walk Whitman quote “I contain multitudes” says, we all have many parts of ourselves, each with their adaptive strengths. Together we can engage with your pain while gently exploring parts of you that may be stuck in the past and making present healing difficult.
Are you experiencing dissociation, depression, or grief? For these issues and more, I offer evidence-based trauma therapies such as EMDR in addition to creative art, somatic, and parts work. Like the Walk Whitman quote “I contain multitudes” says, we all have many parts of ourselves, each with their adaptive strengths. Together we can engage with your pain while gently exploring parts of you that may be stuck in the past and making present healing difficult.
(770) 651-0393 View (770) 651-0393
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Roxana Rivas-Broughton
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
Have you ever felt alone, lost, or not sure of what to do next in life? Do you want to get one step closer to living your most authentic and happy life? Let me tell you this, you do not have to be alone on this journey.
Have you ever felt alone, lost, or not sure of what to do next in life? Do you want to get one step closer to living your most authentic and happy life? Let me tell you this, you do not have to be alone on this journey.
(678) 383-1605 View (678) 383-1605
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Sarah N. Brainard
Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30189
Sarah has experience in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. She utilizes a person-centered, strengths-based approach and believes in creating a safe and supportive environment for clients of all ages. Sarah flexibly uses a variety of modalities to best meet the needs of her clients. She is passionate about the holistic health of her clients and is an advocate for a healthy, strong, united family unit.
Sarah has experience in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. She utilizes a person-centered, strengths-based approach and believes in creating a safe and supportive environment for clients of all ages. Sarah flexibly uses a variety of modalities to best meet the needs of her clients. She is passionate about the holistic health of her clients and is an advocate for a healthy, strong, united family unit.
(678) 960-1059 View (678) 960-1059
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Healing with Kimberly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30188  (Online Only)
I know that it takes a lot of courage to reach out and ask someone that you do not know for help. But life can be full of so many challenges that we cannot always sort out on our own. I strongly believe that individuals who have experienced trauma benefit greatly from working with a trauma-focused therapist who can create a safe & non-judgmental environment for them to show up as their authentic selves. One of my passions as a trauma-focused therapist is to empower my clients to explore new ways to make healthy changes in their lives, while also helping them heal wounds from stressful and traumatic experiences.
I know that it takes a lot of courage to reach out and ask someone that you do not know for help. But life can be full of so many challenges that we cannot always sort out on our own. I strongly believe that individuals who have experienced trauma benefit greatly from working with a trauma-focused therapist who can create a safe & non-judgmental environment for them to show up as their authentic selves. One of my passions as a trauma-focused therapist is to empower my clients to explore new ways to make healthy changes in their lives, while also helping them heal wounds from stressful and traumatic experiences.
(470) 517-3053 View (470) 517-3053
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Thomas Bass
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30188
I have had a lot of experience working with anxiety and depression and have also worked a lot with men who are presenting for counseling for the first time. I have had a lot of success with anger management and have also worked well with LGBTQI population.
I have had a lot of experience working with anxiety and depression and have also worked a lot with men who are presenting for counseling for the first time. I have had a lot of success with anger management and have also worked well with LGBTQI population.
(678) 582-2267 View (678) 582-2267
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.