Art Therapy in Indianapolis, IN
A Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist.
Are you having difficulty feeling overwhelmed by life's stressors, going through significant life changes, feeling internal pressure to be perfect, experiencing burn out and losing the joy you once had in life? The roller coaster of life can be hard, and sometimes we need a little help. Many people struggle with not having the right emotional resources, tools and coping skills to navigate what life throws at them. Or, you might have significant resources and coping skills, but need an unbiased professional for feedback and support. That's where I come in..
A Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist.
Are you having difficulty feeling overwhelmed by life's stressors, going through significant life changes, feeling internal pressure to be perfect, experiencing burn out and losing the joy you once had in life? The roller coaster of life can be hard, and sometimes we need a little help. Many people struggle with not having the right emotional resources, tools and coping skills to navigate what life throws at them. Or, you might have significant resources and coping skills, but need an unbiased professional for feedback and support. That's where I come in..
Inspire Counseling & Support Center
Counselor, APRN, LCSW, LMHC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46229
We currently have 3 Art Therapists on staff and a therapist working toward certification as a Play Therapist.
Inspire Counseling & Support Center is a comprehensive, full-spectrum mental health and substance use out patient counseling office. Our purpose is to assist our clients in accomplishing their goals for a healthier and brighter life. Our highly qualified clinicians work with you to develop a personalized course of treatment to best meet your needs. We are here to guide you and help you learn to make healthy decisions and live a productive life. We provide individualized psychiatric care, as well as mental health and substance use counseling to meet your mental health and recovery needs.
We currently have 3 Art Therapists on staff and a therapist working toward certification as a Play Therapist.
Inspire Counseling & Support Center is a comprehensive, full-spectrum mental health and substance use out patient counseling office. Our purpose is to assist our clients in accomplishing their goals for a healthier and brighter life. Our highly qualified clinicians work with you to develop a personalized course of treatment to best meet your needs. We are here to guide you and help you learn to make healthy decisions and live a productive life. We provide individualized psychiatric care, as well as mental health and substance use counseling to meet your mental health and recovery needs.
Clients can choose from talk therapy, art therapy, or Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
Feeling stuck and having trouble engaging in what really matters to you? Your brain has done an excellent job keeping you safe, but some strategies developed as a reaction to stressors may no longer meet your needs. Issues like family of origin discord, medical illnesses, neurodivergence, and stressful work environments can all add up to impact our relationship with ourselves and others. I especially love working with high achievers who have issues with perfectionism, burnout, dissociation, procrastination and later in life neurodivergent diagnoses.
Clients can choose from talk therapy, art therapy, or Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
Feeling stuck and having trouble engaging in what really matters to you? Your brain has done an excellent job keeping you safe, but some strategies developed as a reaction to stressors may no longer meet your needs. Issues like family of origin discord, medical illnesses, neurodivergence, and stressful work environments can all add up to impact our relationship with ourselves and others. I especially love working with high achievers who have issues with perfectionism, burnout, dissociation, procrastination and later in life neurodivergent diagnoses.
I'm E'lisa (e-lease), a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) specializing in personalized care tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Together, we'll delve into your thoughts, emotions, and personal obstacles, adapting the therapeutic process to meet your specific needs. By integrating the creative process with evidence-based techniques, I can help you access your inner strengths and deepen your self-understanding.
I'm E'lisa (e-lease), a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) specializing in personalized care tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Together, we'll delve into your thoughts, emotions, and personal obstacles, adapting the therapeutic process to meet your specific needs. By integrating the creative process with evidence-based techniques, I can help you access your inner strengths and deepen your self-understanding.
Heather R Meyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46260
I draw from CBT, Structural Family Therapy, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing and Art Therapy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing in-person and virtual therapy to youth and adults. My goal as a therapist is to build connections within the family structure while aligning with individual client goals. It is important to me that my clients feel safe in treatment regardless of background, orientation, and family structure. I enjoy working with adolescents through young adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also work with couples who are wanting to reconnect within their relationship.
I draw from CBT, Structural Family Therapy, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing and Art Therapy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing in-person and virtual therapy to youth and adults. My goal as a therapist is to build connections within the family structure while aligning with individual client goals. It is important to me that my clients feel safe in treatment regardless of background, orientation, and family structure. I enjoy working with adolescents through young adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also work with couples who are wanting to reconnect within their relationship.
Natalie ( Samuels ) Seitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I also love working with the creatively minded, and have previous experience working with an Art Therapist on how to blend the creative process with traditional talk therapy as clients desire.
Bring a cup of tea or coffee with you to our session together, and let's take the time to talk together and hear your story. I specialize in helping adults (18 yrs & older) discover their resiliency and find peace in their everyday lives. I work with those affected by anxiety, depression, trauma and OCD, as well as issues including life changes, perfectionism & self-esteem. I also work with women diagnosed with ADHD, especially those diagnosed later in adulthood, or who are curious if they could have ADHD. My focus is on providing individual therapy, and I like to use an eclectic approach that's tailored to each individual client.
I also love working with the creatively minded, and have previous experience working with an Art Therapist on how to blend the creative process with traditional talk therapy as clients desire.
Bring a cup of tea or coffee with you to our session together, and let's take the time to talk together and hear your story. I specialize in helping adults (18 yrs & older) discover their resiliency and find peace in their everyday lives. I work with those affected by anxiety, depression, trauma and OCD, as well as issues including life changes, perfectionism & self-esteem. I also work with women diagnosed with ADHD, especially those diagnosed later in adulthood, or who are curious if they could have ADHD. My focus is on providing individual therapy, and I like to use an eclectic approach that's tailored to each individual client.
Martine Faist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, ATR, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46220
As a registered Art Therapist I can help you tap your creative energy, access your authentic self and create a road map for greater self-fulfillment.
My therapeutic approach is a gentle combination of attuned dialogue, art therapy, guided self-care techniques and mindful self-inquiry. I offer the TARA Approach (integrative energy medicine) to ease symptoms, aid trauma resolution, and empower you to experience greater resilience and balance while uncovering your essential self.
As a registered Art Therapist I can help you tap your creative energy, access your authentic self and create a road map for greater self-fulfillment.
My therapeutic approach is a gentle combination of attuned dialogue, art therapy, guided self-care techniques and mindful self-inquiry. I offer the TARA Approach (integrative energy medicine) to ease symptoms, aid trauma resolution, and empower you to experience greater resilience and balance while uncovering your essential self.
Welcome to Play It Forward Counseling Indy, where no one is too old to engage in creative expression through art, play, and outside of the box thinking!.
I work to identify goals of the child and/or family, then utilize different modalities of therapy to support those needs. I am trained in using art and play therapy techniques, PCIT, TF-CBT, and CBT. I have training and experience treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma related disorders as well as supporting adults raising a child with these needs.
Welcome to Play It Forward Counseling Indy, where no one is too old to engage in creative expression through art, play, and outside of the box thinking!.
I work to identify goals of the child and/or family, then utilize different modalities of therapy to support those needs. I am trained in using art and play therapy techniques, PCIT, TF-CBT, and CBT. I have training and experience treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma related disorders as well as supporting adults raising a child with these needs.
Not all human experiences can be expressed verbally, so I am trained in both traditional talk therapy and offer art therapy as well.
My goal is to empower you to better understand yourself and address whatever may be a struggle for you. Overall, I offer a collaborative, transparent relationship that encourages insight, confidence, and growth. I enjoy humor, chatting about your hobbies, and debunking tiktok videos in sessions so that our work feels more like a conversation than a clinical chore for you. My favorite moments of being a therapist are helping you get to that 'aha' moments so we can work on the steps needed to feel fully like yourself! Depression and anxiety are rampant in our chaotic world and I'm here to help you manage that.
Not all human experiences can be expressed verbally, so I am trained in both traditional talk therapy and offer art therapy as well.
My goal is to empower you to better understand yourself and address whatever may be a struggle for you. Overall, I offer a collaborative, transparent relationship that encourages insight, confidence, and growth. I enjoy humor, chatting about your hobbies, and debunking tiktok videos in sessions so that our work feels more like a conversation than a clinical chore for you. My favorite moments of being a therapist are helping you get to that 'aha' moments so we can work on the steps needed to feel fully like yourself! Depression and anxiety are rampant in our chaotic world and I'm here to help you manage that.
Somatic Experiencing, Art Therapy, EMDR, and Yoga techniques are beneficial because of their ability to reach past words and enhance talk therapy by incorporating mind, body, and spirit into your treatment.
Somatic Experiencing is a therapeutic approach that works to heal trauma through working with the nervous system. Art Therapy uses art and the creative process to work through difficulties. Combining the creativity of art with traditional therapy can give you an alternative to words to help develop solutions.
Somatic Experiencing, Art Therapy, EMDR, and Yoga techniques are beneficial because of their ability to reach past words and enhance talk therapy by incorporating mind, body, and spirit into your treatment.
Somatic Experiencing is a therapeutic approach that works to heal trauma through working with the nervous system. Art Therapy uses art and the creative process to work through difficulties. Combining the creativity of art with traditional therapy can give you an alternative to words to help develop solutions.
As a practicing Art Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience, I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nurturing space where clients feel empowered to process their experiences and collaboratively explore solutions.
I use Art Therapy only when clinically appropriate and only when the client wishes to use it in their therapeutic process. You do not have to be an artist to participate in art therapy, only the willingness to try. Using guided visualization inner child work uses an integrated approach that helps you recognize how your life experiences have shaped you.
As a practicing Art Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience, I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nurturing space where clients feel empowered to process their experiences and collaboratively explore solutions.
I use Art Therapy only when clinically appropriate and only when the client wishes to use it in their therapeutic process. You do not have to be an artist to participate in art therapy, only the willingness to try. Using guided visualization inner child work uses an integrated approach that helps you recognize how your life experiences have shaped you.
Meet Our Art Therapy
I am a 2nd year Master’s-level Art Therapy Intern from IU-Indianapolis under the supervision of Melissa McFall, LMHC, ATR-BC.
While Art therapy is my primary approach, within it I utilize a variety of techniques, such as psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral techniques, and motivational interviewing, to best serve each individual and their needs. I offer a safe environment for self-exploration through art-making and talk therapy.
I am a 2nd year Master’s-level Art Therapy Intern from IU-Indianapolis under the supervision of Melissa McFall, LMHC, ATR-BC.
While Art therapy is my primary approach, within it I utilize a variety of techniques, such as psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral techniques, and motivational interviewing, to best serve each individual and their needs. I offer a safe environment for self-exploration through art-making and talk therapy.
My background is in art therapy, and I often utilize art therapy techniques with my clients.
I believe it is important to meet the client where they currently are to develop a strong therapeutic relationship. I strive to provide a warm and nurturing environment. I believe it is important to provide evidence-based approaches while providing appropriate psychoeducation so clients understand why they are learning these tools. You deserve to feel accepted with where you are right now. I believe in setting small, realistic goals to build self-confidence and help you feel more in control. Taking the first step to improve your overall functioning takes courage. I am here to support and empower you on your journey to healing.
My background is in art therapy, and I often utilize art therapy techniques with my clients.
I believe it is important to meet the client where they currently are to develop a strong therapeutic relationship. I strive to provide a warm and nurturing environment. I believe it is important to provide evidence-based approaches while providing appropriate psychoeducation so clients understand why they are learning these tools. You deserve to feel accepted with where you are right now. I believe in setting small, realistic goals to build self-confidence and help you feel more in control. Taking the first step to improve your overall functioning takes courage. I am here to support and empower you on your journey to healing.
Art therapy can be especially powerful for those moments when words fall short.
My approach to therapy is from a person centered stance utilizing principles from multiple theoretical orientations. I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life. I have worked with a wide range of diagnoses from generalized anxiety to post traumatic stress disorder. My goal is to help you find new ways to cope, heal, and grow.
Art therapy can be especially powerful for those moments when words fall short.
My approach to therapy is from a person centered stance utilizing principles from multiple theoretical orientations. I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life. I have worked with a wide range of diagnoses from generalized anxiety to post traumatic stress disorder. My goal is to help you find new ways to cope, heal, and grow.
I work with a wide age range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking therapy services through the creative process of Art Therapy, as well as traditional psychotherapy.
I have experience working work clients who struggle with substance use, anxiety, depression, and individuals in hospital settings providing medical art therapy services. I am skilled in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Art Therapy.
I work with a wide age range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking therapy services through the creative process of Art Therapy, as well as traditional psychotherapy.
I have experience working work clients who struggle with substance use, anxiety, depression, and individuals in hospital settings providing medical art therapy services. I am skilled in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Art Therapy.
While trained in traditional talk therapy, I'm also an art therapist.
Hey there! I'm excited you’re here. Balancing work, relationships, and family can be extremely difficult...adulting is rough, am I right? Growing up in the Google era, I too understand the social media anxiety experience. How do you manage information overload and make meaningful connections in a rapidly changing world? If you’re feeling lost or anxious- let's talk! I am here to help individuals learn how to manage life’s challenges in a effective and positive way. Additionally, I offer animal therapy with the adorable ICAN therapy dog, Levi (see pic below), providing unique support in our healing work together.
While trained in traditional talk therapy, I'm also an art therapist.
Hey there! I'm excited you’re here. Balancing work, relationships, and family can be extremely difficult...adulting is rough, am I right? Growing up in the Google era, I too understand the social media anxiety experience. How do you manage information overload and make meaningful connections in a rapidly changing world? If you’re feeling lost or anxious- let's talk! I am here to help individuals learn how to manage life’s challenges in a effective and positive way. Additionally, I offer animal therapy with the adorable ICAN therapy dog, Levi (see pic below), providing unique support in our healing work together.
As a therapist and Art Therapist, I offer an inclusive and empathetic space for individuals of all ages and genders, providing support and understanding throughout our therapeutic journey together.
I am a registered Art Therapist who utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, validation and supportive reflection. I have 2 plus years of experience in the field of counseling and I have received glowing feedback from young clients and their parents. Let's talk!
As a therapist and Art Therapist, I offer an inclusive and empathetic space for individuals of all ages and genders, providing support and understanding throughout our therapeutic journey together.
I am a registered Art Therapist who utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, validation and supportive reflection. I have 2 plus years of experience in the field of counseling and I have received glowing feedback from young clients and their parents. Let's talk!
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC, LPC) and board certified art therapist (ATR-BC) who has provided compassionate psychotherapy services to youth, teens, adults, and families since 2004 to address anxiety, depression, interpersonal communication health, grief, loss and bereavement, life transitions, dementia and more.
I provide virtual therapy services for teens and adults.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC, LPC) and board certified art therapist (ATR-BC) who has provided compassionate psychotherapy services to youth, teens, adults, and families since 2004 to address anxiety, depression, interpersonal communication health, grief, loss and bereavement, life transitions, dementia and more.
I provide virtual therapy services for teens and adults.
Keri Nuske, LCSW, MSW, EMDR Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I also offer music and art therapy.
Hi I’m Keri Nuske. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy in Indiana and treat kids, teens and adults of all ages. I specialize in helping my clients navigate through life changes and stressors.
I also offer music and art therapy.
Hi I’m Keri Nuske. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy in Indiana and treat kids, teens and adults of all ages. I specialize in helping my clients navigate through life changes and stressors.
The goal is for my clients to experience is to feel accepted and understood, express feelings that may be difficult to articulate by using creative processes like art, music, role-playing, or guided imagery, and connect with your body.
I help adults (and teens 13+), virtually and in-person, who are struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunctions, eating disorders/disordered eating, and adjustment issues related to grief. Grief can manifest not just from death, but also from the end of a relationship, loss of a dream, health issues, or any unexpected changes in life. My work extends to helping those who have experienced trauma, as well as individuals looking to improve their self-esteem, strengthen their relationships, and manage stress effectively. I utilize a combination of gestalt and self-compassion theory approach.
The goal is for my clients to experience is to feel accepted and understood, express feelings that may be difficult to articulate by using creative processes like art, music, role-playing, or guided imagery, and connect with your body.
I help adults (and teens 13+), virtually and in-person, who are struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunctions, eating disorders/disordered eating, and adjustment issues related to grief. Grief can manifest not just from death, but also from the end of a relationship, loss of a dream, health issues, or any unexpected changes in life. My work extends to helping those who have experienced trauma, as well as individuals looking to improve their self-esteem, strengthen their relationships, and manage stress effectively. I utilize a combination of gestalt and self-compassion theory approach.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.