Art Therapy in Columbia, MD
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Megan Veon
Art Therapist, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC
Verified
Verified
You're ready. You've been thinking about it, and you have a goal in mind. You're looking for a professional to offer guidance, give you tools, and help you stay on track. I am a therapist and
art
psychotherapist with years of experience helping adults, adolescents, and children with concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, trauma, rape/sexual abuse, and ADHD. I have worked in partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs for adolescents at risk, as well as adult inpatient and general outpatient settings for adults, adolescents, and children.
Not accepting new clients
Gina M Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It's a pleasure to work with children, adolescents, and young adults/adults to develop skills for everyday life. For more than 20 years I have specialized in working with children and adolescents who experience challenges in school, as well as their families. Concerned about mood or behavioral issues, distractibility/inattention, nervous feelings, grief and loss, trauma, and/or general developmental issues? I can help. In addition to traditional treatment modalities, I utilize creative modalities such as play,
art
, or music into treatment approaches to engage my clients.
Waitlist for new clients
Claire Kalala
Art Therapist, MA, LGPAT, LGPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! I am so glad you're here. I am an
Art
Therapist and Professional Counselor who integrates a passion for creativity and a passion for people into an
art therapy
practice that supports clients seeking to be more closely aligned within themselves. My therapeutic and creative work reflect a deep care and honoring for experiences of living "in-between": at the intersections of multiple identities, during momentous life transitions, and at the inevitable and often profound crossroads of each individual's unique healing journey.
Brittany Cephas
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC, PhD, Student
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We use a creative approach like: Mindfulness, Dance/Movement, Yoga, Expressive
Art
, Bibliotherapy, Anger Management, Group Therapy, Grief and Loss, Narrative Therapy, Play/Theatre, and so much more!.
Thank you for choosing Growing Young Minds Counseling, a private mental health service for children and adolescents. Have you noticed a change in your child's mood or behavior? Is your child isolating themselves from others, including you? Have you witnessed them crying at times, and it seem to have come out of nowhere? We are here to help! We have lots of experience helping children and adolescents develop solid coping skills that will address what they are going through. We offer family counseling services and parent coaching, because we believe that a strong family support system is KEY to the success of my clients.
Not accepting new clients
Viktoriya Karakcheyeva
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LCADAS
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with more than a decade of experience in mental health and substance abuse field. I have experience with wide range of treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, MI, yoga for trauma, biofeedback, experiential therapy (
art
, music, movement). My clinical focus has been in the areas of trauma treatment, addiction, and relationships. I am passionate about applying holistic approach to mental health and wellness. I meet my clients where they are and help them to move to a better place in their lives using client-centered approach.
Julie M Kotler
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR-BC, LCPAT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In addition to talk therapy,
art therapy
may provide additional insight for you, especially when navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Are you a person struggling with parenting, transitions, confidence, low self-esteem and overwhelm? Are you dreading another day of shuffling kids, prepping meals and not having any time for yourself? Is being a parent leaving you feeling lonely, empty, and lost? Life can be challenging. We have to balance family, sense of self, work and finding purpose. It is really easy to lose your center. Many people feel stuck. Together we can explore ways to feel better in your own skin. I can offer strategies to help you rediscover joy and connection to the person you used to be.
Marquitia Glass
Resident in Counseling, MA, LMHP-R
Verified
Verified
MarQuitia’s approach to counseling is person-centered, trauma-focused and nonjudgemental, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy; while integrating talk therapy; therapy utilizing
art
, music, dance, and play; and incorporating individual’s interests and spiritual/holistic practices, all from a strengths-based approach.
MarQuitia has experience in working with vast populations including forensics, trauma, at-risk families, LGBTQ+, incarcerated individuals, individuals with past and present substance use histories, individuals experiencing current crises, children, adolescents, couples, and adults. She has helped individuals work through vital life issues and mental health concerns like marriage concerns, dating concerns, women issues, depression, trauma, substance abuse/use, sexual assault, anxiety, self-esteem, behavioral concerns, grief, anger/crisis management, parenting concerns, foster care and adoption, CPS concerns and lack of motivation.
Waitlist for new clients
Erin Graham
Art Therapist, LCPAT, ATR-BC
Verified
Verified
I offer a combination of supportive talk therapy,
art therapy
, EMDR, and skill building depending upon your needs and goals.
Navigating the various emotional and social challenges of life can be frustrating and lonely. You may appear fine to the outside world, but underneath feel sensitive to home/school/work environments. Some people find they are using a lot of mental energy fighting off the insensitive words/actions of others, unspoken societal pressures, or general worries. Over time, this can wear down your self-worth and impact your relationships. It can make all the difference when you find a space where you feel understood and are free to express your genuine emotions.
Not accepting new clients
Ama Kyere
Counselor, LCPAT, LCPC, ATR-BC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I provide
art therapy
and counseling services.
Has a life transition affected your sense of self, self-esteem, and confidence? Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety and stress? Are you struggling to manage ADHD symptoms as an adult? Is your mental health a barrier to your work as an artist/creative? Liminal spaces are periods of transition that occur between two experiences, places, states, or stages. They can feel challenging, painful, uncomfortable, and difficult to adjust to. They may cause you to feel anxious, stressed, stuck, and unsure how to move forward. Liminal spaces are opportunities to re-evaluate, redefine, creatively problem solve, and transform.
Not accepting new clients
Chia-Hua Lu - Rivers Of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC
Verified
Verified
Registered as a board-certified
Art
Therapist (ATR-BC), I believe that creativity and
art
-making help to communicate, explore, and connect within one’s self and with their environment.
We travel the road with you, hope for the hopeful and hopeless! We bring authentic listening joined with the power of hope together. Have you heard of how to master tightrope walking? Do you know tightrope walkers are never actually standing still but constantly making fine tweaks in how they stand, so they can adjust themselves to stay balanced on the tightrope? In a world full of distractions, I have witnessed the power of storytelling as people process their past and ongoing experiences. My compassion is to be the support for people who desire to identify the little tweaks that they can make to stay balanced on the tightrope.
Kelly Streit
Counselor, LGPC
Verified
Verified
Greetings! Providing a nonjudgmental atmosphere for you to express and explore any challenges that you may be experiencing, I'm skilled in assisting people who are experiencing challenges with codependency, anxiety, depression, and have a special interest in childhood trauma. I am EMDR trained and utilize this approach to help relieve trauma related symptoms, including symptoms of PTSD. I also provide inner child work for those with childhood trauma, to help heal that child part of you that may be hurting. I currently work with adults and have immediate daytime openings.
The Remote OT
Occupational Therapist, MS, CFWE, OTR/L
Verified
Verified
Facilitating optimal functioning in activities of daily living through remote, synchronous, affordable, private telehealth sessions. Client centered occupational therapy treatment plans, customized for pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, and geriatrics from a professional and parent perspective. Value-based therapeutic interventions to validate concerns and empowering individuals and underserved populations to achieve meaningful outcomes via teletherapy.
Kathleen Van Meter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, C-DBT
Verified
Verified
I am currently licensed at the clinical level (LCSW-C) to practice social work in Maryland. I utilize a direct, yet warm and affirming approach in therapy. Each client is unique and I work hard to assist clients in achieving his or her treatment goals through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution- Focused Therapy. Much of my work focuses on Mindfulness and supportive therapies.
Columbia, MD 21044
& Online
Christy Highfill
Counselor, MA, LCPC-S
Verified
Verified
My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive environment for you to explore issues and challenges in your life and working towards solutions and goals with a reflective, dynamic and encouraging professional.
Alejandra (Allie) Sandoval
Counselor, LGPC
Verified
Verified
Every human has access to their full potential and sometimes we have experiences that block us from being who we came to be in this world. Therapy can remove those blocks and help you achieve your goals. The therapy is fully virtual, so you can be where you feel the most comfortable. Hablo Español
Not accepting new clients
Elizabeth Quesenberry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Searching for the right therapist can be a confusing, overwhelming process, but congratulations on taking the first step! Prioritizing you or your child’s mental health while juggling other stressors and responsibilities in life can be difficult, but is very necessary and important. I believe that everyone deserves treatment that is created specifically to target one’s own symptoms, issues, goals, and life story.
MPB Group, Inc-An Outpatient Mental Health Clinic
Counselor, LCPC, DCC
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
I am the Owner and Compliance Officer at MPB Group Inc - an outpatient mental health clinic in Columbia and Laurel, MD. At this unprecedented time in history, we want to continue to support those in the community in the safest manner. We have a robust telemedicine program whereby clients can engage in therapy and psychiatric services via our HIPAA-compliant online portal. We specialize in the treatment of those with histories of trauma, abuse/neglect. Please check out our website www.mpbhealth.com for more information. Call us at 410-730-2385 to make an appointment.
Pamela Bel Anu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LGMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Is there something holding you back from the experience of feeling fully alive, safe, and satisfied in your own life; in your own skin? Experiencing internal and external difficulties long enough and under enough stress, we become disconnected to what makes life worth living. I believe my job is to provide a safe space and be a supportive, caring, non-judgmental presence as a guide and collaborator. Together we can face what is hurting or not helping you. I have worked over the years in a variety of settings with adults, children, teens, families and couples from diverse backgrounds and identities.
Keith D. Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I am a mental health clinician who practices in both Maryland and Michigan. Treatment will vary just as our individual personalities vary. I am looking for clients who are unsure of what they want or need but are willing to explore. I am looking for clients who have goals but need help starting the journey. I am also looking for clients who know what they want, they have begun the work, but need more support. No matter the stage or phase of treatment, I am looking for clients willing to do the work.
Emily Vasseur
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CATP, C-DBT
Verified
Verified
In our lives, we often experience challenges. Life can be filled with peaks and valleys. These experiences may affect us emotionally, behaviorally, or environmentally. In these times, we may not always know how or have the tools to manage how we react. As a licensed therapist, I am here to provide the safe and brave space to uncover how we can tackle these difficulties together. My goal is to help my clients gain insight so that they can better identify, utilize, and build upon the internal resources that they already possess. Together, we build skills in order to promote overall wellness through various of therapeutic approaches.
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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.