Art Therapy in Pennsauken, NJ
Having a hard time coping with current life circumstances? Whatever you do and however it’s done, things don’t seem to work? But you’re prepared and motivated to try something new, and to explore different ways to deal with issues.
Achieving Nirvana, LLC implements an innovative technique viewing health as a unified whole, combining traditional talk therapy with a holistic approach.
It’s a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond a temporary fix, connecting all dimensions of wellness because true wellness encompasses not only mental health, but also physical and spiritual well-being.
Having a hard time coping with current life circumstances? Whatever you do and however it’s done, things don’t seem to work? But you’re prepared and motivated to try something new, and to explore different ways to deal with issues.
Achieving Nirvana, LLC implements an innovative technique viewing health as a unified whole, combining traditional talk therapy with a holistic approach.
It’s a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond a temporary fix, connecting all dimensions of wellness because true wellness encompasses not only mental health, but also physical and spiritual well-being.
My name is Debbie Chisolm, and I have a Clinical License in Social Work, a Clinical License in Counseling, and a Clinical License in Addictions. I have several approaches I use towards therapy that consist of Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, etc. My focus is geared towards first meeting the person where he/she is at, focusing on the whole person, changing behaviors, feelings, and thoughts, and guiding each one towards meeting their life goals and using the wellness to recovery approach.
My name is Debbie Chisolm, and I have a Clinical License in Social Work, a Clinical License in Counseling, and a Clinical License in Addictions. I have several approaches I use towards therapy that consist of Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, etc. My focus is geared towards first meeting the person where he/she is at, focusing on the whole person, changing behaviors, feelings, and thoughts, and guiding each one towards meeting their life goals and using the wellness to recovery approach.
As we are all human beings and have taken falls throughout life and required help getting back up. There is no one perfect in this world as we all have faced obstacles in challenges throughout life many dealing with trauma, stressors, mental health issues, and so on. I know the feeling of not being able to trust others and feeling like you are struggling alone, and others do not understand what you are going through. Trust is the essential ingredient in reaching out to someone for help taking the steps towards wellness, and I do believe that I am that one that can help you through your journey to recovery.
As we are all human beings and have taken falls throughout life and required help getting back up. There is no one perfect in this world as we all have faced obstacles in challenges throughout life many dealing with trauma, stressors, mental health issues, and so on. I know the feeling of not being able to trust others and feeling like you are struggling alone, and others do not understand what you are going through. Trust is the essential ingredient in reaching out to someone for help taking the steps towards wellness, and I do believe that I am that one that can help you through your journey to recovery.
Currently only accepting patients 18 years and younger.
Currently only accepting patients 18 years and younger.
Working with me you will learn to solve your problems, find balance, and adapt to the curveballs of life. I believe that we all can change our narrative, whether we begin as a child or as an adult it’s never too late to evolve .
Working with me you will learn to solve your problems, find balance, and adapt to the curveballs of life. I believe that we all can change our narrative, whether we begin as a child or as an adult it’s never too late to evolve .
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I utilize a person-centered and holistic approach with the integration of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and art therapy.
I enjoy working with clients who want to be in therapy voluntarily. Even if they are guarded, not wanting to change, and struggling with the commitment of therapy, as long as they want to be there, I enjoy working with them. Their issues, needs, and goals can be from various mental health concerns, but as long as they fit into my scope of practice, I aim to be the guide they need to achieve their goals. I am there to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental space for them to truly be themselves and allow them the opportunity to develop their strengths and better understand themselves.
I utilize a person-centered and holistic approach with the integration of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and art therapy.
I enjoy working with clients who want to be in therapy voluntarily. Even if they are guarded, not wanting to change, and struggling with the commitment of therapy, as long as they want to be there, I enjoy working with them. Their issues, needs, and goals can be from various mental health concerns, but as long as they fit into my scope of practice, I aim to be the guide they need to achieve their goals. I am there to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental space for them to truly be themselves and allow them the opportunity to develop their strengths and better understand themselves.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Many of my clients are adjusting to big changes—such as the transition to college, increased independence, relationship challenges, or uncertainty about the future. Together, we work to better understand patterns that may be contributing to distress while building practical skills to help you cope more effectively.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Many of my clients are adjusting to big changes—such as the transition to college, increased independence, relationship challenges, or uncertainty about the future. Together, we work to better understand patterns that may be contributing to distress while building practical skills to help you cope more effectively.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Getting to the root of your pain: learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events, takes a mindfulness that I will help you develop. I have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Trauma, and more. My approach is to work with my client’s strengths; help them develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works for them in obtaining their goals. I also have associates through my group Serenity Psychotherapy LLC to provide the best match for you.
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Getting to the root of your pain: learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events, takes a mindfulness that I will help you develop. I have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Trauma, and more. My approach is to work with my client’s strengths; help them develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works for them in obtaining their goals. I also have associates through my group Serenity Psychotherapy LLC to provide the best match for you.
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You deserve to feel grounded, connected, and seen. Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, or challenges with substance use, my goal is to support you in creating a life that feels more aligned and empowered. I work with teens and adults (13+) who are ready to shift patterns, build resilience, and cultivate self-compassion. I specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, substance use concerns, and working with LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent individuals.
You deserve to feel grounded, connected, and seen. Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, or challenges with substance use, my goal is to support you in creating a life that feels more aligned and empowered. I work with teens and adults (13+) who are ready to shift patterns, build resilience, and cultivate self-compassion. I specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, substance use concerns, and working with LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent individuals.
LaToya Pegram is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT) and Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) in the State of New Jersey.
In addition to using traditional counseling, art therapy or a combination of the two, I combine cognitive behavioral therapy, experiential therapy, and family systems to help foster an environment for self-reflection, healing, growth, overall wellness, and goal attainment.
LaToya Pegram is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT) and Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) in the State of New Jersey.
In addition to using traditional counseling, art therapy or a combination of the two, I combine cognitive behavioral therapy, experiential therapy, and family systems to help foster an environment for self-reflection, healing, growth, overall wellness, and goal attainment.
Sometimes life can feel out of control for you and your family members. I have dedicated my time to working with children and families struggling with trauma, dealing with attachment-based problems, dealing with divorce, coping with death, dealing with anxiety and managing behaviors, both in and out of the home. Whether you are trying to help your child deal with a trauma or managing what can feel like out-of-control behavior I can help.
Sometimes life can feel out of control for you and your family members. I have dedicated my time to working with children and families struggling with trauma, dealing with attachment-based problems, dealing with divorce, coping with death, dealing with anxiety and managing behaviors, both in and out of the home. Whether you are trying to help your child deal with a trauma or managing what can feel like out-of-control behavior I can help.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
I would help this client by using a more DBT-focused approach and my experience as an art therapist.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
I would help this client by using a more DBT-focused approach and my experience as an art therapist.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
I am a Professional Counselor and Art Therapist who has been working with children, adolescents, parents, and families for the past 10 years.
I have a positive, outgoing, and creative personality that helps me to build rapport with youth and families. Your safety and comfort come first, and I prioritize establishing a supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
I am a Professional Counselor and Art Therapist who has been working with children, adolescents, parents, and families for the past 10 years.
I have a positive, outgoing, and creative personality that helps me to build rapport with youth and families. Your safety and comfort come first, and I prioritize establishing a supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
My ideal client would most likely be a female teenager working through peer relationships, self-esteem, and social anxiety. With this client, I believe some of her needs would be to explore core beliefs of who she is in comparison to what others may say/think of her, cognitively challenging and reframing intrusive/negative thought patterns, and slowly expose the client to social scenarios in which she can use her coping skills to effectively navigate new situations.
My ideal client would most likely be a female teenager working through peer relationships, self-esteem, and social anxiety. With this client, I believe some of her needs would be to explore core beliefs of who she is in comparison to what others may say/think of her, cognitively challenging and reframing intrusive/negative thought patterns, and slowly expose the client to social scenarios in which she can use her coping skills to effectively navigate new situations.
I work with children and adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns they can’t make sense of. Many struggle with anxiety, overthinking, or feeling disconnected from themselves. For some, stress and emotions show up physically through symptoms like stomachaches, headaches, chronic pain, fatigue, or school avoidance. In our work, we move at your pace, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space to explore what’s underneath. Together, we build awareness, process emotions safely, and help you feel more grounded, connected, and aligned with yourself.
I work with children and adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns they can’t make sense of. Many struggle with anxiety, overthinking, or feeling disconnected from themselves. For some, stress and emotions show up physically through symptoms like stomachaches, headaches, chronic pain, fatigue, or school avoidance. In our work, we move at your pace, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space to explore what’s underneath. Together, we build awareness, process emotions safely, and help you feel more grounded, connected, and aligned with yourself.
Those working with Neurodiversity Consultants have been serving the neurodiverse individuals for decades. Created to address the growing need for lifespan support to neurodiverse individuals (including those who identify on the autism spectrum), Neurodiversity Consultants seeks to increase access to high-quality specialized services from experienced consultants, sometimes augmenting current services where applicable to optimize outcomes. With access to a variety of consultants, Neurodiversity Consultants is able to flexibly provide myriad services. Visit us at www.NeurodiversityConsultants.com
Those working with Neurodiversity Consultants have been serving the neurodiverse individuals for decades. Created to address the growing need for lifespan support to neurodiverse individuals (including those who identify on the autism spectrum), Neurodiversity Consultants seeks to increase access to high-quality specialized services from experienced consultants, sometimes augmenting current services where applicable to optimize outcomes. With access to a variety of consultants, Neurodiversity Consultants is able to flexibly provide myriad services. Visit us at www.NeurodiversityConsultants.com
I would help this client by using a more DBT-focused approach and my experience as an art therapist.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
I would help this client by using a more DBT-focused approach and my experience as an art therapist.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
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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.