Art Therapy in Brooklyn, NY

Are you feeling stressed, depressed or alone? Are you struggling with feelings that are hard to understand or even express? Art therapy in a safe, supportive space can help. I have used it effectively to manage issues such as trauma, depression. anxiety and just feeling lost, all the while (re)building hope and self-esteem. My approach is flexible and holistic, combining talk therapy and creative art with proven skills drawn from DBT, meditation and body movement. We figure out what works best together, as we pursue deep emotional healing and personal growth. There is hope, and we will find it together.

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Are you struggling to manage anxiety, depression or life stressors? Do you have ADD/ADHD and find it difficult to keep up with the pace of life's demands? Do you want to challenge old, unhelpful patterns and see real change? I want that for you too.

We offer creative therapy for creative people. Sometimes words are not enough, our staff will sometimes use verbal, music, visual art , poetry, and drama in our approach depending on your needs. We believe in attachment theory, family systems theory, and 12 step recovery. Our goal is to help you create a momentum of healing that inspires a sense of flow in your life. Therapy like our art , can help us gain insight, reduce anxiety, worry, fear and help us increase our consciousness and connection to our innermost self. No experience in the arts is necessary.

I believe that everyone has the ability to cultivate a life worth living. Through supportive psychotherapy and purposeful interaction, my clients learn to use their distress to become more authentic and connected to others. Together we explore their unique blend of culture, identity and experience, and identify the ways in which emotions, thoughts and behaviors foster or hinder their wellbeing. In therapy they gain the necessary coping skills to process feelings and act with intention to meet the demands of everyday life.

Liz is a licensed creative arts therapist and child life specialist who uses empathy, mindfulness and curiosity in their approach to therapy and clients. Through their work with children, adolescents, emerging adults, and families, Liz supports clients in processing anxiety, depression, gender identity, bereavement, religious trauma, medical trauma, medical diagnosis, and racial trauma. While originally trained in art therapy , Liz integrates systems therapy and child development practices into their clinical process.

Accepting New Patients! I provide psychodynamically informed psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in Creative Arts Therapy, which is a form of psychotherapy that incorporates creative expression into the therapeutic process. In session, I will assist you in identifying, exploring, and expressing underlying thoughts and feelings that may be contributing towards negative patterns and beliefs that may affect daily life. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment for you to meet your treatment goals.

During this worldwide pandemic a lot deep rooted issues have creeped up to the surface, whether that be anxiety, depression, negative thinking or substance abuse in many. How could it not with all the changes happening in our world today bound to have an impact of sorts on us, however, they should not stop us from obtaining our goals. I am more than happy and open to work with anyone willing to forge ahead and achieve their goals, be it Vocational, Mental Health related, Physical Health related or development of Coping Skills. Currently I’m not taking any clients until June 2022

Sarah Serrano Esquilin is a neurodivergent affirming art therapist that believes creative expression can empower, increase self-esteem, and heal even with no previous art -making skills. Art Therapy is a powerful modality that can aid in processing experiences and developing coping skills when words are scarce. Sarah integrates mindfulness while using a person-centered approach; meeting clients where they're at to begin the collaborative journey together. She has worked with people of all ages and experiences including grief, neurodiversity, acute & chronic illnesses, identity, transitions, anxiety, and depression.

Have you ever said, "I feel good when I am dancing/ drawing/ coloring/ writing/ creating art , etc?" Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, or simply haven't been feeling like yourself? Are you looking to let go of these struggles, gain control of your anxiety, become your best self, and enjoy life again? If so, you've come to the right place.

At Creative Now Therapy, we offer a culturally sensitive space where your complexity is valued. Our therapists are: Cristina, Autumn, Ariel & Krisja. Discovering and recovering your whole self is promoted so you can heal and approach your life with more fluidity and fullness. As therapists and coaches specialized in somatic and creative approaches, we will guide you through difficult life transitions mindfully and holistically. We will tune into your body, beliefs, and patterns to find creative and self-identified ways to expand your ability to manage and express your emotions, and improve your relationship to yourself and others.

With 25 years of experience, I utilize verbal and art therapy to help you find your emotional voice whether it be about a current situation that is causing you distress or something from your past or future. We hold on to thoughts, behaviors and feelings that seem too overwhelming to share with others. We fear vulnerability. We run from difficult feelings/thoughts. We feel ashamed of our emotional "baggage". Then, we try to hide under a mask because of shame, fear, and anxiety. But hiding in shame only makes us feel isolated, empty and experience self hatred. We become disconnected from others and our selves.

Hello! My name is Erica (she/hers). I'm a psychotherapist and art therapist for people in the NY area. My therapeutic style is warm and compassionate. I work primarily with clients seeking to address the challenges that come from anxiety, depression, relationships, and unexpected life transitions. Prior to work in private practice, I began my career through therapeutic roles in non-profit agencies working with individuals across a broad demographic of ages and diagnoses.

Are you struggling to find deeper purpose and clarity? You may feel disconnected, anxious, lonely and are seeking a sense of meaningful connection and balance. Whether you are feeling lost in how to heal unresolved trauma, or need support through depression, you don’t need to go at it alone. Moving forward together, we will co-create authentic connection to your true self, develop a strategy to reach your goals, and open up to creative self-expression. Together, our therapists will help you find freedom from pain, feel safe in your body, more confident in your actions, and strengthen your tools for emotional balance.

Everyone deserves to be seen and heard for who they are. I am committed to working with compassion and empathy, to guide my clients towards a greater sense of self-love, understanding, and acceptance. Through non-judgemental deep listening and collaboration, I believe we can all live a more connected, inspired life.

As a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) I believe that creativity and access to our imagination is an essential tool for self-discovery, transformation and health. When we become stuck in life, these tend to be the first tools that we lose access to. I have a body-centered, trauma-informed, holistic and individualized approach that also recognizes that we are each impacted by the communities and systems that we are part of. I enjoy collaborating with clients to help you find agency in your own healing process and become your own visionary in hard times.

I am an artist with a Masters in Art Therapy /Counseling who is currently pursuing a PhD in psychology. I provide services to anyone who is willing to work to improve their mental health and well-being. The aim is to minimize negative thoughts, feelings, and emotions while building a positive outlook on life. Your therapeutic journey moves at your own pace as you are in the driver's seat and I am only here to guide and support you through this journey.

I help people find their inner strengths, which may be difficult to recognize during times of stress, anxiety, depression or trauma. I offer a holistic, experiential approach to therapy that includes talk, creative expression and body-mind awareness. You can expect our work together to be collaborative and relational. With a warm, grounded and compassionate presence I offer you support to challenge old patterns and create a fulfilling life.