Expressive Arts Therapists in Hastings on Hudson, NY

Hello, I’m Stephanie! I'm here to help you on your journey to mental, physical, and emotional wellness. I consider myself a healer in all senses and believe in finding balance. In my skillset, I incorporate the arts, mindfulness, and evidence-based behavioral techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. Taking a chance on our journey together will feel like getting your needs met through learning how to manage ourselves through day-to-day functioning, as well as our emotions.

Have you ever felt rooted in one spot unable to pull your feet out of the heavy mud and move forward? Maybe you had a recent disappointment? Perhaps you or your child have experienced a tragedy or loss? Or possibly, you have great ideas just waiting to surface! My goal is to create a safe space where you can develop your creative problem solving skills, renew your sense of adventure, and strengthen your sense of self. I believe in the importance of our mind-body connection and the healing nature of self expression and communication through art making.

* DEPRESSION- ANXIETY- STRESS- TRAUMA- RELATIONSHIPS- MIDLIFE- LIFE TRANSITION - GRIEF AND LOSS - PHYSICAL ILLNESS - LIFE-PATH AND PURPOSE * I work with many individuals who feel that they have come to a crossroad, that their life situation is troubled or unfulfilling. Issues of low self esteem, anxiety, depression, feeling stuck or various stress related symptoms are common. Many tools are offered to assist the journey towards self empowerment and mastery, increased happiness and fulfillment. My approach include: in depth heart centered dialogue; mindfulness techniques, cognitive-behavioral , emotional healing; meditation and expressive arts.

Hello, welcome to therapy. My unique approach combines Internal Family Systems, Art Therapy, and Meditation to engage your concerns from an imaginative, creative, and holistic perspective. You will experience progress quickly as I gently help you take an active role in your own healing. My goal for you is to not be in therapy for years, but to learn the techniques you can use on your own to deepen your self awareness and live life through the eyes of your Authentic Self.

My ideal client is ready to explore their own patterns of behavior and gain insight into the ways these patterns impact their relationships. I specialize in family therapy, relationship therapy and group work. This includes work with multiple couples in a group format as well groups of friends. If you have a relationship that you're interested in improving, I'm here to help. We learn a lot about ourselves from the relationships and friendships that we choose. I enjoy helping individuals gain insight about themselves based on these connections while taking your relationships and friendships to the next level.

I am passionate about promoting mental wellness, self-care, and stress management, particularly through avenues like the arts, music and dance. Drawing from my own experiences and background, which include counseling in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma, loss, addiction, and mindfulness, I am committed to supporting the well-being of both youth and adults.

You may be here because things don’t feel quite right, there is something you want to work through, or you’re searching for something that you can’t put your finger on. I believe therapy is a unique space you can make for yourself in your life. It can be a place where you explore, contemplate, and play out life’s many possibilities with someone you trust.

If you are looking to give yourself grace, then you have found the right place! Together we'll explore what your issues, needs, and goals are and how to go about achieving them. Through no-nonsense warmth and humor, I'll assist you in identifying and confronting your bugaboos serving as a guide who accompanies and bears witness to your journey of re-discovery and reclamation. "Homework" runs the gamut and often includes journaling, artwork/crafting, bibliotherapy, practicing a new protocol, or just saying "no" without further elaboration.

If you are struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, an eating disorder, PTSD or past trauma, perfectionism, challenging life transitions or creative blocks, please know that healing is possible. My hope is to offer you support through these challenges, emotional struggles, and any anxious thoughts and feeling that are causing distress and impacting your ability to heal and move forward. If you are ready for an integrative approach and the opportunity for the change that you desire, together we can identify the blocks you are experiencing, and use the most effective technique to move through and past them together.

Hi there! I work with a diverse population of individuals, couples, and folx in various "non-traditional" relationships who are facing self-esteem problems, gender identity, LGBTQ+ concerns, trauma, grief, body-image issues, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. As a fat, neurodiverse, and queer therapist, I know the importance of speaking with someone who is informed about your unique experiences and to feel connected to your therapist in a relational way, whether gay, big-bodied, or neurodiverse"

Have you experienced the death or loss of a family member or close friend? Have you experienced crime, such as sexual assault or sexual abuse as a child? Have you been harmed by parents, siblings, friends, people in authority, acquaintances and/or strangers? Crime, harm and loss can be traumatic and life-altering. It can feel like there is nowhere safe and no one to turn to or trust. My approach is client-centered, non-judgmental, gentle and nurturing. During our work together you will explore and discover inner strengths and resources that will help you heal and feel empowered.

Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.

People are so much more than their thoughts. As a EMDR trained, licensed mental health counselor, I offer a holistic approach to therapy, with an emphasis on healing trauma and maintaining a healthy mind/body balance. I specialize in counseling teens and adults to help overcome past trauma and current challenges with depression and anxiety. Focus tends to be placed on processing trauma in a safe and evidence based manner, enhancing self-awareness, creating insight, and building confidence. The ultimate goal is to reach your individual goals, therapy will be tailored to your strengths and needs.

Are you unsure what path to take? I can help you design a life you love! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or lack of motivation, or do you know you could be thriving more? If so, therapy can be a powerful tool for positive change. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy. I would like you to think of me as a guide and teammate, working alongside you to uncover your inner strength and potential. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your thoughts and feelings.

I utilize a person-centered, non-pathological approach to therapy. Internal Family Systems is my preferred modality as it views the struggles of humankind, as just that, struggles and not pathology. It also honors the healer inside of each of us, believing that each person not only has the capacity to heal but has a Self that is designed to do just that. In my approach, IFS is used as a road map and we journey together to the destinations you identify. You will do some hard, challenging, and courageous work but you will not do it alone; I will honor all your parts and hold a steady light for you as you journey through.