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Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, DABP, FAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Babylon, NY 11702
Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.
Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.
(631) 387-4005 View (631) 387-4005
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Family & Personal Counseling
Counselor, MS, LMHC, ASAC, CCH
Verified Verified
Saint James, NY 11780
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
(631) 502-5119 View (631) 502-5119
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Shivanand Sohan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Babylon, NY 11702
As a therapist, with over 7 years of experience in social work, the rapport I build with my clients instills a comfortability and confidence that my approach and systems work. I meet clients where they are and allow them to reach their own resolve, with guidance. I help clients transition less from extreme perspectives towards more positive mindsets when internalizing experiences. At Behavioral Health Counseling our therapists provide evidenced-based, goal-oriented treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Treatment and Behavior Plans are individualized to meet each patient’s need.
As a therapist, with over 7 years of experience in social work, the rapport I build with my clients instills a comfortability and confidence that my approach and systems work. I meet clients where they are and allow them to reach their own resolve, with guidance. I help clients transition less from extreme perspectives towards more positive mindsets when internalizing experiences. At Behavioral Health Counseling our therapists provide evidenced-based, goal-oriented treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Treatment and Behavior Plans are individualized to meet each patient’s need.
(631) 709-1105 View (631) 709-1105
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Family and Personal Counseling
Counselor, MS, LMHC, ASAC, CCH
Verified Verified
Saint James, NY 11780
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
(631) 837-2796 View (631) 837-2796
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Steven T. Licardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Islip, NY 11795
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? Struggling with your emotions? Feeling lost in relationships? Looking to unlock or expand your creativity? Are you seeking a shame-free space to engage your curiosities and explore uncomfortable questions? With over a decade of experience on both sides of the couch, my holistic and empathetic practice will help you to develop new ways of thinking, feeling, relating to others, and being in the world. I work with my clients to co-create an environment of trust, honesty, and mutual accountability. I believe in the power of collective liberation and our innate ability to heal. Together.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? Struggling with your emotions? Feeling lost in relationships? Looking to unlock or expand your creativity? Are you seeking a shame-free space to engage your curiosities and explore uncomfortable questions? With over a decade of experience on both sides of the couch, my holistic and empathetic practice will help you to develop new ways of thinking, feeling, relating to others, and being in the world. I work with my clients to co-create an environment of trust, honesty, and mutual accountability. I believe in the power of collective liberation and our innate ability to heal. Together.
(718) 509-6632 View (718) 509-6632
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Family & Personal Counseling
Counselor, MS, LMHC, ASAC, CCH
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
(631) 652-9308 View (631) 652-9308
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Family and Personal Counseling
Counselor, MS, LMHC, ASAC, CCH
Verified Verified
Bohemia, NY 11716
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
(516) 271-3126 View (516) 271-3126
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Family & Personal Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, ASAC, CCH
Verified Verified
East Islip, NY 11730
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
(631) 459-4576 View (631) 459-4576
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Ed Regensburg
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, CHT, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Northport, NY 11731
You are smart and sensitive...sometimes the world is just too much to make sense of. Not sure how to tell if you are anxious, depressed, over reacting or something else? Something’s wrong, but you don't know what it is. I will help you figure it out. Through an integrative approach of talking and mindfulness techniques developed over 40 years we work together to accurately identify your issues and with deep understanding find inner control of the root emotions that are causing difficulties.
You are smart and sensitive...sometimes the world is just too much to make sense of. Not sure how to tell if you are anxious, depressed, over reacting or something else? Something’s wrong, but you don't know what it is. I will help you figure it out. Through an integrative approach of talking and mindfulness techniques developed over 40 years we work together to accurately identify your issues and with deep understanding find inner control of the root emotions that are causing difficulties.
(631) 619-7691 View (631) 619-7691
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Family & Personal Counseling
MS, LMHC, ASAC, CCH
Verified Verified
Bohemia, NY 11716
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
(516) 613-3538 View (516) 613-3538

Online Therapists

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Rob Belgrod
Art Therapist, LPAT, LCAT, ATCS, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Our work together can utilize art therapy and/or a talk-based approach, depending on your preference.
I offer compassionate and empathetic support for adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating and experiencing a range of challenges including: anxiety, LGBTQIA2S issues, substance use, stress, identity, trauma, and issues Veterans may be facing.
Our work together can utilize art therapy and/or a talk-based approach, depending on your preference.
I offer compassionate and empathetic support for adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating and experiencing a range of challenges including: anxiety, LGBTQIA2S issues, substance use, stress, identity, trauma, and issues Veterans may be facing.
(505) 806-0745 View (505) 806-0745
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Michael Kestenbaum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
This process enables clients to express the often inexpressible via speech, writing, art, and self-introspection.
Integration and balance. These are the two guiding principles of my therapeutic approach. Sometimes people find themselves lost, astray, or simply curious about their current state in life. When we hit our lowest point, however, we may access the greatest change within ourselves. At some point in time, we may have lost our sense of self, while in other cases we may have struggled to form a coherent identity no matter how successful or secure we may appear. Nevertheless, we all have the potential to cultivate our resiliency and better understand who we are and who we wish to be.
This process enables clients to express the often inexpressible via speech, writing, art, and self-introspection.
Integration and balance. These are the two guiding principles of my therapeutic approach. Sometimes people find themselves lost, astray, or simply curious about their current state in life. When we hit our lowest point, however, we may access the greatest change within ourselves. At some point in time, we may have lost our sense of self, while in other cases we may have struggled to form a coherent identity no matter how successful or secure we may appear. Nevertheless, we all have the potential to cultivate our resiliency and better understand who we are and who we wish to be.
(516) 289-9246 View (516) 289-9246
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Hope Services, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11234
Play Therapy, Group Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, Coaching, Behavior Modification Interventions.
Our individual therapies include play, creative arts and talk therapy for children and adolescents struggling with functioning in their families, school, community, and social/interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral / Behavior Modification interventions are also provided. Hope Services, LLC is located in the Mill Basin section of Brooklyn, New York. We are a dynamic, innovative, pragmatic and professional outpatient mental health service program with a patient-centered treatment model that is geared toward providing services to the multicultural community within which it operates. With a specialty in providing treatment to children and adolescents (ages 5-18), Hope Services, LLC also accepts and treats adults. We are therefore dedicated to the mental and behavioral healthcare of children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. We offer a safe, therapeutic, comfortable, and respectful environment. Additional Languages Spoken: French, Haitian Creole.
Play Therapy, Group Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, Coaching, Behavior Modification Interventions.
Our individual therapies include play, creative arts and talk therapy for children and adolescents struggling with functioning in their families, school, community, and social/interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral / Behavior Modification interventions are also provided. Hope Services, LLC is located in the Mill Basin section of Brooklyn, New York. We are a dynamic, innovative, pragmatic and professional outpatient mental health service program with a patient-centered treatment model that is geared toward providing services to the multicultural community within which it operates. With a specialty in providing treatment to children and adolescents (ages 5-18), Hope Services, LLC also accepts and treats adults. We are therefore dedicated to the mental and behavioral healthcare of children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. We offer a safe, therapeutic, comfortable, and respectful environment. Additional Languages Spoken: French, Haitian Creole.
(347) 609-7854 View (347) 609-7854
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Sean Reckwerdt
Art Therapist, LCAT, MPS, MSc
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Currently, I am meeting virtually with most clients, but have a few in-person art therapy slots available.
Sometimes there are not words to describe how we feel. Art, historically has offered us all an alternative method of expression. When applied in therapy, art can be that bridge, a planted seed, a farewell, or a lasting reminder of an experience or relationship we needed/wanted to honor or transform. These intuitive tools allow us to go deeper into our (un)conscious stories, and gets us to those insights that our egos, traumas, and words have been defending, guarding, hiding, or blocking from ourselves and others. Using Art Therapy, you'll be able to experience different perspectives and empower yourself to tell new stories.
Currently, I am meeting virtually with most clients, but have a few in-person art therapy slots available.
Sometimes there are not words to describe how we feel. Art, historically has offered us all an alternative method of expression. When applied in therapy, art can be that bridge, a planted seed, a farewell, or a lasting reminder of an experience or relationship we needed/wanted to honor or transform. These intuitive tools allow us to go deeper into our (un)conscious stories, and gets us to those insights that our egos, traumas, and words have been defending, guarding, hiding, or blocking from ourselves and others. Using Art Therapy, you'll be able to experience different perspectives and empower yourself to tell new stories.
(646) 760-8053 View (646) 760-8053
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Josh Millrod
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, MT-BC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
We'll do this using a mixture of talking, guided imagery, music, art and meditative breathing.
Hello, time traveler. I'm glad you made it here. I know there's a million other places you could be right now so I want to help you take a second to be here with me. Not at work tomorrow, not in the climate apocalypse and definitely not reliving that time in 5th grade when your yogurt exploded in your backpack because someone threw it down the street at the bus stop as the bus arrived. Ok. Now, that you're here, take a breath. Take another one. Feel the air flow in and out. Let that nagging voice that's pulling you from being here know that you hear it, and ask it to step aside for 30 seconds so that you can finish reading this.
We'll do this using a mixture of talking, guided imagery, music, art and meditative breathing.
Hello, time traveler. I'm glad you made it here. I know there's a million other places you could be right now so I want to help you take a second to be here with me. Not at work tomorrow, not in the climate apocalypse and definitely not reliving that time in 5th grade when your yogurt exploded in your backpack because someone threw it down the street at the bus stop as the bus arrived. Ok. Now, that you're here, take a breath. Take another one. Feel the air flow in and out. Let that nagging voice that's pulling you from being here know that you hear it, and ask it to step aside for 30 seconds so that you can finish reading this.
(631) 364-0398 View (631) 364-0398
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Greg Perlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Croton On Hudson, NY 10520
Greg is a licensed clinical social worker who treats children, teens, adults, and families. He uses a client-centered, strengths-based approach utilizing aspects of CBT, DBT, and solution-focused treatment. Greg helps his clients challenge negative thinking to foster positive change, assists his clients in providing mindfulness techniques using music and art to reduce stress, and aids his clients in identifying triggers and coping skills to manage emotional distress.
Greg is a licensed clinical social worker who treats children, teens, adults, and families. He uses a client-centered, strengths-based approach utilizing aspects of CBT, DBT, and solution-focused treatment. Greg helps his clients challenge negative thinking to foster positive change, assists his clients in providing mindfulness techniques using music and art to reduce stress, and aids his clients in identifying triggers and coping skills to manage emotional distress.
(845) 668-9008 View (845) 668-9008
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Daniel Blausey
Art Therapist, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10014
Welcome to my art therapy and psychotherapy practice page. For over 25 years I have successfully worked with adults and young people seeking change. I am equally at ease with traditional talk therapy, art therapy, or an integration of the two and collaborate with my clients to establish the safest approach to realize personal intentions. My engagement style is gentle and encouraging, yet more thought-provoking and compassionately challenging when it is advantageous to the therapy.
Welcome to my art therapy and psychotherapy practice page. For over 25 years I have successfully worked with adults and young people seeking change. I am equally at ease with traditional talk therapy, art therapy, or an integration of the two and collaborate with my clients to establish the safest approach to realize personal intentions. My engagement style is gentle and encouraging, yet more thought-provoking and compassionately challenging when it is advantageous to the therapy.
(646) 480-7303 View (646) 480-7303
Hope Services, LLC
PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11234
Play Therapy, Group Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, Coaching, Behavior Modification Interventions.
Our individual therapies include play, creative arts and talk therapy for children and adolescents struggling with functioning in their families, school, community, and social/interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral / Behavior Modification interventions are also provided. Hope Services, LLC is located in the Mill Basin section of Brooklyn, New York. We are a dynamic, innovative, pragmatic and professional outpatient mental health service program with a patient-centered treatment model that is geared toward providing services to the multicultural community within which it operates. With a specialty in providing treatment to children and adolescents (ages 5-18), Hope Services, LLC also accepts and treats adults. We are therefore dedicated to the mental and behavioral healthcare of children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. We offer a safe, therapeutic, comfortable, and respectful environment. Additional Languages Spoken: French, Haitian Creole.
Play Therapy, Group Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, Coaching, Behavior Modification Interventions.
Our individual therapies include play, creative arts and talk therapy for children and adolescents struggling with functioning in their families, school, community, and social/interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral / Behavior Modification interventions are also provided. Hope Services, LLC is located in the Mill Basin section of Brooklyn, New York. We are a dynamic, innovative, pragmatic and professional outpatient mental health service program with a patient-centered treatment model that is geared toward providing services to the multicultural community within which it operates. With a specialty in providing treatment to children and adolescents (ages 5-18), Hope Services, LLC also accepts and treats adults. We are therefore dedicated to the mental and behavioral healthcare of children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. We offer a safe, therapeutic, comfortable, and respectful environment. Additional Languages Spoken: French, Haitian Creole.
(917) 310-5891 View (917) 310-5891
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Minds Together, LCSWPC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CDBT
Verified Verified
Long Island City, NY 11102
All of Minds Together's clinicians are NYS licensed and specialized in multiple therapeutic approaches from Creative Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family and Marriage Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, Couple's work, and other modalities.
Hola Hola. My name is Jean Carlos Osorio and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of professional experience and I am also the Founder/Clinical Director of Minds Together, LCSW.P.C. A private group outpatient mental health clinic that provides individual/couple and group therapeutic services in three different locations in Queens, Ny. We have our offices in Astoria, Forest Hills and Jackson Heights. We accept most Medicaid/Commercial insurance plans and provide out of network services. We provide face to face and Telehealth services.
All of Minds Together's clinicians are NYS licensed and specialized in multiple therapeutic approaches from Creative Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family and Marriage Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, Couple's work, and other modalities.
Hola Hola. My name is Jean Carlos Osorio and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of professional experience and I am also the Founder/Clinical Director of Minds Together, LCSW.P.C. A private group outpatient mental health clinic that provides individual/couple and group therapeutic services in three different locations in Queens, Ny. We have our offices in Astoria, Forest Hills and Jackson Heights. We accept most Medicaid/Commercial insurance plans and provide out of network services. We provide face to face and Telehealth services.
(646) 846-4818 View (646) 846-4818
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Howard Seeman
CLC, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463
In addition to verbal/cognitive methods, I use creative-arts techniques: art, music, psychodrama, role playing, poetry & https://www.
LifeCoach+ Prof Emeritus, "action methods" for repairing relationships, reaching goals, decision-making, reducing anxiety, solving school/parent/children issues.; no need for psychotherapy; shorter, effective, less expensive. Prof. Seeman helps you advise yourself better! Also, publishing writing/editing help. ENDORSEMENTS: "empathetic, emotionally intelligent, perceptive advice, wise, positive strategies, superb insights, keen intellect, a gifted helper, experienced facilitator of learning, dedication, experienced...." COMPLETE ENDORSEMENTS: at: http://www.echponline.com/bio.html
In addition to verbal/cognitive methods, I use creative-arts techniques: art, music, psychodrama, role playing, poetry & https://www.
LifeCoach+ Prof Emeritus, "action methods" for repairing relationships, reaching goals, decision-making, reducing anxiety, solving school/parent/children issues.; no need for psychotherapy; shorter, effective, less expensive. Prof. Seeman helps you advise yourself better! Also, publishing writing/editing help. ENDORSEMENTS: "empathetic, emotionally intelligent, perceptive advice, wise, positive strategies, superb insights, keen intellect, a gifted helper, experienced facilitator of learning, dedication, experienced...." COMPLETE ENDORSEMENTS: at: http://www.echponline.com/bio.html
(646) 699-3805 View (646) 699-3805

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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.