Art Therapy in New York, NY

My professional experience and background in art therapy and clinical psychology have helped me integrate didactic knowledge into effective practice. I have 17 years of clinical experience with people in a variety of settings, and backgrounds, with a focus on behavior, communication, interpersonal and relationship patterns, and self-help skills.

I specialize in treating highly sensitive people, performers with artistic wounds, trauma, and those suffering from anxiety/depression.Sessions are tailored to fit your specific needs and goals. Whether through talk therapy or creative arts therapy, I provide an environment using your strengths and unique abilities as a modality for your own healing so that your growth can continue well beyond our sessions. I have specialized training in IFS, mindfulness, PTSD, and trauma informed care. I approach health holistically, knowing that artists in particular need to integrate their art with their mental health in order to grow and heal.

Chandler French is a licensed and Board-Certified Art therapist blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Art Therapy . She works with children and young adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, developmental and learning disabilities, social anxiety, and behaviorally based issues. Chandler believes that parents' knowledge and support are essential for successful treatment. She offers a comprehensive and inclusive perspective on treatment, progress, and challenges. Her focus is recognizing your child's strengths and developing healthier coping skills to overcome obstacles and restore optimal balance.

Maintaining our mental health requires a holistic approach. One that includes taking care of not only our mind but our body as a whole. That is why I treat my clients using a combination of talk therapy, body-based methods, mindfulness and naturopathic guidance. When healing trauma, simply putting things into words is not sufficient and could in fact be triggering. For this reason, I employ a Somatic Experiencing method to help clients safely access and work through their emotions and traumas stored in their muscle memory, which promotes healing of a wide range of conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and childhood abuse.

By utilizing an eclectic array of interpersonal, process-oriented, and evidence-based practices in DBT, CBT, play, and art therapy techniques, clients will gain greater insight and build coping tools to support them outside of the session. The goal of working together is for the client to become their own therapist. Through creative exploration and collaboration to support growth, clients will strengthen their self-efficacy and create meaning and joy in their lives.

Finding “the right match” often creates additional stress when deciding to start therapy, and for good reason: we want to feel connected to the person we’ll speak to on a weekly basis. We want to feel seen and understood, especially in our most vulnerable state. As a New York-based psychotherapist and art therapist, I enjoy the process of getting to know my clients and recognize that a solid relationship is essential for personal growth in therapy. I bring empathy, warmth, and a healthy dose of humor to the therapy space to connect with my clients and foster an environment that feels safe, authentic, and supportive.

As a trauma-informed art therapist, I use art as a "power tool" to help clients, in all life-stages, work through creative blocks, fears, addictions, loss and whatever prevents you from living your most fulfilling life. Art is a "whole brain activity", giving us immediate access to self-regulation, attunement, intuitive wisdom and new perspectives. No art experience is needed and the process is equally effective online, using simple art materials from home. My integrated and collaborative approach to art therapy begins with listening deeply to understand and connect with clients and providing a safe and non-judgmental environment.

I have practiced art therapy and verbal psychotherapy in NYC for 25 years. In private practice for the past 20 years, I have designed an original line of Creative Tools that fall within the disciplines of both Art Therapy and Creative Writing/Poetry therapy. I specialize in working with trauma-affected children, adolescents, families, and adults. My extensive clinical experience includes Directorships at inner-city agencies and hospitals. I have been invited to design and staff Art Therapy programs in some of these facilities. Trained at NYU, I work there as a Clinical Supervisor and Guest Lecturer.

Sadé is licensed to practice psychotherapy and creative art therapy in both NY and NJ! Sadé's genuineness, impressive skill set, diverse experience, warmth, and core professional values are just part of what makes her an incredible therapist. In therapeutic partnership with her clients Sadé facilitates an exploration of what may be getting in the way of a more rewarding life. She helps her clients to find liberation from painful past experiences, overwhelming stressors, and a negative self image. She is extremely passionate about helping her clients to no longer limit themselves with doubt and discouragement.

My clients are postcolonial, queer, subaltern, disabled, invisibilised survivors of everyday microagressions or complex trauma. Like my clients I am polycultural, multilingual, queer and attuned to queries on acculturation, multiple social identities, identity shifting, parenting minority or neuroatypical children, intercultural couples, as well as accidental, disabling or climacteric transitions. My clients want to come to terms with their complexities — those invalidated because of primary or secondary socialisation. Exploring symbolic language allows for production of new knowledge of self and self-(re)actualisation. Paris based.

My work with you will be targeted at the areas you most want to focus on. Those areas may be opening creative roadblocks; changing life directions; strengthening coping skills; help with grieving; or other life changes and traumas. You stand at the vanguard of what changes you wish to see. The partnership we form together will always be supportive.

I provide a supportive, holistic, responsive, warm space and help you develop new coping skills, awareness, self-discovery, growth, and healing. I believe in an individual and integrative approach and go beyond talk therapy; the tools and techniques will differ depending on your needs. Together, we will create a new vision of who you want to be and what you want to accomplish in your journey, discover your true potential, as well as to create opportunities, and achieve your goals. I often use the Positive Psychology field of theory and research, focusing on both individual and social well-being versus the stigma of diagnosis.

Hi! I'm Erin. My colleagues and I provide transformative therapy for children, teens and young adults rooted in creativity. We hold expertise treating a variety of challenges such as Anxiety, Worry, ADHD, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, and School Issues. It's our life's purpose to help children, teens and young adults increase confidence, connection, joy and relatedness. We do this by blending creative, mindful and evidence-based therapy that fosters resilience, and build strengths. If you're looking for a therapist for yourself or your child, visit our website for your free consult. In-person therapy & online therapy offered.

Hi! I'm Sharon. My colleagues and I offer transformative therapy for children, teens and young adults rooted in creativity. We hold expertise treating a variety of challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, and limiting beliefs. It's our life's purpose to help children, teens and young adults increase confidence, connection, joy, and relatedness. We do this through creative, mindful and evidence-based therapy that fosters resilience, and build strengths. If you're looking for a therapist for yourself or your child, visit our website for a free consult. In-person therapy & online therapy offered.

How can we unearth our true potential? How can we release emotional trauma that is limiting our ability to achieve our version of success? When navigating the self I am inventive and curious. I give my clients a warm, soft place to land. My office is a safe, contained, vibrant space that fosters growth and reinvention. If you are someone feeling blocked by past trauma, stuck in destructive patterns, or harassed by anxious thinking, then I encourage you to reach out. You are not alone.

Coupled with my clinical skills, I offer empathy, support, and guidance to help my clients with all of life’s challenges, wounds, & problems. I empower my clients and help them develop coping skills. My therapy skills aim to increase self-awareness, enhance internal strength, and reduce stress, fear, and suffering. Together, I can help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and answer questions such as, “What can I change?” How can I learn to accept things?” or “How do I want to move forward in this precious life?” I work with clients who are seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma/PTSD, and substance use.

My client-centered approach is rooted in Art Therapy and Evidence-Based modalities. I specialize in helping children and young people, ages 4-25, feel more confident and connected. My work is centered around the belief that young people are fully deserving of respect, dignity, and a space where they can deeply feel heard. I facilitate a safe environment where feelings and experiences can be validated, and children can establish a sense of security and self-worth. I partner with children (and parents) to help them navigate their identity and sense of belonging in this world!