Art Therapy in Philadelphia, PA
The use of art therapy allows for a rich collaboration between the non-verbal and verbal spheres, creating an internal/external awareness.
If our relationships shape both our experience as well as our biology, then connecting with a skilled therapist is a critical element in your journey towards growth,health and healing.
The use of art therapy allows for a rich collaboration between the non-verbal and verbal spheres, creating an internal/external awareness.
If our relationships shape both our experience as well as our biology, then connecting with a skilled therapist is a critical element in your journey towards growth,health and healing.
Debora King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
As an Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor I am focused on providing person-centered care to help each person feel empowered in their treatment.
My clinical framework consists of Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I use a combination of directness, consistency and praise during each session to reflect on progress towards targeted goals.
As an Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor I am focused on providing person-centered care to help each person feel empowered in their treatment.
My clinical framework consists of Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I use a combination of directness, consistency and praise during each session to reflect on progress towards targeted goals.
Being a therapist is a second career from art and education work.
At my core, I am goofy, quirky, nerdy, and caring. I believe there is space for playfulness, joy, and humor in therapy and also space for all the sadness and rage. My personal value system includes dismantling white supremacy through action, fat liberation, trans joy, radical disability justice, and gleefully destroying the heteropatriarchy.
Being a therapist is a second career from art and education work.
At my core, I am goofy, quirky, nerdy, and caring. I believe there is space for playfulness, joy, and humor in therapy and also space for all the sadness and rage. My personal value system includes dismantling white supremacy through action, fat liberation, trans joy, radical disability justice, and gleefully destroying the heteropatriarchy.
Offering alternatives to talk therapy like: EMDR, Art Studio Sessions, Body-based and bi-lateral stimulation.
As a creative arts therapist I provide alternatives to traditional talk therapy. These options are catered to each person and their comfortability, no prior art experience is necessary. I invite warmth, curiosity and body-based interventions that help you feel more connected to self and others.
Offering alternatives to talk therapy like: EMDR, Art Studio Sessions, Body-based and bi-lateral stimulation.
As a creative arts therapist I provide alternatives to traditional talk therapy. These options are catered to each person and their comfortability, no prior art experience is necessary. I invite warmth, curiosity and body-based interventions that help you feel more connected to self and others.
Hannah Muller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19122
As a queer person and proud art therapist, I take a creative, solutions-focused, trauma-informed, and social justice-oriented approach to mental health counseling.
There is so much power within each and every one of us. Whether you're going through issues big or small, support is out there to help you unlock the version of yourself that you would like to be. There is no shame in seeking out support; it is an incredibly courageous and brave step towards healing. With the assistance of therapy, we can working towards addressing any issues you are facing or unmet goals you would like to achieve.
As a queer person and proud art therapist, I take a creative, solutions-focused, trauma-informed, and social justice-oriented approach to mental health counseling.
There is so much power within each and every one of us. Whether you're going through issues big or small, support is out there to help you unlock the version of yourself that you would like to be. There is no shame in seeking out support; it is an incredibly courageous and brave step towards healing. With the assistance of therapy, we can working towards addressing any issues you are facing or unmet goals you would like to achieve.
Hi there, I'm Paula Jo Lynch, LPC (Licensed Clinical Counselor), ATR ( Art Therapist)- "I am eager to help you find your way to equilibrium.
I believe that the large amount of trauma that I have been through allows me to be a more effective, empathetic, and relatable therapist and my drive to help others is always at the forefront of my approach.
Hi there, I'm Paula Jo Lynch, LPC (Licensed Clinical Counselor), ATR ( Art Therapist)- "I am eager to help you find your way to equilibrium.
I believe that the large amount of trauma that I have been through allows me to be a more effective, empathetic, and relatable therapist and my drive to help others is always at the forefront of my approach.
Laura Hetzel
Associate Professional Counselor, MPS, ATR-BC, LAPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Because I am an art therapist, we can also process experiences through art-making that feel outside of spoken language.
I utilize relational, in-depth, and trauma-informed therapies coupled with evidence-based techniques. I am skilled at engaging with clients of all ages and love to support families. I am a queer clinician. I am warm, authentic, and gentle, but will also challenge you to allow for growth. I also treat OCD using ERP, the gold standard.
Because I am an art therapist, we can also process experiences through art-making that feel outside of spoken language.
I utilize relational, in-depth, and trauma-informed therapies coupled with evidence-based techniques. I am skilled at engaging with clients of all ages and love to support families. I am a queer clinician. I am warm, authentic, and gentle, but will also challenge you to allow for growth. I also treat OCD using ERP, the gold standard.
Megan Bousquet
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
My therapeutic approach is wellness based & utilizes a blend of mindfulness, counseling, CBT, & expressive art therapy.
Throughout a woman’s life there are many emotional shifts and it takes strength to reach out for support! I understand the many challenges and stress that sometimes might have you not feeling like yourself. Do you feel alone, anxious, tired, sad, angry, irritable, or stressed? I work with women who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, grief and loss, fertility, miscarriage, transition to motherhood, and other life changing events. I have specialized training in anxiety, maternal mental health (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood), child development, and eating disorders.
My therapeutic approach is wellness based & utilizes a blend of mindfulness, counseling, CBT, & expressive art therapy.
Throughout a woman’s life there are many emotional shifts and it takes strength to reach out for support! I understand the many challenges and stress that sometimes might have you not feeling like yourself. Do you feel alone, anxious, tired, sad, angry, irritable, or stressed? I work with women who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, grief and loss, fertility, miscarriage, transition to motherhood, and other life changing events. I have specialized training in anxiety, maternal mental health (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood), child development, and eating disorders.
I am a mother, artist, yoga/meditation instructor and an art therapist.
I encourage a growth mindset and solutions! I have several years’ experience with depression, addiction, personality d/o, and anxiety. I have a collaborative approach with my clients. We will work together to set boundaries in your life to promote safety/wellness/stability. I also utilize meditation practices and mindfulness in sessions.
I am a mother, artist, yoga/meditation instructor and an art therapist.
I encourage a growth mindset and solutions! I have several years’ experience with depression, addiction, personality d/o, and anxiety. I have a collaborative approach with my clients. We will work together to set boundaries in your life to promote safety/wellness/stability. I also utilize meditation practices and mindfulness in sessions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist, and hold an advanced post graduate training in Affirmative Therapy for Transgender Communities and (TGNCNB) folk.
I work well with teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, disordered eating, suicidal and self-harm behaviors. I take a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered, and trauma informed approach to support clients. I have a passion for working with individuals who are exploring their identity and hold a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ affirming counseling. I also like to use humor and irreverence so that clients enjoy the process of exploration and can see results in their mood and behaviors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist, and hold an advanced post graduate training in Affirmative Therapy for Transgender Communities and (TGNCNB) folk.
I work well with teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, disordered eating, suicidal and self-harm behaviors. I take a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered, and trauma informed approach to support clients. I have a passion for working with individuals who are exploring their identity and hold a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ affirming counseling. I also like to use humor and irreverence so that clients enjoy the process of exploration and can see results in their mood and behaviors.
Patrick S Walden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147
My approach blends several techniques, including talk therapy, narrative therapy, art therapy, and EMDR, depending on what resonates most for you.
Hi there! I’m Patrick, and I’ve been helping people navigate the complexities of life since 2008. I specialize in trauma and complex PTSD, with a focus on creating a safe, cozy environment where you can feel supported, heard, and—sometimes—challenged.
My approach blends several techniques, including talk therapy, narrative therapy, art therapy, and EMDR, depending on what resonates most for you.
Hi there! I’m Patrick, and I’ve been helping people navigate the complexities of life since 2008. I specialize in trauma and complex PTSD, with a focus on creating a safe, cozy environment where you can feel supported, heard, and—sometimes—challenged.
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Michael Galarraga
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, CSAC, CSOTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Providing Art Therapy, EMDR, and talk therapy while incorporating sensitive humor helps to understand what your mind, body, and spirit have been holding onto for so long.
Art therapy and EMDR can be an integral part in supporting individuals seeking an alternative form of processing through their past and present emotional needs. As culturally informed and inclusive therapists from different backgrounds, we each recognize that peoples’ experiences are unique and impact them differently.
Providing Art Therapy, EMDR, and talk therapy while incorporating sensitive humor helps to understand what your mind, body, and spirit have been holding onto for so long.
Art therapy and EMDR can be an integral part in supporting individuals seeking an alternative form of processing through their past and present emotional needs. As culturally informed and inclusive therapists from different backgrounds, we each recognize that peoples’ experiences are unique and impact them differently.
Gianna Damis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19106
While I am a Licensed Counselor, I am also a Board Certified Art Therapist.
What's the last thing you missed out on because your emotions or relationship with food got in the way? Do you remember what it felt like before mental health issues or self doubt took their toll, but you can't seem to return to your "normal" on your own? You don't have to go through this alone. I specialize in helping those with disordered eating, depression, anxiety, and stress find themselves again. Together, we will create sessions that are tailored to fit your needs. Through a mix of warmth and accountability, I support the mind-body connection, building distress tolerance, and deepening our understanding of ourselves.
While I am a Licensed Counselor, I am also a Board Certified Art Therapist.
What's the last thing you missed out on because your emotions or relationship with food got in the way? Do you remember what it felt like before mental health issues or self doubt took their toll, but you can't seem to return to your "normal" on your own? You don't have to go through this alone. I specialize in helping those with disordered eating, depression, anxiety, and stress find themselves again. Together, we will create sessions that are tailored to fit your needs. Through a mix of warmth and accountability, I support the mind-body connection, building distress tolerance, and deepening our understanding of ourselves.
Morgan Karcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19148
My expertise comes from a psychodynamic, relational therapy approach, implementing tenants of Art Therapy, Feminist Theory, Internal Family Systems Model, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (T-F CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy .
As a queer therapist, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals explore prominent themes of identity while processing experiences with discrimination, gender dysphoria, questioning, and interpersonal conflicts.
My expertise comes from a psychodynamic, relational therapy approach, implementing tenants of Art Therapy, Feminist Theory, Internal Family Systems Model, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (T-F CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy .
As a queer therapist, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals explore prominent themes of identity while processing experiences with discrimination, gender dysphoria, questioning, and interpersonal conflicts.
I help by providing a collaborative and trauma-informed approach, integrating creative outlets like art-making and creative writing to support self-awareness, insight, and emotional catharsis.
I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with stress, burnout, creative blocks, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and major life transitions. I recognize that dealing with these challenges can make life feel overwhelming, chaotic, and difficult to navigate, and therefore hard to connect with your sense of self, creativity, and motivation. Together, we can identify and address areas for change and growth while celebrating and nourishing your strengths, so that you feel clear, calm, and empowered.
I help by providing a collaborative and trauma-informed approach, integrating creative outlets like art-making and creative writing to support self-awareness, insight, and emotional catharsis.
I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with stress, burnout, creative blocks, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and major life transitions. I recognize that dealing with these challenges can make life feel overwhelming, chaotic, and difficult to navigate, and therefore hard to connect with your sense of self, creativity, and motivation. Together, we can identify and address areas for change and growth while celebrating and nourishing your strengths, so that you feel clear, calm, and empowered.
By integrating talk -therapy with art-making (music, dancing/moving, being, doing) or simply playing with materials, with your own voice & body- I offer a therapeutic outlet for what is inside of you- A method of communication with your brain, internal processes, behaviors, thoughts, and patterns.
You may not be sure if you need therapy or you may be desperate for it. You have issues which are sometimes mysterious & other times are so clear it hurts just to think about. You have struggled in your life and have had successes too. You want to know more, maybe to be “better”, maybe to find your way, or simply to be able to enjoy life. You may have past trauma or uncomfortable memories. You want to have healthy and fulfilling relationships- to be yourself. You want to know what’s going on at a deeper level. Or at least feel more at ease in the day-to-day.
By integrating talk -therapy with art-making (music, dancing/moving, being, doing) or simply playing with materials, with your own voice & body- I offer a therapeutic outlet for what is inside of you- A method of communication with your brain, internal processes, behaviors, thoughts, and patterns.
You may not be sure if you need therapy or you may be desperate for it. You have issues which are sometimes mysterious & other times are so clear it hurts just to think about. You have struggled in your life and have had successes too. You want to know more, maybe to be “better”, maybe to find your way, or simply to be able to enjoy life. You may have past trauma or uncomfortable memories. You want to have healthy and fulfilling relationships- to be yourself. You want to know what’s going on at a deeper level. Or at least feel more at ease in the day-to-day.
Stephanie Koszarek
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I embrace an integrative approach to treatment that includes techniques derived from art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-based therapy, and exposure and mindfulness therapies.
I specialize in depression and anxiety with teens and adults struggling with symptoms that include: numbness, emptiness, disconnection/dissociation, loss of motivation, loss of pleasure, overwhelming emotions, racing/worried thoughts, panic attacks, and social avoidance. Please visit my website for more details.
I embrace an integrative approach to treatment that includes techniques derived from art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-based therapy, and exposure and mindfulness therapies.
I specialize in depression and anxiety with teens and adults struggling with symptoms that include: numbness, emptiness, disconnection/dissociation, loss of motivation, loss of pleasure, overwhelming emotions, racing/worried thoughts, panic attacks, and social avoidance. Please visit my website for more details.
When supporting people, I combine my training in art therapy with my education in psychodynamic, attachment and relational theories to help bring about growth.
As a queer white woman, I aim to support clients who share intersecting identities and incorporate my values of anti-oppression into my therapeutic practice. In session, I strive to learn from my client’s own wisdom and work in tandem with them to explore whatever may be showing up that day. I have a calm, compassionate, and curious personality, that presents itself in the form of empathic listening, thoughtful question asking, reflective summarizing, and knowledge/resource sharing.
When supporting people, I combine my training in art therapy with my education in psychodynamic, attachment and relational theories to help bring about growth.
As a queer white woman, I aim to support clients who share intersecting identities and incorporate my values of anti-oppression into my therapeutic practice. In session, I strive to learn from my client’s own wisdom and work in tandem with them to explore whatever may be showing up that day. I have a calm, compassionate, and curious personality, that presents itself in the form of empathic listening, thoughtful question asking, reflective summarizing, and knowledge/resource sharing.
I offer talk therapy as well as art therapy.
When we collaborate, I prioritize creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can authentically express yourself. In our sessions, it's solely about you—your thoughts, feelings, and needs. I listen attentively, asking thoughtful questions to help us uncover deeper insights and recognize patterns. Creativity, to me, transcends traditional forms; it's delving into your personal metaphors, deciphering symbols, and adapting flexible solutions. Together, we'll navigate your challenges with empathy and understanding, fostering growth and healing.
I offer talk therapy as well as art therapy.
When we collaborate, I prioritize creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can authentically express yourself. In our sessions, it's solely about you—your thoughts, feelings, and needs. I listen attentively, asking thoughtful questions to help us uncover deeper insights and recognize patterns. Creativity, to me, transcends traditional forms; it's delving into your personal metaphors, deciphering symbols, and adapting flexible solutions. Together, we'll navigate your challenges with empathy and understanding, fostering growth and healing.
My name is Ashley and I'm a board certified art therapist and licensed professional counselor.
I hope to support clients in finding ways to live their life to the fullest.
My name is Ashley and I'm a board certified art therapist and licensed professional counselor.
I hope to support clients in finding ways to live their life to the fullest.
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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.