Art Therapy in Alaska
Christina Wilson, Expressive Art Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, REAT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99503
The hardest step may be writing the email to st art the journey.
Do you need a more creative way to process in therapy? Join me for Art Therapy. The daily stressors in our life can become obstacles and can bring us to feelings of isolation, loneliness, and a feeling of not being understood. We are not operating from the true self in self energy when this occurs. You can harness your true nature through creativity and art. We as individuals deserve to be heard, wanted, and loved. I work in individual counseling with evidence-based treatment through Expressive Art Therapy and Talk Therapy. I believe you have the ability to heal within and offer my services as a gentle guide on that journey.
The hardest step may be writing the email to st art the journey.
Do you need a more creative way to process in therapy? Join me for Art Therapy. The daily stressors in our life can become obstacles and can bring us to feelings of isolation, loneliness, and a feeling of not being understood. We are not operating from the true self in self energy when this occurs. You can harness your true nature through creativity and art. We as individuals deserve to be heard, wanted, and loved. I work in individual counseling with evidence-based treatment through Expressive Art Therapy and Talk Therapy. I believe you have the ability to heal within and offer my services as a gentle guide on that journey.
Lynne (Ann) Kelsey, LPC Supervisor AK-Psychodynami
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, EMDR, DBT, CBT
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
Nature/ Art summer wellness groups.
Respectful, supportive, positive CBT THERAPY, insight oriented, life coaching, wellness consulting, communication/problem solving and symptom mgt. for performance techniques with results. Regain control, improve relationships, communication, problem solving, work/career or sport. Brief intensive skill building tools for success. Strength based, personality specific Goal and objective setting. Be independent, yet patient; journal and homework", appreciation for incremental gains. Your individual uniqueness, intuition and inner guidance system are valued, so fine tune those To work well for you. Mind, body, spirit appreciated. Disabilities infant mental health young children. couples, marital, sex counseling, addictions, porn, horse therapy. Trauma specialist, anxiety, depression.
Nature/ Art summer wellness groups.
Respectful, supportive, positive CBT THERAPY, insight oriented, life coaching, wellness consulting, communication/problem solving and symptom mgt. for performance techniques with results. Regain control, improve relationships, communication, problem solving, work/career or sport. Brief intensive skill building tools for success. Strength based, personality specific Goal and objective setting. Be independent, yet patient; journal and homework", appreciation for incremental gains. Your individual uniqueness, intuition and inner guidance system are valued, so fine tune those To work well for you. Mind, body, spirit appreciated. Disabilities infant mental health young children. couples, marital, sex counseling, addictions, porn, horse therapy. Trauma specialist, anxiety, depression.
I also teach effective coping skills, such as, mindfulness, tapping, art therapy, and positive thinking.
I understand it can be difficult to ask for help. I have been in counseling before myself so I know what it is like to have to meet someone new. I am here to help you meet your mental health goals. Whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, I can help. I offer a variety of tools and therapy methods. My goal is to help you be successful in living a better life.
I also teach effective coping skills, such as, mindfulness, tapping, art therapy, and positive thinking.
I understand it can be difficult to ask for help. I have been in counseling before myself so I know what it is like to have to meet someone new. I am here to help you meet your mental health goals. Whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, I can help. I offer a variety of tools and therapy methods. My goal is to help you be successful in living a better life.
I specialize in art therapy (AT), which can provide individuals with a new perspective.
From anxiety and depression, traumatic experiences, or typical life transitions, everyone experiences challenges at some point in our lives. Counseling offers a way to gain a new perspective on your life and learn tools to move forward in a healthy way that best suits your unique life and situation. Entering counseling takes courage and I am thankful you are taking this step for yourself today.
I specialize in art therapy (AT), which can provide individuals with a new perspective.
From anxiety and depression, traumatic experiences, or typical life transitions, everyone experiences challenges at some point in our lives. Counseling offers a way to gain a new perspective on your life and learn tools to move forward in a healthy way that best suits your unique life and situation. Entering counseling takes courage and I am thankful you are taking this step for yourself today.
Alaska Art Therapy and Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, LPC, MSN, RN
Verified Verified
Juneau, AK 99801
St art the change that you want to experience today.
Ever find yourself going around and around with a problem, talking about it but not seeming to get that problem solved? An alternative form of therapy: art therapy, may help. People of all ages and families can benefit from using art and play therapy. Problems that may respond well to the use of art and play therapy include depression, anxiety, childhood behavioral issues, difficulties in parenting, trauma, life transitions, and substance use disorder. Make today the day that you st art today on your path to wellness. Face to face sessions available in my extra large office. Tele-health sessions are also available.
St art the change that you want to experience today.
Ever find yourself going around and around with a problem, talking about it but not seeming to get that problem solved? An alternative form of therapy: art therapy, may help. People of all ages and families can benefit from using art and play therapy. Problems that may respond well to the use of art and play therapy include depression, anxiety, childhood behavioral issues, difficulties in parenting, trauma, life transitions, and substance use disorder. Make today the day that you st art today on your path to wellness. Face to face sessions available in my extra large office. Tele-health sessions are also available.
My specialized training includes state-of-the- art brain research in mood management, positive psychology, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
If you have been disappointed with self-help methods, expensive or confusing programs, or previous counseling experiences, don't despair. I offer effective personalized, client-centered, strength-based therapy for a variety of challenges ranging from poor self-esteem, anxiety, stress management, to more intense disorders of PTSD, and substance abuse. With courage and sound theory we can transform life; and happiness is certainly achievable. If it seem like there is a cloud lingering over your good intentions and hope-filled dreams, join me as we build your life and rebuild your dreams. Visit our website at: www.goodsideout.com.
My specialized training includes state-of-the- art brain research in mood management, positive psychology, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
If you have been disappointed with self-help methods, expensive or confusing programs, or previous counseling experiences, don't despair. I offer effective personalized, client-centered, strength-based therapy for a variety of challenges ranging from poor self-esteem, anxiety, stress management, to more intense disorders of PTSD, and substance abuse. With courage and sound theory we can transform life; and happiness is certainly achievable. If it seem like there is a cloud lingering over your good intentions and hope-filled dreams, join me as we build your life and rebuild your dreams. Visit our website at: www.goodsideout.com.
If you’re ready to st art, let’s discuss the next steps.
Do you feel “too much” or often misunderstood? Are you grappling with anxiety, identity struggles, or difficult relationships? Are you looking for an accepting space to explore these feelings? I work with individuals and couples, especially in the LGBTQ+ community, providing an encouraging space prioritizing inclusivity and authenticity. You may be on a journey to reclaim your voice, or find healthier ways to connect with others. Together, we’ll navigate these challenges with insights that lead to healing. My approach integrates psychotherapy, art, and nature to foster resilience and empower you to create a life that's true to you.
If you’re ready to st art, let’s discuss the next steps.
Do you feel “too much” or often misunderstood? Are you grappling with anxiety, identity struggles, or difficult relationships? Are you looking for an accepting space to explore these feelings? I work with individuals and couples, especially in the LGBTQ+ community, providing an encouraging space prioritizing inclusivity and authenticity. You may be on a journey to reclaim your voice, or find healthier ways to connect with others. Together, we’ll navigate these challenges with insights that lead to healing. My approach integrates psychotherapy, art, and nature to foster resilience and empower you to create a life that's true to you.
L. Hay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairbanks, AK 99708
We may also engage in art therapy, play therapy, EMDR or Brainspotting.
In my psychotherapy practice with adolescents, men, women and families the focus is typically on issues such as behavioral concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD and anger. I believe that everyone is entitled to be treated with respect and honesty and that therapy should st art where the client is at. Additionally, each client has their own ways of gaining insight and implementing new patterns into their lives and will have their own pace at which they discover the strengths within themselves. I like to work with the client to discover what is most effective for them and go from there.
We may also engage in art therapy, play therapy, EMDR or Brainspotting.
In my psychotherapy practice with adolescents, men, women and families the focus is typically on issues such as behavioral concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD and anger. I believe that everyone is entitled to be treated with respect and honesty and that therapy should st art where the client is at. Additionally, each client has their own ways of gaining insight and implementing new patterns into their lives and will have their own pace at which they discover the strengths within themselves. I like to work with the client to discover what is most effective for them and go from there.
Wisdom Traditions Counseling & Wellness
Counselor, PhD, LPCS, CDCS, MAC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99518
Our clinicians provide a wide range of services, including Art Therapy, MAT and Psych med management.
The world grows more complex every day, changing how we live our lives, and it's bringing up a lot of stress and anxiety. We get it. The Wisdom Team provides highly respectful, confidential and individualized treatment choices for you or your family member. We also have counselors specifically dedicated for marriage and family issues. Our Addiction Recovery program is nationally accredited, and provides a warm, informal and rewarding experience for personal growth. We are in this together. Our vision is to positively impact our community; one person...one family at a time.
Our clinicians provide a wide range of services, including Art Therapy, MAT and Psych med management.
The world grows more complex every day, changing how we live our lives, and it's bringing up a lot of stress and anxiety. We get it. The Wisdom Team provides highly respectful, confidential and individualized treatment choices for you or your family member. We also have counselors specifically dedicated for marriage and family issues. Our Addiction Recovery program is nationally accredited, and provides a warm, informal and rewarding experience for personal growth. We are in this together. Our vision is to positively impact our community; one person...one family at a time.
Erika Hopper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
Waitlist for new clients
I have the ability to adjust therapeutic strategies based on the clients needs including the use of meditation, art, and play therapy.
My goal for all the services I provide is to build a relationship that creates a safe and non-judgmental environment for you. At the he art of my practice is the belief in the potential for every individual, despite their circumstances, to live a healthy and meaningful life. It is a privilege to hear your story, to help you understand where you come from and how that may be impacting you today. Using tools brought in from PCT, DBT, and SFT, I tailor my approach around you, working to meet your strengths, your unique needs, and your goals, helping you make the changes you want to see in your life as you move forward.
I have the ability to adjust therapeutic strategies based on the clients needs including the use of meditation, art, and play therapy.
My goal for all the services I provide is to build a relationship that creates a safe and non-judgmental environment for you. At the he art of my practice is the belief in the potential for every individual, despite their circumstances, to live a healthy and meaningful life. It is a privilege to hear your story, to help you understand where you come from and how that may be impacting you today. Using tools brought in from PCT, DBT, and SFT, I tailor my approach around you, working to meet your strengths, your unique needs, and your goals, helping you make the changes you want to see in your life as you move forward.
I provide a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that combines standard "talk therapy" with Jungian-based tools and art/play therapy approaches that allow for greater exploration of the unconscious. With 25 years counseling experience using a variety of therapy techniques I have found this combination works far better than other approaches for getting good results. I work with clients ages 5 and up, as well as with couples and families. Please see my website www.utherapy,net for full details on me and my practice.
I provide a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that combines standard "talk therapy" with Jungian-based tools and art/play therapy approaches that allow for greater exploration of the unconscious. With 25 years counseling experience using a variety of therapy techniques I have found this combination works far better than other approaches for getting good results. I work with clients ages 5 and up, as well as with couples and families. Please see my website www.utherapy,net for full details on me and my practice.
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A Jungian psychotherapist, specializing in dream work and art for healing. Micki has guided and inspired clients for over four decades. As a certified EMDR therapist and certified Havening Techniques Practitioner, she has helped clients heal from past traumas and adverse life experiences to find balance, meaning and joy in the present. Mindfulness, IFS and Sensory motor psychotherapy are an integral p art of her work. On your journey with Micki, you are invited to listen to the unique, deep voice and intuitive wisdom dwelling within.
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Katie Kajdan Bell
Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99503
Waitlist for new clients
Art Therapy accesses our inherent creativity to act as a powerful aid in change.
An LPC and registered Art Therapist, I provide clinically rooted, creative interventions. I specialize in treating adolescents as well as adults, providing support and help through many issues including: eating disorders, anxiety, depression, social pressures, self-harm, PTSD, and ADHD. The therapeutic approaches I use are well suited to working with many ages and needs, providing ways to process and communicate your experiences as well as learn skills to better navigate your world. Whether you are experiencing long term emotional or psychiatric pain, or the challenges of the complexity of life, I look forward to working with you.
Art Therapy accesses our inherent creativity to act as a powerful aid in change.
An LPC and registered Art Therapist, I provide clinically rooted, creative interventions. I specialize in treating adolescents as well as adults, providing support and help through many issues including: eating disorders, anxiety, depression, social pressures, self-harm, PTSD, and ADHD. The therapeutic approaches I use are well suited to working with many ages and needs, providing ways to process and communicate your experiences as well as learn skills to better navigate your world. Whether you are experiencing long term emotional or psychiatric pain, or the challenges of the complexity of life, I look forward to working with you.
I teach emotional intelligence and self regulation skills using a SM ART room where we are up and moving around.
I have 30 years of experience working with clients seeking to thrive in life. I specialize in working with trauma (a stressful event that shatters ones sense of security in the world leaving them feeling overwhelmed and helpless) using EMDR, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, Sandtray therapy, Art therapy and Play therapy. I work with adults, children, and families. I believe in a holistic approach incorporating the mind, body and spirit to heal.
I teach emotional intelligence and self regulation skills using a SM ART room where we are up and moving around.
I have 30 years of experience working with clients seeking to thrive in life. I specialize in working with trauma (a stressful event that shatters ones sense of security in the world leaving them feeling overwhelmed and helpless) using EMDR, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, Sandtray therapy, Art therapy and Play therapy. I work with adults, children, and families. I believe in a holistic approach incorporating the mind, body and spirit to heal.
Cheryl Childers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ATR-BC, RPT
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99501 (Online Only)
You may use art, music, written word, play—or you may prefer curling up on the couch under a soft blanket and talking.
As someone who has experienced past sexual / physical abuse, or chronic illness, do you often wonder how you can move past the overwhelming shame and pain? Have you tried “everything” but nothing seems to alleviate the flashbacks or unwanted memories. Do you want to stop dissociating? Do you long be free of anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts; longing for connection, worthiness, and to tell your story with a safe, non-judgmental person. Are you willing to examine thoughts, emotions, behaviors and learn how to utilize your whole self, develop shame resilience—transforming the way you live & love in your current relationships?
You may use art, music, written word, play—or you may prefer curling up on the couch under a soft blanket and talking.
As someone who has experienced past sexual / physical abuse, or chronic illness, do you often wonder how you can move past the overwhelming shame and pain? Have you tried “everything” but nothing seems to alleviate the flashbacks or unwanted memories. Do you want to stop dissociating? Do you long be free of anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts; longing for connection, worthiness, and to tell your story with a safe, non-judgmental person. Are you willing to examine thoughts, emotions, behaviors and learn how to utilize your whole self, develop shame resilience—transforming the way you live & love in your current relationships?
I guide you to use art materials to express yourself, and reflecting on the process to gain insight to live the life you want.
There are times when we get stuck in the pain of sadness, discouragement, and disappointment. Sometimes we can shake ourselves out of it. Other times we may feel overwhelmed. When these feelings get in the way of being the person we want to be, having the relationships we want, or getting what we want out of life, you are not alone. Reach out for help. I am an Expressive Arts Therapist, and I guide individuals through painful times to come out the other side. Together, we use different art forms to help you identify and express how you are feeling. This is not art making. It is self-expression leading to insight and healing.
I guide you to use art materials to express yourself, and reflecting on the process to gain insight to live the life you want.
There are times when we get stuck in the pain of sadness, discouragement, and disappointment. Sometimes we can shake ourselves out of it. Other times we may feel overwhelmed. When these feelings get in the way of being the person we want to be, having the relationships we want, or getting what we want out of life, you are not alone. Reach out for help. I am an Expressive Arts Therapist, and I guide individuals through painful times to come out the other side. Together, we use different art forms to help you identify and express how you are feeling. This is not art making. It is self-expression leading to insight and healing.
Dr. Rebecca L Sparkman
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, EAGLA, EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654
This method is state of the art and well worth it!.
It is my privilege and passion to walk alongside those who are healing from trauma, complex trauma, abuse, anxiety and depression. Grief and loss, grappling with spiritual, personal identity & various complex issues are the result of traumatic experiences. I firmly believe respectful, culturally competent and trauma informed approaches create space for you to become empowered to not just survive, but thrive! It is my desire that each individual who walks through my doors feels that all parts of them are welcome and treated with dignity. If you are ready to see change happen, I am sure we will make a great team.
This method is state of the art and well worth it!.
It is my privilege and passion to walk alongside those who are healing from trauma, complex trauma, abuse, anxiety and depression. Grief and loss, grappling with spiritual, personal identity & various complex issues are the result of traumatic experiences. I firmly believe respectful, culturally competent and trauma informed approaches create space for you to become empowered to not just survive, but thrive! It is my desire that each individual who walks through my doors feels that all parts of them are welcome and treated with dignity. If you are ready to see change happen, I am sure we will make a great team.
Counseling Solutions of AK
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CDCI, MAC
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
I have lived in Alaska over 10 years and have worked in a variety of mental health and behavioral health settings including: community mental health centers, local schools, adolescent substance abuse treatment centers, the child advocacy center and juvenile detention and probation offices. My clinical approaches are tailored to the needs of my clients and are rooted in trauma-informed, solution-focused, and person-centered orientations. I am certified in Trauma-Informed Expressive Art Therapy (TI-EAT) and trained Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Structural and Strategic Therapy, and Narrative Therapies among others.
I have lived in Alaska over 10 years and have worked in a variety of mental health and behavioral health settings including: community mental health centers, local schools, adolescent substance abuse treatment centers, the child advocacy center and juvenile detention and probation offices. My clinical approaches are tailored to the needs of my clients and are rooted in trauma-informed, solution-focused, and person-centered orientations. I am certified in Trauma-Informed Expressive Art Therapy (TI-EAT) and trained Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Structural and Strategic Therapy, and Narrative Therapies among others.
I use art therapy practices,instructional best practices, mindfulness, and executive skills practices during my sessions.
I have thirty years of experience working individually with students and adults who are challenged with executive functioning skills. My clientele generally are identified with learning disabilities, giftedness, or twice exceptional. I also work with individuals diagnosed with attention deficit disorders, on the autistic spectrum, anxiety, and those who are failing to be independent or struggling with academic and career expectations. Additionally, I assist tweens, teenagers and young adults seeking help in career and college counseling, scholarship searches, and financial aid assistance.
I use art therapy practices,instructional best practices, mindfulness, and executive skills practices during my sessions.
I have thirty years of experience working individually with students and adults who are challenged with executive functioning skills. My clientele generally are identified with learning disabilities, giftedness, or twice exceptional. I also work with individuals diagnosed with attention deficit disorders, on the autistic spectrum, anxiety, and those who are failing to be independent or struggling with academic and career expectations. Additionally, I assist tweens, teenagers and young adults seeking help in career and college counseling, scholarship searches, and financial aid assistance.
Chantal Cohen Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99508
I am a LMFT Supervisor & a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I work with children (1 year old up), teens, families, combatants, first responders, victims of violent crimes, & others. I treat preverbal or traumatic attachment (kids/teens), complex trauma, anxiety, behavioral issues and other childhood needs. Learning to see from your child's perspective helps caregiver(s) to understand their child/ren and family. My goals are to collaborate with you & your family to restore balance, improve communication, provide neuro-divergent psychoeducation, promote more secure attachments and develop competency.
I am a LMFT Supervisor & a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I work with children (1 year old up), teens, families, combatants, first responders, victims of violent crimes, & others. I treat preverbal or traumatic attachment (kids/teens), complex trauma, anxiety, behavioral issues and other childhood needs. Learning to see from your child's perspective helps caregiver(s) to understand their child/ren and family. My goals are to collaborate with you & your family to restore balance, improve communication, provide neuro-divergent psychoeducation, promote more secure attachments and develop competency.
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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.