Expressive Arts Therapists in Mechanicsville, VA
Road to Ready Counseling,LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
•Urgent appointments available. You are not alone! We can help; you can heal! Your time is valuable to us. We will listen and provide you with strategies to assist with any challenges that you are experiencing. We provide telehealth and In-person therapy specializing in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health symptoms.
•Urgent appointments available. You are not alone! We can help; you can heal! Your time is valuable to us. We will listen and provide you with strategies to assist with any challenges that you are experiencing. We provide telehealth and In-person therapy specializing in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health symptoms.
Christine Oglesby Family Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
I feel a genuine responsibility on my part to respect the courage it takes to entrust me; to ask for help. In sharing your life story with me, my responsibility is to hear where you are & where you want to be, not to be judgmental but w/mindfulness, dignity & respect. I will work with individuals, couples, co-parents & families reunify & restore healthy interactions. Since 2003, I have extensive experience working w/ trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, co-parenting, LGBTQ+, family pxs. There is hope to resolve difficult problems, move beyond them & create a new life narrative of empowerment. Flex. hrs: Th-Su inc evenings & weekends!
I feel a genuine responsibility on my part to respect the courage it takes to entrust me; to ask for help. In sharing your life story with me, my responsibility is to hear where you are & where you want to be, not to be judgmental but w/mindfulness, dignity & respect. I will work with individuals, couples, co-parents & families reunify & restore healthy interactions. Since 2003, I have extensive experience working w/ trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, co-parenting, LGBTQ+, family pxs. There is hope to resolve difficult problems, move beyond them & create a new life narrative of empowerment. Flex. hrs: Th-Su inc evenings & weekends!
Angela Marshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Hello, My name is Angela Marshall. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of clinical experience working with various issues and supporting clients with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, PTSD, and trauma. I gravitate towards utilizing Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) therapies during treatment. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
Hello, My name is Angela Marshall. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of clinical experience working with various issues and supporting clients with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, PTSD, and trauma. I gravitate towards utilizing Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) therapies during treatment. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
Crystal Driggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
I help children, adolescents, and teens who are having difficulty managing emotions, struggling with behavior, and/or going through changes in the home. I believe that children can not only communicate issues through play but also learn new skills the best when play therapy techniques are intertwined within their therapy experience. Many adolescents and teens benefit from a neutral sounding board that can provide support and new perspectives.
I help children, adolescents, and teens who are having difficulty managing emotions, struggling with behavior, and/or going through changes in the home. I believe that children can not only communicate issues through play but also learn new skills the best when play therapy techniques are intertwined within their therapy experience. Many adolescents and teens benefit from a neutral sounding board that can provide support and new perspectives.
Grace Johnson
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
Having been on the other side of the chair, I want to you know that the healing process is in your capable hands. This is a challenge but you have everything you need to thrive already with you. Let me be there to reflect, hold space, encourage, and guide you to higher levels of awareness. Together we can create a treatment plan to support the navigation of your emotions, symptoms, communications, and the systems you are a part of. I am formerly a PreK-5 educator and I bring direct, creative, effervescent, nurturing, and bright energy to sessions.
Having been on the other side of the chair, I want to you know that the healing process is in your capable hands. This is a challenge but you have everything you need to thrive already with you. Let me be there to reflect, hold space, encourage, and guide you to higher levels of awareness. Together we can create a treatment plan to support the navigation of your emotions, symptoms, communications, and the systems you are a part of. I am formerly a PreK-5 educator and I bring direct, creative, effervescent, nurturing, and bright energy to sessions.
Emma Gleckel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Not accepting new clients
Hello, I’m Emma! I am a LPC in the state of Virginia. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, and have experience providing mental health services in outpatient, university, and K-12 school settings. I work with youth ages 3-18, as well as individuals in early adulthood. My areas of clinical interest include: emotion regulation, ADHD, social skills, trauma and stressor-related symptoms, identity and self-esteem, and life transitions/adjustment.
Hello, I’m Emma! I am a LPC in the state of Virginia. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, and have experience providing mental health services in outpatient, university, and K-12 school settings. I work with youth ages 3-18, as well as individuals in early adulthood. My areas of clinical interest include: emotion regulation, ADHD, social skills, trauma and stressor-related symptoms, identity and self-esteem, and life transitions/adjustment.
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Hope Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
Given this common 'road block,' in addition to using traditional talk-based therapies, I frequently integrate use of trauma-informed expressive arts therapies as well as mindfulness into my work with individuals to help them 'feel better.
I am passionate about working with college-aged folks and twentysomethings. As a twentysomething, you may be struggling with emerging adulthood life transitions and turning points, anxiety, anger, depression, low self-esteem & confidence, family stress, romantic relationship stress, trauma, grief and loss, and or career challenges. In our work together, I will seek to create a safe space for you to explore and understand these stressful challenges and turning points in order to build stronger self-esteem, greater self-awareness, healthier relationships, supportive tools, and balanced ways of living.
Given this common 'road block,' in addition to using traditional talk-based therapies, I frequently integrate use of trauma-informed expressive arts therapies as well as mindfulness into my work with individuals to help them 'feel better.
I am passionate about working with college-aged folks and twentysomethings. As a twentysomething, you may be struggling with emerging adulthood life transitions and turning points, anxiety, anger, depression, low self-esteem & confidence, family stress, romantic relationship stress, trauma, grief and loss, and or career challenges. In our work together, I will seek to create a safe space for you to explore and understand these stressful challenges and turning points in order to build stronger self-esteem, greater self-awareness, healthier relationships, supportive tools, and balanced ways of living.
Adele Logan O'Keefe
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, YTT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23221 (Online Only)
My particular approach fosters personal insight, self-exploration, and somatic processing through an integration of person-centered, psychodynamic, narrative and experiential approaches, including brainspotting, mindfulness, and expressive arts.
My focus is building a trusting relationship to support reducing stress and anxiety, rediscovering your inner resilience and joy, and healing unresolved pain from the past so that you can live more fully and healthy in the present. Through a collaborative process, my goal is to help you to cope with and recover from the challenges you face, to heal from unresolved tension, trauma, or loss, and to experience your world and relationships with joy, fulfillment, and intention. I also provide clinical supervision for post-graduate counselors seeking licensure.
My particular approach fosters personal insight, self-exploration, and somatic processing through an integration of person-centered, psychodynamic, narrative and experiential approaches, including brainspotting, mindfulness, and expressive arts.
My focus is building a trusting relationship to support reducing stress and anxiety, rediscovering your inner resilience and joy, and healing unresolved pain from the past so that you can live more fully and healthy in the present. Through a collaborative process, my goal is to help you to cope with and recover from the challenges you face, to heal from unresolved tension, trauma, or loss, and to experience your world and relationships with joy, fulfillment, and intention. I also provide clinical supervision for post-graduate counselors seeking licensure.
Ashley Waddell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23228 (Online Only)
Using integrative modalities such as EMDR, yoga, mindfulness, somatic healing, play, and expressive arts, I create a nurturing space for clients to process emotions, explore the inner self, and heal at their own pace.
Are you a highly ambitious professional Black woman or woman of color struggling with anxiety stemming from childhood trauma? Imagine regaining control over your emotions by becoming in tune with your mind, body, and spirit. During our time together we will accomplish just that as we reprocess past traumas, and create new thought patterns, leading to healthier interactions in all areas of your life. Stepping into therapy can be daunting, but with each session, you'll transform, becoming more empowered and ready to live the life you deserve now and in the future.
Using integrative modalities such as EMDR, yoga, mindfulness, somatic healing, play, and expressive arts, I create a nurturing space for clients to process emotions, explore the inner self, and heal at their own pace.
Are you a highly ambitious professional Black woman or woman of color struggling with anxiety stemming from childhood trauma? Imagine regaining control over your emotions by becoming in tune with your mind, body, and spirit. During our time together we will accomplish just that as we reprocess past traumas, and create new thought patterns, leading to healthier interactions in all areas of your life. Stepping into therapy can be daunting, but with each session, you'll transform, becoming more empowered and ready to live the life you deserve now and in the future.
Lori Brown Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23227 (Online Only)
I am a former music therapist and implement expressive arts therapy into my practice when applicable.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! The world is a complex place, especially in these ever-changing times. Dealing with adversity can be challenging and stressful. I will work with you to develop a trusting relationship, with the focus to work together to better understand and resolve the conflicts that hinder you from living a fulfilling life.
I am a former music therapist and implement expressive arts therapy into my practice when applicable.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! The world is a complex place, especially in these ever-changing times. Dealing with adversity can be challenging and stressful. I will work with you to develop a trusting relationship, with the focus to work together to better understand and resolve the conflicts that hinder you from living a fulfilling life.
Angela D Petry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220
Angela Petry is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC),Trauma and EMDR trained and a certified Play Therapist who works with children as young as 4-years-old emphasizing Expressive Arts and Play Therapy techniques. Additionally, she works with all age groups, adolescents and adults, with emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral approach. These issues include depression, anxiety, grief, impulse control, parenting issues, domestic violence, and PTSD. Mrs. Petry is a mental health professional with many years experience in the Human Services field working with diverse populations.
Angela Petry is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC),Trauma and EMDR trained and a certified Play Therapist who works with children as young as 4-years-old emphasizing Expressive Arts and Play Therapy techniques. Additionally, she works with all age groups, adolescents and adults, with emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral approach. These issues include depression, anxiety, grief, impulse control, parenting issues, domestic violence, and PTSD. Mrs. Petry is a mental health professional with many years experience in the Human Services field working with diverse populations.
Marlene Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CHHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23060
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Integrative Nutrition Methods, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and Expressive Arts, to bring about long standing changes.
Are you a woman struggling with health issues, chronic pain, trauma, anxiety or depression? Perhaps you can't remember the last time you felt good emotionally or physically. Maybe you are a woman who lacks the motivation to incorporate self care into your life which has left you feeling trapped in your own personal discomfort. No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, there is a solution. I believe that all women deserve to be vibrant, happy, strong and live a life of abundant health. Psychotherapy, proper nutrition, and lifestyle management can reverse or prevent disease and improve your mood drastically.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Integrative Nutrition Methods, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and Expressive Arts, to bring about long standing changes.
Are you a woman struggling with health issues, chronic pain, trauma, anxiety or depression? Perhaps you can't remember the last time you felt good emotionally or physically. Maybe you are a woman who lacks the motivation to incorporate self care into your life which has left you feeling trapped in your own personal discomfort. No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, there is a solution. I believe that all women deserve to be vibrant, happy, strong and live a life of abundant health. Psychotherapy, proper nutrition, and lifestyle management can reverse or prevent disease and improve your mood drastically.
Anna Morgan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
I pull from a variety of treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), person-centered, strengths-based, expressive arts, and mindfulness practices.
Whether you are looking for help with a specific challenge or are simply seeking someone to talk to and work through uncertain emotions or experiences, I am happy to offer support and guidance. I work with children ages 10 and up as well as adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, difficulties with relationships and communication, eating disorders, body image issues, and LGBTQ+ issues. I have an eclectic approach to therapy and am trained to be a Youth Mental Health Specialist.
I pull from a variety of treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), person-centered, strengths-based, expressive arts, and mindfulness practices.
Whether you are looking for help with a specific challenge or are simply seeking someone to talk to and work through uncertain emotions or experiences, I am happy to offer support and guidance. I work with children ages 10 and up as well as adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, difficulties with relationships and communication, eating disorders, body image issues, and LGBTQ+ issues. I have an eclectic approach to therapy and am trained to be a Youth Mental Health Specialist.
Kimberly A Hines
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
As a Registered Play Therapist, I incorporate sandtray therapy, expressive arts, bibliotherapy, narrative and Filial therapies into my practice.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. I consider therapy to be my life's work and find it an honor to be entrusted with being a vessel for others each day. I have vast experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. I specialize in working with issues related to adoption, foster care, sexual abuse, complex trauma, PTSD, attachment, depression, anxiety as well as grief and loss. I am passionate and committed to my work with children, adolescents and their families.
As a Registered Play Therapist, I incorporate sandtray therapy, expressive arts, bibliotherapy, narrative and Filial therapies into my practice.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. I consider therapy to be my life's work and find it an honor to be entrusted with being a vessel for others each day. I have vast experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. I specialize in working with issues related to adoption, foster care, sexual abuse, complex trauma, PTSD, attachment, depression, anxiety as well as grief and loss. I am passionate and committed to my work with children, adolescents and their families.
Bobby Salazar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTS
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
I specialize in treating individuals who have experienced trauma by utilizing an integrative approach that includes Expressive Arts, Sand Tray, and Play Therapy.
I am committed to helping individuals find the strength within themselves and to share that with those most important to them. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, I always seek to assist you in finding the most effective way to help you achieve your goals and live a happier life. My orientation is interpersonal, psychodynamic and emotionally focused. I am very active in the therapy.
I specialize in treating individuals who have experienced trauma by utilizing an integrative approach that includes Expressive Arts, Sand Tray, and Play Therapy.
I am committed to helping individuals find the strength within themselves and to share that with those most important to them. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, I always seek to assist you in finding the most effective way to help you achieve your goals and live a happier life. My orientation is interpersonal, psychodynamic and emotionally focused. I am very active in the therapy.
Shawn Pham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23284 (Online Only)
My therapeutic style utilizes expressive arts therapy with DBT, CBT, and beyond.
Many times we navigate through the world feeling lost, alone, and even scared. We may tell ourselves that "nobody understands me," "nobody loves me," or "people have it much worst than I do, so why do I deserve to be kind to myself." Many of us tell ourselves some sort of variation of these things from time to time. Some of us may tell ourselves these statements on the daily basis. Come join me as we explore your relationship with yourself as well as your relationship with others.
My therapeutic style utilizes expressive arts therapy with DBT, CBT, and beyond.
Many times we navigate through the world feeling lost, alone, and even scared. We may tell ourselves that "nobody understands me," "nobody loves me," or "people have it much worst than I do, so why do I deserve to be kind to myself." Many of us tell ourselves some sort of variation of these things from time to time. Some of us may tell ourselves these statements on the daily basis. Come join me as we explore your relationship with yourself as well as your relationship with others.
Taylor Dahl - Universal Mental Health Services LLC
Resident in Counseling, MS
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, couples, parents, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with ADHD, depression and anxiety, parenting skills, sexuality and gender expression, and relationship skill building.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, couples, parents, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with ADHD, depression and anxiety, parenting skills, sexuality and gender expression, and relationship skill building.
Catherine D Merchut-Kruger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ashland, VA 23005
Hello there! I just wanted to start out by saying how courageous you are for taking the step towards growth in your mental health. Please call me "Cathy" and I wanted you to know that I take your journey very seriously. I provide a safe space where collaborative, empathetic and most importantly, person-centered space is available to you.
Hello there! I just wanted to start out by saying how courageous you are for taking the step towards growth in your mental health. Please call me "Cathy" and I wanted you to know that I take your journey very seriously. I provide a safe space where collaborative, empathetic and most importantly, person-centered space is available to you.
Alexandra Coletta
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashland, VA 23005
Life tends to throw us curve balls. With all of our energy spent juggling obligations, responsibilities, and managing daily stresses, it's easy to wake up one day and realize that you just feel "stuck." Making the decision to begin therapy can be difficult, but it's the first step towards regaining control of your life. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, experiencing relationship difficulties, or just want a different perspective on whatever is holding you back, I'm here to help you navigate and overcome these challenges. Every person's situation is unique. I do not treat the therapeutic process as "one-size-fits all."
Life tends to throw us curve balls. With all of our energy spent juggling obligations, responsibilities, and managing daily stresses, it's easy to wake up one day and realize that you just feel "stuck." Making the decision to begin therapy can be difficult, but it's the first step towards regaining control of your life. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, experiencing relationship difficulties, or just want a different perspective on whatever is holding you back, I'm here to help you navigate and overcome these challenges. Every person's situation is unique. I do not treat the therapeutic process as "one-size-fits all."
Yvonne Fall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ashland, VA 23005
You have a vision for your life, and despite your best efforts it hasn't yet materialized. You may want more fulfilling relationships, to feel worthy, to feel calmer in your mind and emotions, to focus more on the positive aspects of your life or to make decisions more easily. You may find that long ago or recent experiences continue to bother you even though you think they shouldn't. Maybe you didn't receive the care you needed growing up, were sexually assaulted, experienced medical trauma, or have experienced a loss. You want to heal, grow, and thrive. You may be worried it won't help and you are ready to try therapy.
You have a vision for your life, and despite your best efforts it hasn't yet materialized. You may want more fulfilling relationships, to feel worthy, to feel calmer in your mind and emotions, to focus more on the positive aspects of your life or to make decisions more easily. You may find that long ago or recent experiences continue to bother you even though you think they shouldn't. Maybe you didn't receive the care you needed growing up, were sexually assaulted, experienced medical trauma, or have experienced a loss. You want to heal, grow, and thrive. You may be worried it won't help and you are ready to try therapy.
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Expressive Arts Therapists
What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.