Therapists in 46032
Are you looking for a unique approach to therapy that incorporates cutting edge, expressive arts therapy methods to help you make meaningful changes in your life? Would you like to use music, movement, breath, and the arts to enhance your wellbeing? I specialize in serving clients with mental health and wellness needs including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, PTSD, life transitions, career, stress, and relationship issues. For clients looking for a creative, expressive, embodied approach to wellness, learn how my integrative music psychotherapy and counseling services can help you reach your goals!
Are you looking for a unique approach to therapy that incorporates cutting edge, expressive arts therapy methods to help you make meaningful changes in your life? Would you like to use music, movement, breath, and the arts to enhance your wellbeing? I specialize in serving clients with mental health and wellness needs including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, PTSD, life transitions, career, stress, and relationship issues. For clients looking for a creative, expressive, embodied approach to wellness, learn how my integrative music psychotherapy and counseling services can help you reach your goals!
Joan Schneider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
This is a big step in seeking a therapist, a step closer to peace of mind and healing your heart. Listening, being heard, witnessing, and validating your story are invaluable to your recovery. I am skilled in the area of addictions and have worked with adults and Seniors who have been physically, sexually, spiritually, verbally, or emotionally abused. I have worked with people with chronic or terminal illnesses, and surviving a loss, grief, and bereavement. I will help you learn about compassion for yourself and help you restore your integrity and self-esteem. This can be a transformation, helping you become who you want to be!
This is a big step in seeking a therapist, a step closer to peace of mind and healing your heart. Listening, being heard, witnessing, and validating your story are invaluable to your recovery. I am skilled in the area of addictions and have worked with adults and Seniors who have been physically, sexually, spiritually, verbally, or emotionally abused. I have worked with people with chronic or terminal illnesses, and surviving a loss, grief, and bereavement. I will help you learn about compassion for yourself and help you restore your integrity and self-esteem. This can be a transformation, helping you become who you want to be!
How long have you been hearing the call to a different way of being with yourself and the world? It might just be the quiet whispering of your heart urging you to something more. Or perhaps the whole universe is shouting that something has got to change, you can’t keep living like this. Avoiding our fear of change can keep us stuck. But your capacity to heal is only limited by your beliefs about what is possible. Genuinely transformational work is ultimately a mix of intentional effort and surprising playfulness. It’s about engaging your inner life in new and creative ways in the safe space of a trusted relationship.
How long have you been hearing the call to a different way of being with yourself and the world? It might just be the quiet whispering of your heart urging you to something more. Or perhaps the whole universe is shouting that something has got to change, you can’t keep living like this. Avoiding our fear of change can keep us stuck. But your capacity to heal is only limited by your beliefs about what is possible. Genuinely transformational work is ultimately a mix of intentional effort and surprising playfulness. It’s about engaging your inner life in new and creative ways in the safe space of a trusted relationship.
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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.