Art Therapy in Tucson, AZ

Hi! I am a Licensed Associate Counselor & I enjoy working with both teens and adults. I have a passion for older adolescents & transition-aged youth (16-26yrs). I will meet you where you are, from a warm & nonjudgmental place. I approach counseling from a person-centered, strengths-based & identity-affirming approach. I believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, heard & empowered to live in joy as their authentic selves. I consider empathy, validation & humor as the key to building a strong therapeutic alliance. "If a person is understood, he or she (or they) belongs." -Carl Rogers

Depression, Music, and Arts Emphasis - I hope you're doing alright today. Okay, I AM a licensed therapist, and I've worked with people who struggle with all kinds of mood, substance, and relationship issues. That said, I think lo-fi chill mixes and animes like Spirited Away and Neon Genesis Evangelion have been some of the most helpful comforts for many people the last few years. We all need supports and something to do, and we need to feel okay when when we're alone. I was a recording engineer, musician, and videographer before I became a therapist, and I like to help people find their own voice and center.

I believe that life, like art, is a masterpiece in progress. It may take a few accidents to discover the hidden essence of the picture – and beauty can emerge from error. My work in human services began over 35 years ago. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a certified Transactional Analysis Practitioner (TAP), EMDR Trained, CAPACITAR Practitioner and Trainer, and a Trainer in Sex Trafficking Research through ASU. I worked with homeless young adults for 11 years and with survivors of trauma for 15 years. I accept client ages 16+.

Art Therapy is a therapeutic technique which allows you to explore various issues through art-making that can sometimes be difficult to express through traditional talk therapy. ​ The process of creating art can foster healing, increase self-awareness, and provide personal empowerment. Art Therapy is a unique form of therapy that allows you to take an active and creative role in the treatment process. ​ No previous art experience is needed, as you don’t have to be good at art to benefit from art therapy. The focus is on the process of creating the art rather than the final image.

My primary focus is emotional health and well-being by utilizing the Whole Person Concept. This enables clients to make great stride in personal transformation and gains in self-esteem, improvement in the quality of their life at work, in intimate relationships and with family, friends and overcome social anxiety. By utilizing the bio-psycho-social-spiritual approach and traditional cognitive behavioral therapy in helping to reframe the presenting problem, we discover new possibilities to cope with life stressors. This process may include Jungian psychology, dream analysis, creative visualization, mindfulness meditation and Art.

The mind can be a beautiful yet intricately tangled realm. It is my passion to help clients unravel their core thoughts and emotions impacting their day to day lives. Whether it is delving into the stressors of work and school, strengthening relationships with loved ones and peers, or simply finding one's strengths and goals for their own happiness. I also co-facilitate two therapy groups. Saturdays at 10am we host a teenage girls group (ages 14 to 17) and on Thursdays at 5:30 we are building a client list to start a tween girls art therapy group (ages 10-13).

Are you looking to overcome anxiety, boost self-esteem, and find the motivation to thrive each day? Facing the difficulties of life can be incredibly challenging, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Sometimes, having a supportive and understanding companion can make all the difference. If you feel like you're stuck in old patterns, beliefs, or persistent obstacles, it's time to seek a path towards healing and happiness. I'm here to empower you on your unique healing journey by removing barriers that hinder your joy and well-being.

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 provide a therapeutic client-centered approach to assisting my clients work towards their goals. I utilize CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing), Solution Focused, Family Systems, Structural Family Therapy, Art therapy techniques, Play therapy. I am trained in Trauma Informed Care and utilize approach in my practice. I have history of working with children, youth and families. I am honored to have worked alongside my clients as they have traveled down their own personal roads towards wellness.

Therapy is a process that brings about significant changes and personal growth and I am often amazed at the courage and motivation my clients display. I am honored to be a part of this process with you. I have been a practicing therapist in Tucson for the past 25 years. I enjoy working with a variety of age groups from young children to adults and provide individual as well as family therapy. Specialties include Play Therapy, Trauma and PTSD, Somatic Experiencing and Somatic Touch, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, ADHD, Grief, Life Transitions, and Parenting.

I provide child therapy services that are tailored to the specific needs of your child with a minimum age of 3 years old. Therapy with children can look quite differently from adult therapy, since kids are usually not able to put words to their feelings in the same way adults do. Kids will usually engage in play and creative activities such as art work and sandplay. Therapy is more focused on the right-brain rather than logic and reasoning by giving the space for your child to engage in creative activities. As parents you play a vital role in your child's life and I can help you with additional parenting ideas that may help.

Together let’s set some goals around how you can live creatively. Discover more of your potential and open yourself to the artist’s way of determining success. Individual 50 minute sessions focus on connecting you to your creative spirit. I have over 15 years experience working in hospitals, private practice and community settings bringing about everyday creativity when you need it most. I promise to be there for you in your creative journey. My goal is to help you grow from your challenges, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.

I have a commitment to work that furthers the growth and wholeness of individuals and facilitates individuals and families in identifying strengths and increasing levels of functioning. I treat adults, children, and families and I prefer to involve parents when treating their children.

If you are anxious, stressed out, or stuck in the legacy of trauma, I'm committed to helping you experience some peace of mind. I will introduce you to concrete tools for managing your distress so that you can finally get some relief and enjoy the time you have on this planet.

Problematic symptoms and behaviors are often rooted in unresolved traumas, stemming back as far as childhood, infancy and even in utero. By understanding the link between the past and the impact it has on living your true potential today, therapy can provide the space to process through these events, ultimately leading to healing, understanding and reintegrating your identity. Using talk, play and art to dive deeper into the unknown, towards a brighter future for you and your family.

I am currently offering supervision and training to therapists, coaches, and other professionals looking to enhance their ability to work creatively with healing arts, combining ancient wisdom with state of the art contemporary techniques, as well as technology. I draw from EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Shamanic Healing, Tantra, energy healing, ancestral lineage healing, meditation, yoga, ayurveda, dance and movement, and visual art. I work with individuals and couples who are looking for support in truly leveling up, and are done with the old paradigm. I would be honored to hold you accountable to your potential.

For 21 years I have been working with children, families, adolescents, and adults experiencing challenges being the best version of themselves, achieving their goals, and living out their values as effectively as they desire. I began my career assisting those experiencing a mental health crisis, then focused on working with families using play and sand tray therapies, cognitive behavioral techniques, art therapy, and Theraplay. I added addiction recovery maintenance due to the numerous families affected by substance and behavioral addictions with Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Many children struggle with the pressures of our modern world. Through therapy, a struggling child can be provided with the skills and tools to reach their greatest potential. I believe that each child has individual needs, therefore a personalized evaluation helps tailor a treatment plan that focuses on his or her strengths. My goal is always to assist the child in gaining the tools necessary to be successful.

As the owner and a licensed therapist at Tranquility Counseling, LLC, I understand the importance of finding peace within oneself. My therapy practice focuses on child-wellness therapy, as well as individual, family, and couples therapy for adults. As your professional therapist, I am a sensitive, empathetic, and nurturing person. I will walk alongside you on this journey of self-discovery and exploration. I am guided by a strength-based approach to helping you reach your individualized therapeutic goals. My practice will provide a tranquil, calm, healing environment, and a safe space in which to heal.