Art Therapy in Carlsbad, CA
I utilize evidence-based, strengths-based, trauma-informed, harm-reduction, attachment theory framework to introduce narrative therapy, CBT, DBT, meditation, mindfulness, and art techniques.
I am a proud first-generation Latina graduate of California State University, Long Beach. Through my educational training and professional experiences, I cultivated a strong background supporting Spanish & English-speaking adults (18+) facing life challenges and transitions. This includes but is not limited to dating/interpersonal relationship challenges, dating violence, trauma, abuse/neglect, stressful life transitions, adjustments, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, & PTSD. I am passionate about collaboration, human connection, and holding space for healing in supporting you to cultivate positive change in your life.
I utilize evidence-based, strengths-based, trauma-informed, harm-reduction, attachment theory framework to introduce narrative therapy, CBT, DBT, meditation, mindfulness, and art techniques.
I am a proud first-generation Latina graduate of California State University, Long Beach. Through my educational training and professional experiences, I cultivated a strong background supporting Spanish & English-speaking adults (18+) facing life challenges and transitions. This includes but is not limited to dating/interpersonal relationship challenges, dating violence, trauma, abuse/neglect, stressful life transitions, adjustments, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, & PTSD. I am passionate about collaboration, human connection, and holding space for healing in supporting you to cultivate positive change in your life.
Trish Eileen Vernazza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I am an Art Therapist Ambassador, California Marriage Family Therapy Association Media Representation and member of North County African American Women's association.
Trish Vernazza, M.A. is an experienced, caring professional who can assist you in achieving a fully integrated life by focusing on your strengths and potential. Achieving a healthy and positive balance in our lives is the key to understanding our own mental, emotional, spiritual, physical health along with personal relationships. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, confidential environment while assisting you to experience, identify and understand the personal barriers which are getting in your way. Working with many clients of many ethnic and culture backgrounds and alternative lifestyles I provide a environment that helps develop personal insight.
I am an Art Therapist Ambassador, California Marriage Family Therapy Association Media Representation and member of North County African American Women's association.
Trish Vernazza, M.A. is an experienced, caring professional who can assist you in achieving a fully integrated life by focusing on your strengths and potential. Achieving a healthy and positive balance in our lives is the key to understanding our own mental, emotional, spiritual, physical health along with personal relationships. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, confidential environment while assisting you to experience, identify and understand the personal barriers which are getting in your way. Working with many clients of many ethnic and culture backgrounds and alternative lifestyles I provide a environment that helps develop personal insight.
Sufi Farkhan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Online Only)
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
Art Therapy is a specialty of mine that some clients find helpful.
Are you (or is your child) overwhelmed and struggling to manage your emotions or life right now ? For over 25 years, I have been helping adults, children and families face and deal with life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, divorce and co-parenting, family conflict, and communication. You may be facing a new phase of life or having mild symptoms, or maybe you are dealing with a long-term and more complicated situation in which you are feeling stuck and helpless. Either way, I can give you the tools and provide the space for you to begin working towards a happier and more satisfying life.
Art Therapy is a specialty of mine that some clients find helpful.
Are you (or is your child) overwhelmed and struggling to manage your emotions or life right now ? For over 25 years, I have been helping adults, children and families face and deal with life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, divorce and co-parenting, family conflict, and communication. You may be facing a new phase of life or having mild symptoms, or maybe you are dealing with a long-term and more complicated situation in which you are feeling stuck and helpless. Either way, I can give you the tools and provide the space for you to begin working towards a happier and more satisfying life.
My treatment style includes a mix of play, art, music, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and relational therapy.
Asking for help is one of the most difficult things to do for yourself or your child. You've taken the first step, so let us help you with the next. My goal is to provide a safe space and build strong therapeutic alliances with all of my clients. I promise to make each treatment plan unique to you in order to fully capture your individual needs and facilitate lasting change. My therapy dog, Bowlby, may greet you at the door and is present to provide comfort and cuddles.
My treatment style includes a mix of play, art, music, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and relational therapy.
Asking for help is one of the most difficult things to do for yourself or your child. You've taken the first step, so let us help you with the next. My goal is to provide a safe space and build strong therapeutic alliances with all of my clients. I promise to make each treatment plan unique to you in order to fully capture your individual needs and facilitate lasting change. My therapy dog, Bowlby, may greet you at the door and is present to provide comfort and cuddles.
Emily Wilson-Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Our sessions together will involve play, art and creative expression, and finding ways to name and hold a variety of emotions so that they can be honored without overwhelming your child or adolescent.
Seeking out support for yourself or for your child is a courageous act, and one that is full of hope. Childhood and parenting can be tremendously challenging, and you do not need to figure out all of the pieces alone. I would be honored to work alongside you, providing a safe environment to share your story, gently face and move through challenges, and develop solutions that will bring you and your child relief and allow you both to thrive.
Our sessions together will involve play, art and creative expression, and finding ways to name and hold a variety of emotions so that they can be honored without overwhelming your child or adolescent.
Seeking out support for yourself or for your child is a courageous act, and one that is full of hope. Childhood and parenting can be tremendously challenging, and you do not need to figure out all of the pieces alone. I would be honored to work alongside you, providing a safe environment to share your story, gently face and move through challenges, and develop solutions that will bring you and your child relief and allow you both to thrive.
Tami Earnhart - Art Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92009
I guide clients, using art therapy, to share their stories and feel more empowered through creative expression.
You’re worried about your child. You wonder if they need therapy and it’s weighing on you. You’ve tried talking to them, reasoning why their fear doesn’t make sense, but it never seems to make a difference. I help anxious kids & worried parents feel safe and at ease. I get that you just want your child to feel more carefree and express themselves more confidently. Today, you’re searching for a child therapist because you know if you don’t get help, nothing is going to change for your child. And something has got to change. I understand.
I guide clients, using art therapy, to share their stories and feel more empowered through creative expression.
You’re worried about your child. You wonder if they need therapy and it’s weighing on you. You’ve tried talking to them, reasoning why their fear doesn’t make sense, but it never seems to make a difference. I help anxious kids & worried parents feel safe and at ease. I get that you just want your child to feel more carefree and express themselves more confidently. Today, you’re searching for a child therapist because you know if you don’t get help, nothing is going to change for your child. And something has got to change. I understand.
Accepting New Children And Teen Clients!
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Also, I am a certified Play Therapist and Art Therapist.
I am a psychotherapist at Mindbodyology: Integrative Mental Health & Wellness. My therapeutic style is highly whole person-centered; I endorse a holistic strengths-based approach to therapy, and specialize in working with children, teenagers and families. I encourage creativity, authenticity, humor and lightheartedness to create a welcoming space for self-exploration and growth for all of my clients, of all ages (5 to 65) ! Additionally, I am certified in Play Therapy and Art Therapy, and specialized in trauma informed therapies for children and teens. I customize my treatment approach to align with each client’s unique needs.
Also, I am a certified Play Therapist and Art Therapist.
I am a psychotherapist at Mindbodyology: Integrative Mental Health & Wellness. My therapeutic style is highly whole person-centered; I endorse a holistic strengths-based approach to therapy, and specialize in working with children, teenagers and families. I encourage creativity, authenticity, humor and lightheartedness to create a welcoming space for self-exploration and growth for all of my clients, of all ages (5 to 65) ! Additionally, I am certified in Play Therapy and Art Therapy, and specialized in trauma informed therapies for children and teens. I customize my treatment approach to align with each client’s unique needs.
Jennifer York
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CBT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92009 (Online Only)
I love learning and have extensive education, training and experience: Licensed Psychotherapist since 2004, Certified Bioenergetic Therapist - CBT, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner - SEP and Certified in Art Therapy.
"Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it." Rumi. I believe we build barriers as an attempt to protect ourselves from childhood and adult relational traumas however, these mind and body defenses are no longer necessary and block us from what we truly want in life; inadvertently causing more suffering than protection. The symptoms of these barriers manifest as depression, anxiety, addiction ,,, as well as physical illness.
I love learning and have extensive education, training and experience: Licensed Psychotherapist since 2004, Certified Bioenergetic Therapist - CBT, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner - SEP and Certified in Art Therapy.
"Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it." Rumi. I believe we build barriers as an attempt to protect ourselves from childhood and adult relational traumas however, these mind and body defenses are no longer necessary and block us from what we truly want in life; inadvertently causing more suffering than protection. The symptoms of these barriers manifest as depression, anxiety, addiction ,,, as well as physical illness.
Jacqui Boles
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BC-TMH, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
With a background in Art Therapy and continued training for certification in Sex Therapy, I utilize a humanistic, person-centered approach to collaboratively support in exploring topics ranging from sex to death and dying.
"You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf" -Jon Kabat Zinn- In a time where we are hit with continuous stimuli, the waves of change seem to be moving faster than ever. Whether struggling with your health, confronting a cancer diagnosis or facing new challenges associated with aging and your sexual identity or relationships, I provide a nonjudgemental space to find tools to cope. Video counseling gives us the opportunity for me to join you on your couch, which can create more comfort and ease in forming a trusting therapeutic relationship.
With a background in Art Therapy and continued training for certification in Sex Therapy, I utilize a humanistic, person-centered approach to collaboratively support in exploring topics ranging from sex to death and dying.
"You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf" -Jon Kabat Zinn- In a time where we are hit with continuous stimuli, the waves of change seem to be moving faster than ever. Whether struggling with your health, confronting a cancer diagnosis or facing new challenges associated with aging and your sexual identity or relationships, I provide a nonjudgemental space to find tools to cope. Video counseling gives us the opportunity for me to join you on your couch, which can create more comfort and ease in forming a trusting therapeutic relationship.
In my sessions, I like to utilize art, play, games, as well as various other techniques as we work together to accomplish your goals.
I’m glad to see you here! Taking this step to pursue the tools you need for a more fulfilling life is a brave choice, and it is my hope that I can provide you support for this journey. My approach to counseling focuses on collaboration so that we can explore your strengths, identify the skills you already possess, and develop additional supports to enhance your life and relationships. I particularly enjoy working with children, youth, and families as they seek to change dynamics and find healing.
In my sessions, I like to utilize art, play, games, as well as various other techniques as we work together to accomplish your goals.
I’m glad to see you here! Taking this step to pursue the tools you need for a more fulfilling life is a brave choice, and it is my hope that I can provide you support for this journey. My approach to counseling focuses on collaboration so that we can explore your strengths, identify the skills you already possess, and develop additional supports to enhance your life and relationships. I particularly enjoy working with children, youth, and families as they seek to change dynamics and find healing.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I am passionate about getting out of your head and connecting to your he art through an integration of sensory and creative interventions.
Life is meant to have hope. Going through hardships in life can weigh us down and get us trapped in a mental state that may feel confusing, burdensome, and painful. Pain and wounds from the past do not have to last forever. I approach therapy through an attachment theory perspective. I will work close alongside you with a restoration therapy process that supports one from the triggers of their pain cycle to identifying effective tools in self-regulation with peace. I prioritize creating a safe and nurturing environment to explore past hurts and learn new ways to face life with purpose and freedom.
I am passionate about getting out of your head and connecting to your he art through an integration of sensory and creative interventions.
Life is meant to have hope. Going through hardships in life can weigh us down and get us trapped in a mental state that may feel confusing, burdensome, and painful. Pain and wounds from the past do not have to last forever. I approach therapy through an attachment theory perspective. I will work close alongside you with a restoration therapy process that supports one from the triggers of their pain cycle to identifying effective tools in self-regulation with peace. I prioritize creating a safe and nurturing environment to explore past hurts and learn new ways to face life with purpose and freedom.
Hi, I am Kathyann Natalie Pierre, LMFT. It is my belief that our quality of life is directly related to the quality of relationships, ability to maintain relationships, life experiences, and knowledge we gain from our experiences. My use of different therapeutic approaches is based on the individual needs of my clients and on their unique circumstances.
Hi, I am Kathyann Natalie Pierre, LMFT. It is my belief that our quality of life is directly related to the quality of relationships, ability to maintain relationships, life experiences, and knowledge we gain from our experiences. My use of different therapeutic approaches is based on the individual needs of my clients and on their unique circumstances.
Kendra Claire Wilhelm
Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Do you struggle managing your emotions, dissatisfaction with your life, shame & guilt, anxiety or exhaustion? Are you overcome by difficult experiences from the past or loss? I am passionate about empowering teens and adults with emotional distress, self doubt, relationship issues or repeat patterns, who feel stressed, stuck & overwhelmed. I specialize in trauma and also help with anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, self-esteem, relationship issues, body image, mindfulness, inner child work, boundaries & sexuality. I will help you untangle the painful & frustrating areas of your life to make room for a life of joy and ease.
Do you struggle managing your emotions, dissatisfaction with your life, shame & guilt, anxiety or exhaustion? Are you overcome by difficult experiences from the past or loss? I am passionate about empowering teens and adults with emotional distress, self doubt, relationship issues or repeat patterns, who feel stressed, stuck & overwhelmed. I specialize in trauma and also help with anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, self-esteem, relationship issues, body image, mindfulness, inner child work, boundaries & sexuality. I will help you untangle the painful & frustrating areas of your life to make room for a life of joy and ease.
Jennifer Leigh Bernhoft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Online Only)
It is my belief that offering my clients a nonjudgemental, warm and safe platform is priority. I feel that safety with a clinician can facilitate comfortability, which lends to growth throughout the therapeutic process. I value building connections with my clients and offer an unconditional positive regard. I place initial focus on identification of contributing factors to symptoms and behaviors. Additional attention is placed on assimilation of healthy coping strategies and altering of maladaptive thoughts.
It is my belief that offering my clients a nonjudgemental, warm and safe platform is priority. I feel that safety with a clinician can facilitate comfortability, which lends to growth throughout the therapeutic process. I value building connections with my clients and offer an unconditional positive regard. I place initial focus on identification of contributing factors to symptoms and behaviors. Additional attention is placed on assimilation of healthy coping strategies and altering of maladaptive thoughts.
Paola Wilckens-Gjata
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Welcome! I began working with children, adults, and families over 34 years ago as a social worker and have been providing psychotherapy services in the North County since 2003. My unique approach to psychotherapy combines multiple styles and techniques both traditional and holistic that will help you balance your mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in the treatment of psychological/emotional trauma. Emotional trauma is the result of an extraordinary stressful event/s that voids you of your sense of self, safety, trust, well-being, and control. Trauma recovery is possible - st art your journey to healing today.
Welcome! I began working with children, adults, and families over 34 years ago as a social worker and have been providing psychotherapy services in the North County since 2003. My unique approach to psychotherapy combines multiple styles and techniques both traditional and holistic that will help you balance your mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in the treatment of psychological/emotional trauma. Emotional trauma is the result of an extraordinary stressful event/s that voids you of your sense of self, safety, trust, well-being, and control. Trauma recovery is possible - st art your journey to healing today.
Ariel C Klassen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma, addiction, anxiety and depression and have had the privilege of assisting varying ages from working at a residential treatment facility with adolescents to currently spending time at an intensive outpatient program for adults with substance abuse and mental health issues. Whether leading group therapy or in an individual session I value the importance of mental health and am committed to fostering growth in the lives I am a p art of.
I specialize in trauma, addiction, anxiety and depression and have had the privilege of assisting varying ages from working at a residential treatment facility with adolescents to currently spending time at an intensive outpatient program for adults with substance abuse and mental health issues. Whether leading group therapy or in an individual session I value the importance of mental health and am committed to fostering growth in the lives I am a p art of.
Janet K Bastien
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
My passion as a therapist is to help individuals, parents, and children explore their challenges, from either the present or past. When clients are self-motivated to apply methods and skills whether for themselves or their family, positive transformation will happen! If you want to learn positive parenting skills, teach children the value of self-esteem, or identify behaviors and maladapted attachments, all of this is talk-able and worthy of investing your time and energy. I am here to listen and help dissolve trauma from childhood or social-emotional experiences in order to regain a healthy and happy life!
My passion as a therapist is to help individuals, parents, and children explore their challenges, from either the present or past. When clients are self-motivated to apply methods and skills whether for themselves or their family, positive transformation will happen! If you want to learn positive parenting skills, teach children the value of self-esteem, or identify behaviors and maladapted attachments, all of this is talk-able and worthy of investing your time and energy. I am here to listen and help dissolve trauma from childhood or social-emotional experiences in order to regain a healthy and happy life!
My goal is to help my clients break free from pain and embark on a journey towards personal growth. I know how it feels to be stuck in pain, and I know how amazing and life changing it feels to find a way out. I believe that this process is what builds beautiful, strong resilient people. My mission is to guide individuals like you along this path of self-discovery and resilience-building. I believe that this journey involves two key steps. First, we must process and heal from past pain. Then we can embark on an exploration of creativity, nature, spirituality, connection and pursuing your personal values and passions.
My goal is to help my clients break free from pain and embark on a journey towards personal growth. I know how it feels to be stuck in pain, and I know how amazing and life changing it feels to find a way out. I believe that this process is what builds beautiful, strong resilient people. My mission is to guide individuals like you along this path of self-discovery and resilience-building. I believe that this journey involves two key steps. First, we must process and heal from past pain. Then we can embark on an exploration of creativity, nature, spirituality, connection and pursuing your personal values and passions.
Kristin Colton
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADCIII, CATCIII, RYT 250
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Kristin has been helping people in addiction recovery treatment since 1997 and has continued to find her work exciting and purposeful. She has expertise in all areas of substance use disorders as well as treating co-occurring disorders such as depression and anxiety. Kristin also works with individuals who struggle with eating disorders, sexual addiction, and other behavioral and process addictions. Kristin has studied Life Coaching as well as becoming certified in Yoga and Pranayama Breathwork and has found many evidence based and holistic practices to be extremely healing in her work as well as personal experience.
Kristin has been helping people in addiction recovery treatment since 1997 and has continued to find her work exciting and purposeful. She has expertise in all areas of substance use disorders as well as treating co-occurring disorders such as depression and anxiety. Kristin also works with individuals who struggle with eating disorders, sexual addiction, and other behavioral and process addictions. Kristin has studied Life Coaching as well as becoming certified in Yoga and Pranayama Breathwork and has found many evidence based and holistic practices to be extremely healing in her work as well as personal experience.
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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.