Art Therapy in El Paso County, CO
Susan Marie Jacobsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Henry's He art Art Therapy is located within an arts community which is rich with opportunity to embrace the arts in many forms.
I am an experienced Art Therapist, artist, wife and mother. I experienced that loss of my oldest son at birth due to HELLP Syndrome in 2003. I understand this type of grief both personally and professionally. I also understand the issues that arise when you also struggle with fertility issues following a loss. Becoming pregnant in the midst of these issues requires a mindfulness practice to stay in the present while paying attention to the past and being hopeful for the future. I work from a creative arts-based practice that focuses on your strengths.
Henry's He art Art Therapy is located within an arts community which is rich with opportunity to embrace the arts in many forms.
I am an experienced Art Therapist, artist, wife and mother. I experienced that loss of my oldest son at birth due to HELLP Syndrome in 2003. I understand this type of grief both personally and professionally. I also understand the issues that arise when you also struggle with fertility issues following a loss. Becoming pregnant in the midst of these issues requires a mindfulness practice to stay in the present while paying attention to the past and being hopeful for the future. I work from a creative arts-based practice that focuses on your strengths.
Colleen Froehlich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
The space I share with clients is sacred to me and I would love to st art by meeting you right where you are.
I work with adults in the Colorado Springs and surrounding area and specialize in Internal Family Systems therapy and art therapy. As a level 2 IFS Institute trained therapist, I am passionate about seeing people live life more wholeheartedly. Often, the parts of ourselves we fear or feel ashamed of mark places in our lives where we’ve made sacrifices and hard choices to protect ourselves when there were no better options. You deserve a life of wholeness where every p art of you is loved. You may be surprised to experience the life-giving qualities and inner wisdom that’s always been inside of you underneath the burdens you carry.
The space I share with clients is sacred to me and I would love to st art by meeting you right where you are.
I work with adults in the Colorado Springs and surrounding area and specialize in Internal Family Systems therapy and art therapy. As a level 2 IFS Institute trained therapist, I am passionate about seeing people live life more wholeheartedly. Often, the parts of ourselves we fear or feel ashamed of mark places in our lives where we’ve made sacrifices and hard choices to protect ourselves when there were no better options. You deserve a life of wholeness where every p art of you is loved. You may be surprised to experience the life-giving qualities and inner wisdom that’s always been inside of you underneath the burdens you carry.
Tiffany Nerguizian
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80925 (Online Only)
My training includes certification in Cognitive Behavioral/ Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Family Trauma Certification, and training in art and play therapy.
Are you ready to feel and function better? Feel in control of your emotions and take better care of yourself. It's time to heal. There is hope as you begin your journey to wellness.. Let's explore a personal plan for healing in a calm and trusting manner. I work with families, adults and adolescents to help heal from anxiety, depression and trauma. Formerly, I was the USAA counselor for Colorado, where I had the joy of working with military families.
My training includes certification in Cognitive Behavioral/ Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Family Trauma Certification, and training in art and play therapy.
Are you ready to feel and function better? Feel in control of your emotions and take better care of yourself. It's time to heal. There is hope as you begin your journey to wellness.. Let's explore a personal plan for healing in a calm and trusting manner. I work with families, adults and adolescents to help heal from anxiety, depression and trauma. Formerly, I was the USAA counselor for Colorado, where I had the joy of working with military families.
A Sparrow's Way Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Over the course of my career which spans 20 years, I have been trained in a range of modalities including Rapid Resolution Therapy, Art therapy, Play Therapy, EMDR, TF-CBT, and a somatic approach to the treatment of trauma.
When people experience trauma, severe life stressors, or even experience change of any kind, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My passion and greatest gift is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience. I help my clients, children, adults, and families, including the very young (ages 2-5), find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as restored, complete, whole, and safe.
Over the course of my career which spans 20 years, I have been trained in a range of modalities including Rapid Resolution Therapy, Art therapy, Play Therapy, EMDR, TF-CBT, and a somatic approach to the treatment of trauma.
When people experience trauma, severe life stressors, or even experience change of any kind, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My passion and greatest gift is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience. I help my clients, children, adults, and families, including the very young (ages 2-5), find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as restored, complete, whole, and safe.
Mary Emily Butt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! Are you feeling disconnected from your truest self? Does your relationship with food or your body feel strained? Are you grappling with establishing meaning after difficult experiences? I specialize in helping individuals experiencing eating disorders, depression, life changes, religious trauma, or body image issues. Together, we can work on managing challenging emotions, improving your relationship with food, or cultivating a stronger sense of purpose and self. My adaptable approach might involve art therapy, writing, embodiment exercises, and outdoor activities during sessions.
Hello! Are you feeling disconnected from your truest self? Does your relationship with food or your body feel strained? Are you grappling with establishing meaning after difficult experiences? I specialize in helping individuals experiencing eating disorders, depression, life changes, religious trauma, or body image issues. Together, we can work on managing challenging emotions, improving your relationship with food, or cultivating a stronger sense of purpose and self. My adaptable approach might involve art therapy, writing, embodiment exercises, and outdoor activities during sessions.
Julia Baruffi
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Beginning your therapeutic journey is a vulnerable and courageous act. As a compassionate therapist, I am here to help you navigate life's challenges and creating lasting change. With a blended approach, I integrate various therapeutic modalities to foster healing and personal growth including Internal Family Systems and a Person Centered approach as well as elements of Art and Play Therapy.
Beginning your therapeutic journey is a vulnerable and courageous act. As a compassionate therapist, I am here to help you navigate life's challenges and creating lasting change. With a blended approach, I integrate various therapeutic modalities to foster healing and personal growth including Internal Family Systems and a Person Centered approach as well as elements of Art and Play Therapy.
Mallory Jefferson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80904 (Online Only)
I work with a holistic lens to integrate the most recent neurological research with nature, mindfulness, art and movement to help my clients uncover their inherent joy. I primarily support folks who are on their journeys of recovering from trauma, depression, and/or anxiety. I am inspired by working with the organic creativity and curiosity that arises from simply being in supportive relationship in order to help my clients recover their deep wellspring of motivation and health.
I work with a holistic lens to integrate the most recent neurological research with nature, mindfulness, art and movement to help my clients uncover their inherent joy. I primarily support folks who are on their journeys of recovering from trauma, depression, and/or anxiety. I am inspired by working with the organic creativity and curiosity that arises from simply being in supportive relationship in order to help my clients recover their deep wellspring of motivation and health.
Nicole Pomroy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
As an art therapist and sex therapist in training, I see our work together as sacred, deeply rooted in trust and respect. The therapy I offer is creative arts-based, person-centered, trauma-informed, feminist-relational, and sex-positive. My role as a therapist is not to provide you with answers, rather, I will walk alongside you as you carve your path of healing, explore your truths, and deepen your relationship with self and others. I strive to provide a safe space for you to process and to just be yourself on this road you are traveling.
As an art therapist and sex therapist in training, I see our work together as sacred, deeply rooted in trust and respect. The therapy I offer is creative arts-based, person-centered, trauma-informed, feminist-relational, and sex-positive. My role as a therapist is not to provide you with answers, rather, I will walk alongside you as you carve your path of healing, explore your truths, and deepen your relationship with self and others. I strive to provide a safe space for you to process and to just be yourself on this road you are traveling.
Grace Meissner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LIMHP, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Waitlist for new clients
I use techniques from play therapy, sand tray therapy, art therapy, and more.
Not everything that weighs you down is yours to carry. You have been carrying around your burdens for a long time with no end in sight. You feel tired, worn out, hopeless. You might wonder if things can ever get better. I believe that they can. I believe that counseling can give you the tools to manage the stresses of life. You might be weighed down by fear, sadness, grief, loss, or the past. Together, we can make these things just a little bit easier to manage and help you move toward the life you want.
I use techniques from play therapy, sand tray therapy, art therapy, and more.
Not everything that weighs you down is yours to carry. You have been carrying around your burdens for a long time with no end in sight. You feel tired, worn out, hopeless. You might wonder if things can ever get better. I believe that they can. I believe that counseling can give you the tools to manage the stresses of life. You might be weighed down by fear, sadness, grief, loss, or the past. Together, we can make these things just a little bit easier to manage and help you move toward the life you want.
Andrea Pacheco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I utilize the following forms of therapy to assist in working through the harsh impacts trauma can have; EMDR, Art Therapy, Emotional Freedom Therapy, Psychedelic Therapy, Biofeedback, and more that are used in conjunction.
I have always had a genuine interest in the uniqueness and well-being of others. I believe that we can all grow from the situations we have experienced. Whether that experience be divorce, abuse, addiction, or trauma of some sort. Our brains & bodies have a way of healing themselves through processing. Certain experiences can cause us to feel alone, anxious, sad, depressed, unmotivated, angry, violated, exposed, and at times emotionally unstable. Here in therapy I walk the journey with you as we work through emotions, gain insight, and create more beneficial perspectives. I provide a space of safety, understanding, and compassion.
I utilize the following forms of therapy to assist in working through the harsh impacts trauma can have; EMDR, Art Therapy, Emotional Freedom Therapy, Psychedelic Therapy, Biofeedback, and more that are used in conjunction.
I have always had a genuine interest in the uniqueness and well-being of others. I believe that we can all grow from the situations we have experienced. Whether that experience be divorce, abuse, addiction, or trauma of some sort. Our brains & bodies have a way of healing themselves through processing. Certain experiences can cause us to feel alone, anxious, sad, depressed, unmotivated, angry, violated, exposed, and at times emotionally unstable. Here in therapy I walk the journey with you as we work through emotions, gain insight, and create more beneficial perspectives. I provide a space of safety, understanding, and compassion.
Gina Sagona
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
I am a registered art therapist through the national Art Therapy Credentials Board.
Life is messy and turbulent. Sometimes we can’t find the right words to express our inner experiences. I utilize experiential and developmentally appropriate interventions to join clients in navigating the storms until we reach steady waters and clearer skies. Through art making and play, we process what we may not have the vocabulary to discuss yet.
I am a registered art therapist through the national Art Therapy Credentials Board.
Life is messy and turbulent. Sometimes we can’t find the right words to express our inner experiences. I utilize experiential and developmentally appropriate interventions to join clients in navigating the storms until we reach steady waters and clearer skies. Through art making and play, we process what we may not have the vocabulary to discuss yet.
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Lindsey De Los Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Art Therapy (when requested) are the primarily modalities that I use.
There should always be hope, and you shouldn’t have to suffer alone! No matter what you are facing, I believe that together we can find a solution! We all face difficulty, but it is important to remember that the way you feel is only temporary! It is only a matter of time before the sun comes out after a storm. While life can be challenging at times, having a skilled professional to "walk along-side you" to support, encourage, and provide concrete solutions can make it easier.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Art Therapy (when requested) are the primarily modalities that I use.
There should always be hope, and you shouldn’t have to suffer alone! No matter what you are facing, I believe that together we can find a solution! We all face difficulty, but it is important to remember that the way you feel is only temporary! It is only a matter of time before the sun comes out after a storm. While life can be challenging at times, having a skilled professional to "walk along-side you" to support, encourage, and provide concrete solutions can make it easier.
Nancy LaRiviere
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I am inspired to support and empower individuals, children and families. I am able to provide Art Therapy, Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy allowing clients to explore their individuality and process their feelings in a caring and compassionate environment. I am also EMDR Therapy Trained which can help clients through the processing of traumatic experiences.
I am inspired to support and empower individuals, children and families. I am able to provide Art Therapy, Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy allowing clients to explore their individuality and process their feelings in a caring and compassionate environment. I am also EMDR Therapy Trained which can help clients through the processing of traumatic experiences.
Mandy Kieckhaben
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, PhD ABD
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
I love working with children also utilizing art, play, and sand-tray therapies.
You will feel supported as I walk with you on your journey. I use an integrative approach to therapy to encompass all areas of mental health, including mind, body, spirit, thoughts, and environment. I understand the courage it takes to seek help, and I would appreciate the privilege to work with you!
I love working with children also utilizing art, play, and sand-tray therapies.
You will feel supported as I walk with you on your journey. I use an integrative approach to therapy to encompass all areas of mental health, including mind, body, spirit, thoughts, and environment. I understand the courage it takes to seek help, and I would appreciate the privilege to work with you!
Iris (Tun) Cartwright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80921 (Online Only)
I serve ages 12+ via Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Mindfulness Approach and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapeutic approaches to help maximize your therapeutic experience.
Life is full of inevitable difficulties, and how you approach them matters. In sessions, I work to provide a supportive environment where you can feel safe to untangle your thoughts and feelings. As I work alongside you, I aim to use feedback, honesty, compassion, empathy, and humor to help you find healing and a better understanding of yourself. I apply my cultural background, education, and experiences with trauma-informed care to create my own unique philosophy in helping others; the main pillar of that philosophy being self-awareness.
I serve ages 12+ via Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Mindfulness Approach and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapeutic approaches to help maximize your therapeutic experience.
Life is full of inevitable difficulties, and how you approach them matters. In sessions, I work to provide a supportive environment where you can feel safe to untangle your thoughts and feelings. As I work alongside you, I aim to use feedback, honesty, compassion, empathy, and humor to help you find healing and a better understanding of yourself. I apply my cultural background, education, and experiences with trauma-informed care to create my own unique philosophy in helping others; the main pillar of that philosophy being self-awareness.
Erin Boylan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-P, EMDR, PAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80904 (Online Only)
Additionally, I use Mindfulness, Polyvagual Theory, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Art Therapy to help confront and let go of our experiences in a healthy way.
Do you feel stuck in the trauma & feel broken? Are your symptoms not resolving through traditional talk therapy? Are you interested in the healing powers of plant & psychedelic medicine? When the ceremony closes the journey begins, transformational healing happens on a soul level, let’s integrate. Life certainly has a way of presenting what can feel like insurmountable challenges that distract us from our true nature. When we hit rock bottom it creates a crack for our greatness to flood through though often the pain of breaking distracts us in an unbearable way. Together we'll mend those cracks with gold.
Additionally, I use Mindfulness, Polyvagual Theory, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Art Therapy to help confront and let go of our experiences in a healthy way.
Do you feel stuck in the trauma & feel broken? Are your symptoms not resolving through traditional talk therapy? Are you interested in the healing powers of plant & psychedelic medicine? When the ceremony closes the journey begins, transformational healing happens on a soul level, let’s integrate. Life certainly has a way of presenting what can feel like insurmountable challenges that distract us from our true nature. When we hit rock bottom it creates a crack for our greatness to flood through though often the pain of breaking distracts us in an unbearable way. Together we'll mend those cracks with gold.
Samantha Bush (River Of Life Counseling)
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Whether it's art therapy, talk therapy, DBT, CBT, individual therapy or family therapy, I am here to create a nonjudgemental space for you to process all that you may be dealing with right now.
I look forward to helping you with anxiety, depression, abuse, trauma, narcissistic abuse and the stress that life can throw at us! Sometimes, the story that we want to tell can be incredibly difficult to discuss or process. If you have anxiety, difficulty talking, or want to try something new, art therapy is perfect for you to come in and say as much or as little as you want and still receive the treatment and care you deserve. Many times, we struggle to find the words to describe certain emotions or events that have occurred. Art therapy can also help us discover things that we could not process only through talking.
Whether it's art therapy, talk therapy, DBT, CBT, individual therapy or family therapy, I am here to create a nonjudgemental space for you to process all that you may be dealing with right now.
I look forward to helping you with anxiety, depression, abuse, trauma, narcissistic abuse and the stress that life can throw at us! Sometimes, the story that we want to tell can be incredibly difficult to discuss or process. If you have anxiety, difficulty talking, or want to try something new, art therapy is perfect for you to come in and say as much or as little as you want and still receive the treatment and care you deserve. Many times, we struggle to find the words to describe certain emotions or events that have occurred. Art therapy can also help us discover things that we could not process only through talking.
Lisa M Collingridge
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MFTC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I am a play therapist and love to infuse art and play throughout the lifespan.
My clients are often suffering from anxiety, depression, and struggles with self-worth. Building resiliency and distress tolerance are the first steps, increasing comfort with uncomfortable emotions and body signals. Once a client has skills to self-soothe, we can st art digging deeper into issues of trauma, attachment wounds, and injuries stemming from family of origin. Identifying and challenging self-limiting beliefs, building self-love through exploration, discovery, and radical acceptance of self are some of the things we may work on.
I am a play therapist and love to infuse art and play throughout the lifespan.
My clients are often suffering from anxiety, depression, and struggles with self-worth. Building resiliency and distress tolerance are the first steps, increasing comfort with uncomfortable emotions and body signals. Once a client has skills to self-soothe, we can st art digging deeper into issues of trauma, attachment wounds, and injuries stemming from family of origin. Identifying and challenging self-limiting beliefs, building self-love through exploration, discovery, and radical acceptance of self are some of the things we may work on.
KidStuff Child and Family Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Reach out today to st art your journey towards wellness and wholeness!.
At KidStuff Child & Family Counseling we specialize in guiding children, families, and adults through all of life's "stuff" - from everyday hurdles to complex issues. Our mission is to enhance overall wellness through creative, compassionate, and multiculturally competent mental health services. Our amazing team of therapists create a collaborative, tailored experience to address your unique needs, and offer a warm, supportive environment for your healing journey. We accept Medicaid, commercial insurance, and offer affordable cash-pay options. In-person and virtual sessions are available.
Reach out today to st art your journey towards wellness and wholeness!.
At KidStuff Child & Family Counseling we specialize in guiding children, families, and adults through all of life's "stuff" - from everyday hurdles to complex issues. Our mission is to enhance overall wellness through creative, compassionate, and multiculturally competent mental health services. Our amazing team of therapists create a collaborative, tailored experience to address your unique needs, and offer a warm, supportive environment for your healing journey. We accept Medicaid, commercial insurance, and offer affordable cash-pay options. In-person and virtual sessions are available.
Colorado Experiential Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
Our unique approach to therapy can include clay art therapy and horses.
Has traditional talk therapy not felt like "enough"? Do you find it difficult to put words together to describe your experiences? Have you found yourself stuck in patterns, situations, or relationships? The teens, couples, & adults that we see often struggle with managing difficult emotions, anxiety, dissociation, depression, and grief. They have often experienced painful things in the past that they have buried. We help your brain process these things and heal. One of the biggest benefits of therapy is having a safe place to share how you are really doing & feeling. A place to explore thoughts & feelings using clay, art, & horses.
Our unique approach to therapy can include clay art therapy and horses.
Has traditional talk therapy not felt like "enough"? Do you find it difficult to put words together to describe your experiences? Have you found yourself stuck in patterns, situations, or relationships? The teens, couples, & adults that we see often struggle with managing difficult emotions, anxiety, dissociation, depression, and grief. They have often experienced painful things in the past that they have buried. We help your brain process these things and heal. One of the biggest benefits of therapy is having a safe place to share how you are really doing & feeling. A place to explore thoughts & feelings using clay, art, & horses.
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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.