Expressive Arts Therapists in Sanford, FL
I work well with a variety of clients and create individualized treatment options to meet their goals. I have been in mental health for almost ten years and truly enjoy working in this field. I am very passionate about helping others. My personal motto is..."Getting to the heart of the problem, by empowering minds and changing lives".
I work well with a variety of clients and create individualized treatment options to meet their goals. I have been in mental health for almost ten years and truly enjoy working in this field. I am very passionate about helping others. My personal motto is..."Getting to the heart of the problem, by empowering minds and changing lives".
Pernell Bush
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sanford, FL 32771
Waitlist for new clients
As a clinician I believe one can decide if an issue requires immediate action and change or if it can-or must-be accepted for what it is while they learn to make behavioral changes that can positively affect their situation. I work with my clients to start the healing process through their own self-talk, or the way they talk about traumatic events, problematic relationships, toxic behaviors, physical limitations or other issues. I work with my clients, as a team, to stop repeating thought patterns and behaviors that are contributing to negative, hurtful, and self-defeating issues.
As a clinician I believe one can decide if an issue requires immediate action and change or if it can-or must-be accepted for what it is while they learn to make behavioral changes that can positively affect their situation. I work with my clients to start the healing process through their own self-talk, or the way they talk about traumatic events, problematic relationships, toxic behaviors, physical limitations or other issues. I work with my clients, as a team, to stop repeating thought patterns and behaviors that are contributing to negative, hurtful, and self-defeating issues.
Welcome! I'm Ari, a dedicated and empathetic therapist that belongs to the LGBTQ+ community, committed to supporting individuals on their journey to positive transformation. My ideal client is ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration. Whether you are dealing with coping with trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, or life transitions, I will be there with you, being supportive, validating, and sometimes challenging. The bottom line is, as long as you are willing to show up and try your very best, then we will get along just fine!
Welcome! I'm Ari, a dedicated and empathetic therapist that belongs to the LGBTQ+ community, committed to supporting individuals on their journey to positive transformation. My ideal client is ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration. Whether you are dealing with coping with trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, or life transitions, I will be there with you, being supportive, validating, and sometimes challenging. The bottom line is, as long as you are willing to show up and try your very best, then we will get along just fine!
Jackie Quinn
Pre-Licensed Professional, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Sanford, FL 32771 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
You are not alone if you are finding it tough to adjust to life's changes. There is a solution if you are feeling helpless and overwhelmed. All ages face difficulties I provide services to adults, teenagers, and people over fifty. If you'd like to adhere to your spirituality and faith without condemnation. I'm willing and able to help you. I provide an encouraging atmosphere. This enables you to overcome obstacles without worrying about shame or criticism. I base my therapy approaches on the needs of my clients. These methods are supported by research to give you the most successful results.
You are not alone if you are finding it tough to adjust to life's changes. There is a solution if you are feeling helpless and overwhelmed. All ages face difficulties I provide services to adults, teenagers, and people over fifty. If you'd like to adhere to your spirituality and faith without condemnation. I'm willing and able to help you. I provide an encouraging atmosphere. This enables you to overcome obstacles without worrying about shame or criticism. I base my therapy approaches on the needs of my clients. These methods are supported by research to give you the most successful results.
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sanford, FL 32773
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I transitioned into counseling after spending over 10 years in education. As a classroom instructor and as a tutor, I saw how much outside issues affected my students, whether they were in kindergarten or college. My background definitely shapes the way I work with my clients. I take into account the how people are shaped by their experiences, always keeping in mind that clients are doing the best they can. My job as a counselor is not to "fix" my clients-it's to provide a safe space to explore their concerns and help them learn to "do better."
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I transitioned into counseling after spending over 10 years in education. As a classroom instructor and as a tutor, I saw how much outside issues affected my students, whether they were in kindergarten or college. My background definitely shapes the way I work with my clients. I take into account the how people are shaped by their experiences, always keeping in mind that clients are doing the best they can. My job as a counselor is not to "fix" my clients-it's to provide a safe space to explore their concerns and help them learn to "do better."
Amanda Bumgarner
MEd, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sanford, FL 32771
Not accepting new clients
Being a teen or young adult right now is very different then being one even just a few years ago. My passion is working with young people to build skills whether social or academic that help bring calm, confidence, and peace into their lives. My goal is to empower young people to self-advocate and use their personal strengths to create a life that is full of joy and self-acceptance. My clients are unique in regard to their interests, abilities, personalities, and skill set. Life is not about competition or comparison (no matter what anyone says). We all make mistakes, let's learn from them together!
Being a teen or young adult right now is very different then being one even just a few years ago. My passion is working with young people to build skills whether social or academic that help bring calm, confidence, and peace into their lives. My goal is to empower young people to self-advocate and use their personal strengths to create a life that is full of joy and self-acceptance. My clients are unique in regard to their interests, abilities, personalities, and skill set. Life is not about competition or comparison (no matter what anyone says). We all make mistakes, let's learn from them together!
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We provide trauma-informed care and utilize approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR Therapy, Solution Focused, Play Therapy, Filial Play Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couple and Family Therapy, Family Centered Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Mindfulness to help build resiliency and increase protective factors to improve functioning,.
We believe that clients are the experts of their lives and strive to help use creative therapeutic avenues to create a space to help them meet their goals. Our experienced team has experience helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families address emotional and behavioral needs including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, mood disorders, social and school issues, military related issues, PTSD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, and family conflict.
We provide trauma-informed care and utilize approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR Therapy, Solution Focused, Play Therapy, Filial Play Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couple and Family Therapy, Family Centered Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Mindfulness to help build resiliency and increase protective factors to improve functioning,.
We believe that clients are the experts of their lives and strive to help use creative therapeutic avenues to create a space to help them meet their goals. Our experienced team has experience helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families address emotional and behavioral needs including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, mood disorders, social and school issues, military related issues, PTSD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, and family conflict.
I offer a variety of powerful tools to support you on your healing journey, including EMDR, expressive arts, sand tray therapy, CBT, Synergetic therapy, play therapy, and somatic work.
It’s easy to feel stuck in patterns that affect your daily life, relationships, or sense of self-worth. What you may need is a safe, non-judgmental space to process your emotions, explore your experiences, and start building healthier coping strategies. You want to regain control, feel more confident, and find a path toward healing and balance. As a trauma play therapist, EMDR consultant, and specialist in Synergetic Play Therapy, I’m here to support you through these challenges. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and work toward creating a path that feels right for your unique journey.
I offer a variety of powerful tools to support you on your healing journey, including EMDR, expressive arts, sand tray therapy, CBT, Synergetic therapy, play therapy, and somatic work.
It’s easy to feel stuck in patterns that affect your daily life, relationships, or sense of self-worth. What you may need is a safe, non-judgmental space to process your emotions, explore your experiences, and start building healthier coping strategies. You want to regain control, feel more confident, and find a path toward healing and balance. As a trauma play therapist, EMDR consultant, and specialist in Synergetic Play Therapy, I’m here to support you through these challenges. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and work toward creating a path that feels right for your unique journey.
Susie Rhoads
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, C-PDTP, NATC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Longwood, FL 32750
Susie Rhoads has over 30 years of experience working with individuals from all aspects of life including the LGBTQ+ community, Personality Disorders, and individuals with Trauma/PTSD/C-PTSD, Grief/Loss, Generalized Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, and Substance Abuse issues. Susie uses techniques including talk therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Bibliotherapy, and Play Therapy.
Susie Rhoads has over 30 years of experience working with individuals from all aspects of life including the LGBTQ+ community, Personality Disorders, and individuals with Trauma/PTSD/C-PTSD, Grief/Loss, Generalized Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, and Substance Abuse issues. Susie uses techniques including talk therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Bibliotherapy, and Play Therapy.
I am knowledgeable in and use a variety of therapy modalities that include: play therapy, trauma-focused CBT, person-centered therapy, expressive arts techniques, couples counseling, family therapy, and EMDR.
Everyone deserves to have a safe space to feel heard, accepted as you are, and become who you want to be. If you’re feeling anxious, stressed, overwhelmed, depressed or struggling, you found the right place for you. We all have stressors throughout our lives and sometimes just need the extra support to get through whatever it may be. My office is a safe place for children, teens and adults to come work through any problems they might be having.
I am knowledgeable in and use a variety of therapy modalities that include: play therapy, trauma-focused CBT, person-centered therapy, expressive arts techniques, couples counseling, family therapy, and EMDR.
Everyone deserves to have a safe space to feel heard, accepted as you are, and become who you want to be. If you’re feeling anxious, stressed, overwhelmed, depressed or struggling, you found the right place for you. We all have stressors throughout our lives and sometimes just need the extra support to get through whatever it may be. My office is a safe place for children, teens and adults to come work through any problems they might be having.
Play therapy and expressive arts allow me to connect with children and teenagers in a non-threatening way, and this helps them to feel safe and comfortable throughout the counseling process.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have specialized training in many expressive arts, including art therapy, play therapy, music therapy, and bibliotherapy. I have an ability to relate with children and teenagers and can use each child's unique traits and interests throughout the counseling process. I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help challenge and restructure negative thought patterns in older children and teenagers. I focus on building healthy relationships and effective communication among family members. I am trained in EMDR to help process trauma in the past and present.
Play therapy and expressive arts allow me to connect with children and teenagers in a non-threatening way, and this helps them to feel safe and comfortable throughout the counseling process.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have specialized training in many expressive arts, including art therapy, play therapy, music therapy, and bibliotherapy. I have an ability to relate with children and teenagers and can use each child's unique traits and interests throughout the counseling process. I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help challenge and restructure negative thought patterns in older children and teenagers. I focus on building healthy relationships and effective communication among family members. I am trained in EMDR to help process trauma in the past and present.
Katherine Waldheim - Ancora Counseling Services
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Casselberry, FL 32708
I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Arts, and other approaches.
We live in a world where there is pain and suffering. The physical act of walking through my door and sitting on the couch is evidence that there is hope! When there is hope, a whole new door is opened just waiting for you to walk through and experience life change.
I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Arts, and other approaches.
We live in a world where there is pain and suffering. The physical act of walking through my door and sitting on the couch is evidence that there is hope! When there is hope, a whole new door is opened just waiting for you to walk through and experience life change.
I encourage prescriptive therapies such as journaling, expressive arts, reflection in nature, and exploration of individual talents.
Clients come to my office to address an array of issues, but, first and foremost, they come to be heard and understood. In a world that seems to move increasingly faster with less genuine connection to others, LWS Wellness is dedicated to providing a safe, caring space where clients can take a breath, gather their thoughts, and explore their concerns. Clients are encouraged to further develop resiliency, apply coping skills and self-compassion, and examine the impact of past experiences and family dynamics. Who we are is often an intersection with what we've experienced. My clients' experiences are always respected.
I encourage prescriptive therapies such as journaling, expressive arts, reflection in nature, and exploration of individual talents.
Clients come to my office to address an array of issues, but, first and foremost, they come to be heard and understood. In a world that seems to move increasingly faster with less genuine connection to others, LWS Wellness is dedicated to providing a safe, caring space where clients can take a breath, gather their thoughts, and explore their concerns. Clients are encouraged to further develop resiliency, apply coping skills and self-compassion, and examine the impact of past experiences and family dynamics. Who we are is often an intersection with what we've experienced. My clients' experiences are always respected.
I embrace a holistic approach to working with my clients that includes utilizing expressive arts, play therapy and mindfulness techniques as well as proven strategies to help in the therapeutic healing process.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Certified SandTray Therapist with over 25 years’ experience. My passion lies in working with children, teens, adults, and families to process a variety of areas such as anxiety, depression, autism, attachment issues, caregiver issues, LGBTQ+, trauma, managing anger and more.
I embrace a holistic approach to working with my clients that includes utilizing expressive arts, play therapy and mindfulness techniques as well as proven strategies to help in the therapeutic healing process.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Certified SandTray Therapist with over 25 years’ experience. My passion lies in working with children, teens, adults, and families to process a variety of areas such as anxiety, depression, autism, attachment issues, caregiver issues, LGBTQ+, trauma, managing anger and more.
Sarah Trowbridge
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, R-DMT, PCIT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Casselberry, FL 32707
My mission is to create a nurturing space where children can explore fears and challenges through strength-based approaches to help them learn to express and grow into their fullest potential, while also empowering caregivers with the tools and strategies to foster connection and understanding within the family dynamic. I use a combo of expressive arts and evidence-based approaches, focusing on enhancing the parent-child relationship through structured or play-based interactions. Taking play therapy a step further, by teaching YOU how to become the play therapist, leading to sustainable success and growth even after graduation!
My mission is to create a nurturing space where children can explore fears and challenges through strength-based approaches to help them learn to express and grow into their fullest potential, while also empowering caregivers with the tools and strategies to foster connection and understanding within the family dynamic. I use a combo of expressive arts and evidence-based approaches, focusing on enhancing the parent-child relationship through structured or play-based interactions. Taking play therapy a step further, by teaching YOU how to become the play therapist, leading to sustainable success and growth even after graduation!
Welcome! I’m Garrett Graves LMHC. I am an integrative practitioner specializing in play therapy techniques, sand tray techniques, and expressive arts interventions. I also know that for some feelings can seem daunting or overwhelming and I utilize cognitive modalities or traditional "talk therapy" as well. My priority is meeting people where they are and my passion is to connect with those who are stuck or struggling and to chart new ways of being.
Welcome! I’m Garrett Graves LMHC. I am an integrative practitioner specializing in play therapy techniques, sand tray techniques, and expressive arts interventions. I also know that for some feelings can seem daunting or overwhelming and I utilize cognitive modalities or traditional "talk therapy" as well. My priority is meeting people where they are and my passion is to connect with those who are stuck or struggling and to chart new ways of being.
Elizabeth S Jordan
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, RMFTI
Verified Verified
Casselberry, FL 32707
As a therapist, I strive to help my clients reach their full potential by giving them resources and opportunities to make the changes they need to grow.
As a therapist, I strive to help my clients reach their full potential by giving them resources and opportunities to make the changes they need to grow.
There is something wonderful about growing older, especially in this profession. For 36 years I have practiced psychotherapy, which is defined as the “care of the soul.” This type of work is not for the faint of heart. Healing is an intensely intimate, individual, and spiritual experience. We know our answers, the question is, "Are we brave enough to hear them?"
There is something wonderful about growing older, especially in this profession. For 36 years I have practiced psychotherapy, which is defined as the “care of the soul.” This type of work is not for the faint of heart. Healing is an intensely intimate, individual, and spiritual experience. We know our answers, the question is, "Are we brave enough to hear them?"
Thriving Minds Psychological Services
Psychologist, Psy D
Verified Verified
Oviedo, FL 32765 (Online Only)
Aceptamos pacientes nuevos para citas virtuales. Accepting new patients for Telehealth.
Aceptamos pacientes nuevos para citas virtuales. Accepting new patients for Telehealth.
Have you been exposed to hurts or pains locked away in your subconscious, only to be triggered by extreme situations hindering you from moving on? If you are exploring the option of counseling and you are experiencing situations in your life currently that may be overwhelming or puzzling, I believe that you are in the right place and that I can help you during this time. You, your child, your children, pre-teens, teens, or your family dynamics have also experienced situations of extreme emotions or trauma that may cause difficulties socially, emotionally, and intellectually, which can hinder growth and longer-term mental issues.
Have you been exposed to hurts or pains locked away in your subconscious, only to be triggered by extreme situations hindering you from moving on? If you are exploring the option of counseling and you are experiencing situations in your life currently that may be overwhelming or puzzling, I believe that you are in the right place and that I can help you during this time. You, your child, your children, pre-teens, teens, or your family dynamics have also experienced situations of extreme emotions or trauma that may cause difficulties socially, emotionally, and intellectually, which can hinder growth and longer-term mental issues.
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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.