Expressive Arts Therapists in Buford, GA
Creative Family Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
Creative Family Counseling and Coaching offers exceptional play therapy, counseling, and parent coaching services for children (as young as 2), adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We’re passionate, culturally and spiritually sensitive therapists and life coaches who strive for excellence and integrity. Our approaches are eclectic: play therapy, sand tray, and expressive arts, as well as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused couples therapy, and parent coaching.
Creative Family Counseling and Coaching offers exceptional play therapy, counseling, and parent coaching services for children (as young as 2), adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We’re passionate, culturally and spiritually sensitive therapists and life coaches who strive for excellence and integrity. Our approaches are eclectic: play therapy, sand tray, and expressive arts, as well as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused couples therapy, and parent coaching.
I specialize in supporting women experiencing anxiety, past trauma, or relationship issues using talk, expressive arts, and somatic therapies.
Do you find yourself thinking "I'm not good enough" or constantly second-guessing yourself? Does shame or guilt keep you stuck? Is anxiety or past trauma making it feel like life is out of control? Maybe you find yourself thinking unwanted negative thoughts that you just ruminate on daily. You might be feeling frustrated because it feels like you've tried everything to stop feeling this way. Perhaps you're seeing patterns in your relationships: poor or no communication, not setting important boundaries in your relationships, or avoiding conflict in your relationships which only makes things worse. You're not sure how to fix it.
I specialize in supporting women experiencing anxiety, past trauma, or relationship issues using talk, expressive arts, and somatic therapies.
Do you find yourself thinking "I'm not good enough" or constantly second-guessing yourself? Does shame or guilt keep you stuck? Is anxiety or past trauma making it feel like life is out of control? Maybe you find yourself thinking unwanted negative thoughts that you just ruminate on daily. You might be feeling frustrated because it feels like you've tried everything to stop feeling this way. Perhaps you're seeing patterns in your relationships: poor or no communication, not setting important boundaries in your relationships, or avoiding conflict in your relationships which only makes things worse. You're not sure how to fix it.
Bright Path Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, RPT-S, CFMHE
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
We are trained in various models of treatment such as Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, EMDR, Play Therapy, Couples Counseling and Expressive Arts.
At Bright Path Counseling we have a focus on strengthening families from the child parent relationship, parenting, marital issues. We have a variety of counselors with specialties in areas such as play therapy, couples counseling, or individual or family trauma. We work with both children and their families as well as adults who have experienced the life changing events or who just want to to change the path their life has taken. We have counselors who are able to help clients move through the most difficult times in their lives. We help them to move towards healing in a safe and trusting relationship.
We are trained in various models of treatment such as Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, EMDR, Play Therapy, Couples Counseling and Expressive Arts.
At Bright Path Counseling we have a focus on strengthening families from the child parent relationship, parenting, marital issues. We have a variety of counselors with specialties in areas such as play therapy, couples counseling, or individual or family trauma. We work with both children and their families as well as adults who have experienced the life changing events or who just want to to change the path their life has taken. We have counselors who are able to help clients move through the most difficult times in their lives. We help them to move towards healing in a safe and trusting relationship.
Is your child struggling with friendship issues, anxiety, and low self-esteem that affects their schoolwork and time with you at home? Do you feel lost on how to help them navigate their adolescent years and manage their stressors? Do you want them to be able to handle the difficulties of adolescence and early adulthood with confidence? Now more than ever, kids and teens are struggling with managing mixed emotions, low self-esteem, and school stressors. I believe adolescents and young adults can find a way to manage the ever-changing dynamics without losing their sense of wonder.
Is your child struggling with friendship issues, anxiety, and low self-esteem that affects their schoolwork and time with you at home? Do you feel lost on how to help them navigate their adolescent years and manage their stressors? Do you want them to be able to handle the difficulties of adolescence and early adulthood with confidence? Now more than ever, kids and teens are struggling with managing mixed emotions, low self-esteem, and school stressors. I believe adolescents and young adults can find a way to manage the ever-changing dynamics without losing their sense of wonder.
Madeline (Maddie) McGarrah
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile to learn about me and my style as a counselor. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT). I practice from a client-centered and holistic approach, considering a client's emotional, social, spiritual and physical health. I aim to provide a safe and empathetic space for collaboration and encouragement for each of my clients. I primarily utilize CBT and play therapy to assist clients in building the skills they need towards healing.
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile to learn about me and my style as a counselor. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT). I practice from a client-centered and holistic approach, considering a client's emotional, social, spiritual and physical health. I aim to provide a safe and empathetic space for collaboration and encouragement for each of my clients. I primarily utilize CBT and play therapy to assist clients in building the skills they need towards healing.
Hey! I'm Sam Marion, a Clinical Social Worker with a lifetime of experience as a multiply neurodivergent person. My neurodivergences include being autistic (PDA profile), ADHD, gifted, a reading disability, and a tic. I support individuals and families who are dealing with these same challenges. So many of my first conversations with families are about a young person who is burned out, but often the parents and entire family are burned out too. People are looking for hope and steps to take, and I come alongside a family to do just that.
Hey! I'm Sam Marion, a Clinical Social Worker with a lifetime of experience as a multiply neurodivergent person. My neurodivergences include being autistic (PDA profile), ADHD, gifted, a reading disability, and a tic. I support individuals and families who are dealing with these same challenges. So many of my first conversations with families are about a young person who is burned out, but often the parents and entire family are burned out too. People are looking for hope and steps to take, and I come alongside a family to do just that.
I am an empathetic, creative, compassionate, and caring therapist who loves working with individuals from all walks of life. I earned a Bachelor of science in psychology from Young Harris College in 2016 and a Master of Arts in professional counseling from Truett McConnell University in 2022. I am under the direction and clinical supervision of Rebecca Muyres LPC, RPT-S, CPCS. I specifically enjoy incorporating art, music, and play into counseling, as I believe these creative outlets are therapeutic and bring about healing in a joyful, light-hearted manner.
I am an empathetic, creative, compassionate, and caring therapist who loves working with individuals from all walks of life. I earned a Bachelor of science in psychology from Young Harris College in 2016 and a Master of Arts in professional counseling from Truett McConnell University in 2022. I am under the direction and clinical supervision of Rebecca Muyres LPC, RPT-S, CPCS. I specifically enjoy incorporating art, music, and play into counseling, as I believe these creative outlets are therapeutic and bring about healing in a joyful, light-hearted manner.
Ohara Day Darmetko
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, BA, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
My ideal client wants to learn more about themselves, exploring their values and identity! I have experience working with a wide variety of diverse clients, in particular, I love working with adolescents, young-adults, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse folks! I also love working with pre-marital couples and have the tools to help the future of your relationship prosper!
My ideal client wants to learn more about themselves, exploring their values and identity! I have experience working with a wide variety of diverse clients, in particular, I love working with adolescents, young-adults, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse folks! I also love working with pre-marital couples and have the tools to help the future of your relationship prosper!
Nurture and Be Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APC, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
Do you struggle with feeling stuck in life and disconnected from those around you? Do you feel overwhelmed and unsure about how to begin living life in the present? At Nurture and Be Therapy Services our mission is to empower individuals and their families to live joyful lives. Our approach involves creating a safe and supportive environment to encourage vulnerability, curiosity, and lasting change. As a mental health collective, we assist members by providing therapy and connecting them with other wellness professionals because treating the whole person matters (body, mind and soul).
Do you struggle with feeling stuck in life and disconnected from those around you? Do you feel overwhelmed and unsure about how to begin living life in the present? At Nurture and Be Therapy Services our mission is to empower individuals and their families to live joyful lives. Our approach involves creating a safe and supportive environment to encourage vulnerability, curiosity, and lasting change. As a mental health collective, we assist members by providing therapy and connecting them with other wellness professionals because treating the whole person matters (body, mind and soul).
Jonita is LGBTQIA+ affirming, utilizes emotional intelligence when working with clients and specializes in wholistic multidisciplinary approaches to achieve mental health and overall wellness. Jonita's favorite therapy modalities are experiential therapy, mindfulness based practices. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Services from Saint Leo University and earned her Masters of Social Work with a focus on mental health and wellness from Clark Atlanta University. Jonita is also a human services board certified practioner, who wholeheartedly believes that mental health practice is what she is purposed and meant to do.
Jonita is LGBTQIA+ affirming, utilizes emotional intelligence when working with clients and specializes in wholistic multidisciplinary approaches to achieve mental health and overall wellness. Jonita's favorite therapy modalities are experiential therapy, mindfulness based practices. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Services from Saint Leo University and earned her Masters of Social Work with a focus on mental health and wellness from Clark Atlanta University. Jonita is also a human services board certified practioner, who wholeheartedly believes that mental health practice is what she is purposed and meant to do.
I am passionate about working with women who feel stressed, overwhelmed, or are going through transitions in life. I often work with teen and adult women who experience self-doubt and school, work, or relationship-related anxiety and long to learn healthy ways to cope with difficult feelings. I have over six years experience working with people dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, grief, relationship and family stress, religious trauma, and more. I have also worked with clients who are simply looking for a safe place to process life and better understand themselves with a neutral and non-judgemental person they can trust.
I am passionate about working with women who feel stressed, overwhelmed, or are going through transitions in life. I often work with teen and adult women who experience self-doubt and school, work, or relationship-related anxiety and long to learn healthy ways to cope with difficult feelings. I have over six years experience working with people dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, grief, relationship and family stress, religious trauma, and more. I have also worked with clients who are simply looking for a safe place to process life and better understand themselves with a neutral and non-judgemental person they can trust.
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Kirsten Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30519
Have you noticed your adolescent/ teen’s loss of joy? Have you noticed their routine seeming a bit more daunting? Do you notice your child tends to have a hard time connecting with others, including family? Have you observed a difficulty in managing emotions? Lastly, have you noticed your child/teen having difficulty managing emotions related to food? Society tends to have an opinion of how you should handle these observations. It suggests an ineffective “quick fix” – “Stop crying. Just eat. Pull yourself back together. Stop being sad.” As you might have noticed, it is not that simple. So, how does it become less invasive?
Have you noticed your adolescent/ teen’s loss of joy? Have you noticed their routine seeming a bit more daunting? Do you notice your child tends to have a hard time connecting with others, including family? Have you observed a difficulty in managing emotions? Lastly, have you noticed your child/teen having difficulty managing emotions related to food? Society tends to have an opinion of how you should handle these observations. It suggests an ineffective “quick fix” – “Stop crying. Just eat. Pull yourself back together. Stop being sad.” As you might have noticed, it is not that simple. So, how does it become less invasive?
Tanya Thomas
Counselor, LPC, PMH-c
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
Waitlist for new clients
I strive to provide a place of help, hope and healing. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with all life's challenges - whether it is having (or wanting to have) a baby, emerging as an adult, relationship crisis, or the completely unexpected. These adjustments, the hope, the loss, the exhaustion is not easy. Expectations can often be far different from reality leading to anxiety, depression and other mental health issues.
I strive to provide a place of help, hope and healing. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with all life's challenges - whether it is having (or wanting to have) a baby, emerging as an adult, relationship crisis, or the completely unexpected. These adjustments, the hope, the loss, the exhaustion is not easy. Expectations can often be far different from reality leading to anxiety, depression and other mental health issues.
Brittany Loggins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
Buford, GA 30519
Not accepting new clients
Hi! My name is Brittany and I've been working in the psychology field since 2002 when I worked as a research assistant during undergraduate at the University of Georgia. Fifteen of those years are in counseling. My goal is to assist clients in making informed and healthy decisions according to their value system. I look forward to working with you.
Hi! My name is Brittany and I've been working in the psychology field since 2002 when I worked as a research assistant during undergraduate at the University of Georgia. Fifteen of those years are in counseling. My goal is to assist clients in making informed and healthy decisions according to their value system. I look forward to working with you.
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Trenice Morton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lawrenceville, GA 30043 (Online Only)
I offer an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, TF-CBT, TF-IPT, Sandtray Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and solution-focused techniques.
What if you could learn how to thrive under the conditions, circumstances, and situations life has placed you in? What if you could find yourself one day moving beyond the people, traumas, situations, setbacks, losses, mistakes, etc. and could feel as if you were truly thriving in life again? What if you could find a way to thrive not just in the end, but in each part of your healing or recovery process until you feel you've truly overcome the very thing(s) you never thought you could? As your therapist, I'm here to offer you that hope, support, guidance, and encouragement as you navigate through it all.
I offer an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, TF-CBT, TF-IPT, Sandtray Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and solution-focused techniques.
What if you could learn how to thrive under the conditions, circumstances, and situations life has placed you in? What if you could find yourself one day moving beyond the people, traumas, situations, setbacks, losses, mistakes, etc. and could feel as if you were truly thriving in life again? What if you could find a way to thrive not just in the end, but in each part of your healing or recovery process until you feel you've truly overcome the very thing(s) you never thought you could? As your therapist, I'm here to offer you that hope, support, guidance, and encouragement as you navigate through it all.
Lighthouse Clinical Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Johns Creek, GA 30024
Whether your child is 2 years of age or you are looking for a therapist for yourself, I am able to assist you. Each client will be provided with a personalized, professional, and caring approach to help you or your loved one in learning how to navigate through the waters of life. Play, expressive arts, and traditional talk therapy is provided in a safe and caring environment. Both Christian and secular counseling are available
Whether your child is 2 years of age or you are looking for a therapist for yourself, I am able to assist you. Each client will be provided with a personalized, professional, and caring approach to help you or your loved one in learning how to navigate through the waters of life. Play, expressive arts, and traditional talk therapy is provided in a safe and caring environment. Both Christian and secular counseling are available
I believe that children may not always have the words to express what is going on in their world. As a therapist, I can help build self-esteem, increase coping and emotional regulation skills, decrease anxious behaviors, & nurture creativity. I can provide support in helping build resilience and strengthen relationships with others by facilitating communication through talk, play and expressive arts therapy. I use art, music, play, and modeling to promote emotional growth and learning throughout our sessions together. I provide a safe space for everyone who walks through my door, no matter age or background.
I believe that children may not always have the words to express what is going on in their world. As a therapist, I can help build self-esteem, increase coping and emotional regulation skills, decrease anxious behaviors, & nurture creativity. I can provide support in helping build resilience and strengthen relationships with others by facilitating communication through talk, play and expressive arts therapy. I use art, music, play, and modeling to promote emotional growth and learning throughout our sessions together. I provide a safe space for everyone who walks through my door, no matter age or background.
Sarah believes that each client is the author of his or her own life experiences, and has the capability of maneuvering and pushing forward through circumstances in life. She recognizes it can be difficult and scary learning and implementing the tools needed to accomplish fears and worries. "It's like exercising a new muscle. It may hurt and get sore by working-out, but the muscle grows stronger the more effort you put into working on it." She has extensively researched the concept of empathy to help clients work through their trauma to develop secure attachment styles as well as understanding perspectives and co-dependency actions.
Sarah believes that each client is the author of his or her own life experiences, and has the capability of maneuvering and pushing forward through circumstances in life. She recognizes it can be difficult and scary learning and implementing the tools needed to accomplish fears and worries. "It's like exercising a new muscle. It may hurt and get sore by working-out, but the muscle grows stronger the more effort you put into working on it." She has extensively researched the concept of empathy to help clients work through their trauma to develop secure attachment styles as well as understanding perspectives and co-dependency actions.
My superpower is helping you connect with your true self. Maybe you have no idea who that is or if you even like your true self. I specialize in working with adults that are still living with childhood emotional neglect and trauma. Until we connect the dots, and gain a clear picture of how this impacts our lives today, we will be stuck. Whether this is showing up for you in addiction, relationships, family or job struggles, it's time to get support. Contact me today for a free 15 minute consultation to see if I might be the right fit for you.
My superpower is helping you connect with your true self. Maybe you have no idea who that is or if you even like your true self. I specialize in working with adults that are still living with childhood emotional neglect and trauma. Until we connect the dots, and gain a clear picture of how this impacts our lives today, we will be stuck. Whether this is showing up for you in addiction, relationships, family or job struggles, it's time to get support. Contact me today for a free 15 minute consultation to see if I might be the right fit for you.
Balanced Brahma Life Coaching Private Practice
Counselor, APC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lawrenceville, GA 30043 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The core beliefs I use throughout my sessions include unconditional positive regard, providing a nonjudgmental environment , being unapologetically authentic, using a more holistic approach, and a whole lot of mindfulness training. I am a huge proponent of Ayurvedic naturopathic remedies and use these ancient teachings in my practice on a daily basis. I try to teach my clients and encourage them to be the best versions of themselves for themselves. I also like to remind my clients of their own strengths to help them cultivate the life of their dreams and accomplish the goals we set together within the sessions as a team.
The core beliefs I use throughout my sessions include unconditional positive regard, providing a nonjudgmental environment , being unapologetically authentic, using a more holistic approach, and a whole lot of mindfulness training. I am a huge proponent of Ayurvedic naturopathic remedies and use these ancient teachings in my practice on a daily basis. I try to teach my clients and encourage them to be the best versions of themselves for themselves. I also like to remind my clients of their own strengths to help them cultivate the life of their dreams and accomplish the goals we set together within the sessions as a team.
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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.