Expressive Arts Therapists in Roswell, GA
I integrate expressive arts and play therapy interventions to help LGBTQ+ children and adolescents better understand themselves.
I am Love Positive Counseling's resident child and adolescent (9-18yo) specialist. I am experienced at working with LGBTQ+ children and teenagers that need help communicating more effectively with family members and peers to foster empathy and understanding. I also work with adults that are exploring their gender and/or sexuality, non-monogamy, and kink.
I integrate expressive arts and play therapy interventions to help LGBTQ+ children and adolescents better understand themselves.
I am Love Positive Counseling's resident child and adolescent (9-18yo) specialist. I am experienced at working with LGBTQ+ children and teenagers that need help communicating more effectively with family members and peers to foster empathy and understanding. I also work with adults that are exploring their gender and/or sexuality, non-monogamy, and kink.
Teri Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, CPCS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30075
Teri’s theoretical orientation is primarily based on CBT, solution focused interventions, and a 12 step model of addiction. She also uses expressive arts to help clients work through their feelings and thoughts in a different way when conversation reaches a “stuck” point and talk therapy is not enough. It is my belief that events happen in patterns - some healthy, some unhealthy. As we explore the presenting problem, I help my clients to recognize and explore patterns. Between sessions, I assign homework that includes journaling & worksheets exploring automatic thoughts.
Teri’s theoretical orientation is primarily based on CBT, solution focused interventions, and a 12 step model of addiction. She also uses expressive arts to help clients work through their feelings and thoughts in a different way when conversation reaches a “stuck” point and talk therapy is not enough. It is my belief that events happen in patterns - some healthy, some unhealthy. As we explore the presenting problem, I help my clients to recognize and explore patterns. Between sessions, I assign homework that includes journaling & worksheets exploring automatic thoughts.
Lauren works with elementary, middle, and high school kids and their families. She takes pride in being flexible and creative with her approach to meet the needs of various ages and personalities, and incorporates everything from expressive arts, to video games, to mindfulness scripts. For teen and adult clients she strives to help individuals identify the unhelpful beliefs they hold about themselves and learn to love themselves through self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and experiencing empathy in her office. Lauren loves working with clients and parents to help them navigate their lives with calm and confidence.
Lauren works with elementary, middle, and high school kids and their families. She takes pride in being flexible and creative with her approach to meet the needs of various ages and personalities, and incorporates everything from expressive arts, to video games, to mindfulness scripts. For teen and adult clients she strives to help individuals identify the unhelpful beliefs they hold about themselves and learn to love themselves through self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and experiencing empathy in her office. Lauren loves working with clients and parents to help them navigate their lives with calm and confidence.
Alison Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CDBT, NCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30076
I provide a comprehensive approach, which can include CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness Based Therapy, and Expressive Arts.
Are you worried that your teen daughter is stressed or depressed? Are you frustrated with the lack of communication or defiant behavior? Are you concerned about your teen's difficulties in regu? Modern teen-hood for girls is a very difficult time in life, one that needs a specific set of coping skills. The rise in peer pressure, competitive conflicts, and unhealthy social media messages are all likely contributors to a national increase in anxiety, depression and low self-worth in girls. Counseling can help teen girls to improve decision-making, managing stress, and learning coping strategies to better set them up for future success
I provide a comprehensive approach, which can include CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness Based Therapy, and Expressive Arts.
Are you worried that your teen daughter is stressed or depressed? Are you frustrated with the lack of communication or defiant behavior? Are you concerned about your teen's difficulties in regu? Modern teen-hood for girls is a very difficult time in life, one that needs a specific set of coping skills. The rise in peer pressure, competitive conflicts, and unhealthy social media messages are all likely contributors to a national increase in anxiety, depression and low self-worth in girls. Counseling can help teen girls to improve decision-making, managing stress, and learning coping strategies to better set them up for future success
You are on the search for something...Whether it is clarity, peace, happiness, support, or the freedom to finally explore who YOU truly are. We often may feel the pressure to appear we have it all together when deep inside we are fighting a battle within. This journey that you are on, no longer has to be walked alone. I commend you for acknowledging your pain and seeking out ways to help yourself. I provide individual therapy to young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, life transitions, and struggles within interpersonal relationships. I also provide expressive arts grief groups see below:
You are on the search for something...Whether it is clarity, peace, happiness, support, or the freedom to finally explore who YOU truly are. We often may feel the pressure to appear we have it all together when deep inside we are fighting a battle within. This journey that you are on, no longer has to be walked alone. I commend you for acknowledging your pain and seeking out ways to help yourself. I provide individual therapy to young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, life transitions, and struggles within interpersonal relationships. I also provide expressive arts grief groups see below:
I also offer play therapy and expressive arts therapy as fun and creative approaches to meet younger clients' needs.
I enjoy helping children, adolescents, and adults face their current challenges and find healthy solutions to their problems. I have experience working with a variety of clients and clinical challenges such as behavioral problems at home or school, social skills, self-esteem, life changes/transitions, anxiety/stress management, and more. I work with the family system, as well as the individual, to help clients achieve their goals. I strive to create a supportive and respectful atmosphere. It is my aspiration to help clients feel empowered and cared for during the counseling process.
I also offer play therapy and expressive arts therapy as fun and creative approaches to meet younger clients' needs.
I enjoy helping children, adolescents, and adults face their current challenges and find healthy solutions to their problems. I have experience working with a variety of clients and clinical challenges such as behavioral problems at home or school, social skills, self-esteem, life changes/transitions, anxiety/stress management, and more. I work with the family system, as well as the individual, to help clients achieve their goals. I strive to create a supportive and respectful atmosphere. It is my aspiration to help clients feel empowered and cared for during the counseling process.
Kathryn Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30076
With my youngest clients, I often combine EMDR with play or family therapy and expressive arts.
Welcome! My clients are often looking for relationally-based therapy that recognizes their strengths and takes a collaborative approach to working together. My youngest clients are often recovering from traumatic losses and in need of support as they learn new ways of regulating their emotions and dealing with anxiety in relationships at home and in school. Adult clients are often looking for help with various forms of trauma, anxiety, grief, chronic stress/burnout, depression, and ambiguous loss. I use foundational approaches of interpersonal neurobiology and attachment theory to tailor therapy to each client's unique needs.
With my youngest clients, I often combine EMDR with play or family therapy and expressive arts.
Welcome! My clients are often looking for relationally-based therapy that recognizes their strengths and takes a collaborative approach to working together. My youngest clients are often recovering from traumatic losses and in need of support as they learn new ways of regulating their emotions and dealing with anxiety in relationships at home and in school. Adult clients are often looking for help with various forms of trauma, anxiety, grief, chronic stress/burnout, depression, and ambiguous loss. I use foundational approaches of interpersonal neurobiology and attachment theory to tailor therapy to each client's unique needs.
Dr. Vanessa Snyder - Resilience Source
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30075
Interventions such as EMDR, Hypnosis, DBT, IFS, EFT, and expressive arts.
Our mission is simple…to help our clients move from pain and suffering to hope, resilience and freedom. Pain is an inevitable part of the human existence. Throughout our life, we naturally experience loss, rejection, defeat, physical and emotional pain. For many, pain and trauma experiences in life can be overwhelming. While we can’t go through life without experiencing pain, we do have a choice about how we’ll respond to it. As Holocaust survivor, Victor Frankl stated, “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”
Interventions such as EMDR, Hypnosis, DBT, IFS, EFT, and expressive arts.
Our mission is simple…to help our clients move from pain and suffering to hope, resilience and freedom. Pain is an inevitable part of the human existence. Throughout our life, we naturally experience loss, rejection, defeat, physical and emotional pain. For many, pain and trauma experiences in life can be overwhelming. While we can’t go through life without experiencing pain, we do have a choice about how we’ll respond to it. As Holocaust survivor, Victor Frankl stated, “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”
Kim Valdes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30076
I offer play therapy, sand tray play, and expressive arts in a warm and peaceful environment for children.
Is your child experiencing anxiety or depression? Are they having symptoms of worry and ruminating thoughts, irritable, sad, crying, heart racing, tight chest, fidgeting, challenges with friends, sweaty palms, low self-esteem, and having trouble falling asleep or not sleeping through the night? Do they have symptoms of Depression such as: behavioral problems, not eating, sadness, crying most days, isolation? Therapy can help! By providing a safe space, someone who truly listens, meeting them where they are, skills to identify feelings, growth mindset strategies to change thoughts, and mindfulness exercises.
I offer play therapy, sand tray play, and expressive arts in a warm and peaceful environment for children.
Is your child experiencing anxiety or depression? Are they having symptoms of worry and ruminating thoughts, irritable, sad, crying, heart racing, tight chest, fidgeting, challenges with friends, sweaty palms, low self-esteem, and having trouble falling asleep or not sleeping through the night? Do they have symptoms of Depression such as: behavioral problems, not eating, sadness, crying most days, isolation? Therapy can help! By providing a safe space, someone who truly listens, meeting them where they are, skills to identify feelings, growth mindset strategies to change thoughts, and mindfulness exercises.
I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, and adults from all backgrounds and walks of life. In my work, I leverage the power of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and expressive arts techniques to help my clients find healing and peace. I have experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, life transitions and major life changes, family or relational issues, and grief and loss.
I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, and adults from all backgrounds and walks of life. In my work, I leverage the power of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and expressive arts techniques to help my clients find healing and peace. I have experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, life transitions and major life changes, family or relational issues, and grief and loss.
Hello! I'm a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Georgia. I integrate expressive arts with treatment methods such as CBT, DBT, CPT, narrative therapy, integrative body-mind-spirit social work, and existential/humanistic approaches to work with individuals who want to utilize creative practices to explore and express themselves in a way that moves them toward a life of purpose and growth.
Hello! I'm a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Georgia. I integrate expressive arts with treatment methods such as CBT, DBT, CPT, narrative therapy, integrative body-mind-spirit social work, and existential/humanistic approaches to work with individuals who want to utilize creative practices to explore and express themselves in a way that moves them toward a life of purpose and growth.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30075 (Online Only)
Raise your hand if you feel stuck and know in your heart that life can be a lot better than it is now. Oh boy, I see a lot of hands… Welcome, my name is Dr. Margaret Burgess-Wright, and I have been in the business of helping since 1995. Whatever you’ve got, I handle it with the understanding that you are sharing your essence and vulnerability with me – a responsibility that I hold dear.
Raise your hand if you feel stuck and know in your heart that life can be a lot better than it is now. Oh boy, I see a lot of hands… Welcome, my name is Dr. Margaret Burgess-Wright, and I have been in the business of helping since 1995. Whatever you’ve got, I handle it with the understanding that you are sharing your essence and vulnerability with me – a responsibility that I hold dear.
My belief is that everything in life should begin and end with the positive. Sure, we all have deficits to work on, but building those along the way while also acknowledging what we are doing well is key. My hope for all of my clients is to gain empowerment, confidence, vision, and well-being through a safe and trustworthy therapeutic connection. You are the expert on you, so let me help you realize your best self!
My belief is that everything in life should begin and end with the positive. Sure, we all have deficits to work on, but building those along the way while also acknowledging what we are doing well is key. My hope for all of my clients is to gain empowerment, confidence, vision, and well-being through a safe and trustworthy therapeutic connection. You are the expert on you, so let me help you realize your best self!
Are you navigating divorce as a family? Are you, as a parent, struggling with navigating how to connect with your teen? Are you feeling frustrated with constant meltdowns from your little one? I understand how these tricky feelings can feel monumental in the moment. As a parent, you are looking for that missing puzzle piece to help your child reach a calm and confident place. I will provide you, your family and your child a safe space to explore effective solutions and find healing through these challenging seasons of life. A holistic approach is key, whether it is for your child, family or self.
Are you navigating divorce as a family? Are you, as a parent, struggling with navigating how to connect with your teen? Are you feeling frustrated with constant meltdowns from your little one? I understand how these tricky feelings can feel monumental in the moment. As a parent, you are looking for that missing puzzle piece to help your child reach a calm and confident place. I will provide you, your family and your child a safe space to explore effective solutions and find healing through these challenging seasons of life. A holistic approach is key, whether it is for your child, family or self.
Randall & Randall Recovery Consultants, LLc
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADCII, MATS, CAMS
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30076
You have experienced something that has definitely caught your attention. You have found yourself in a sink or swim situation. Do you have a problem? Maybe, but for now you just want to find a way out. Once you do, maybe you will discover there is work to do. Maybe, there is something missing? How can one fill this void? How does one rid themselves of experiences they don't take the time to confront? Lets start the healing process.
You have experienced something that has definitely caught your attention. You have found yourself in a sink or swim situation. Do you have a problem? Maybe, but for now you just want to find a way out. Once you do, maybe you will discover there is work to do. Maybe, there is something missing? How can one fill this void? How does one rid themselves of experiences they don't take the time to confront? Lets start the healing process.
Love Positive Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30076
We are passionate about providing a safe space for our clients to find internal and external peace by living and loving more authentically. If you want to foster more love for yourself, boost your self-esteem, confidence, authenticity, start here. We can alleviate depression, anxiety, uncertainty; and heal your pain and trauma. We believe everyone deserves empathy and support free of judgment. We particularly love working with people in or considering non-monogamous relationships and transgender or gender non-conforming youth. Office hours include evenings and weekends.
We are passionate about providing a safe space for our clients to find internal and external peace by living and loving more authentically. If you want to foster more love for yourself, boost your self-esteem, confidence, authenticity, start here. We can alleviate depression, anxiety, uncertainty; and heal your pain and trauma. We believe everyone deserves empathy and support free of judgment. We particularly love working with people in or considering non-monogamous relationships and transgender or gender non-conforming youth. Office hours include evenings and weekends.
One of the greatest offerings of therapy is the opportunity for change. I work both with clients who are wanting change and those who have been thrust into change without asking for it. Clients facing complex trauma & PTSD, grief, life transitions, and other big hurdles can find balance and restoration in their work with me. I help clients to reconstruct their relationships with trauma, loss, anxiety, and with the other people in their lives.
One of the greatest offerings of therapy is the opportunity for change. I work both with clients who are wanting change and those who have been thrust into change without asking for it. Clients facing complex trauma & PTSD, grief, life transitions, and other big hurdles can find balance and restoration in their work with me. I help clients to reconstruct their relationships with trauma, loss, anxiety, and with the other people in their lives.
Dr. Mary Huffstead
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CPCS, RPT
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30076
I am a licensed professional counselor, registered play therapist, and certified professional counselor supervisor. I have 10 years of experience providing individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and play therapy with children. My clinical expertise includes working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, academic issues, relationship difficulties, family conflict, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse or neglect, biracial identity development concerns, and interracial relationships concerns.
I am a licensed professional counselor, registered play therapist, and certified professional counselor supervisor. I have 10 years of experience providing individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and play therapy with children. My clinical expertise includes working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, academic issues, relationship difficulties, family conflict, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse or neglect, biracial identity development concerns, and interracial relationships concerns.
Chelyan McComas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30075
Navigating the adolescent years is full of ups and downs for both parents and kids. Your teen or young adult is someone who is high-achieving and bright, but finds themselves dealing with perfectionism, feeling overwhelmed and anxious, and comparing themselves to others. They tend to overanalyze, overthink, and their inner voice is too critical. As a parent you’re ready to see your child feel whole again. You’re ready to support them as they navigate change and transition. Most of all, you’re ready for them to see the wonderful gifts they have to offer. I want to help your family get there.
Navigating the adolescent years is full of ups and downs for both parents and kids. Your teen or young adult is someone who is high-achieving and bright, but finds themselves dealing with perfectionism, feeling overwhelmed and anxious, and comparing themselves to others. They tend to overanalyze, overthink, and their inner voice is too critical. As a parent you’re ready to see your child feel whole again. You’re ready to support them as they navigate change and transition. Most of all, you’re ready for them to see the wonderful gifts they have to offer. I want to help your family get there.
Eboni R. Mormant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC, CPCS, CAMS
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30076
It is my belief that quality of life is promoted by breaking through barriers that prevent wholistic growth of the the individual and/or family unit. Thus, it has been my professional goal to empower individuals, families and communities over the last 20 years from my clinical and educational experiences. My clinical expertise covers the following: Impulse Control Problems, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Sexual Addictions, Mood Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Learning Disorders, Domestic Violence, Sexual Victimization, Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution, Bully Prevention, Anger Management, Family Preservation/Reintegration, Parenting, Stress Management and Assessment/Diagnostics.
It is my belief that quality of life is promoted by breaking through barriers that prevent wholistic growth of the the individual and/or family unit. Thus, it has been my professional goal to empower individuals, families and communities over the last 20 years from my clinical and educational experiences. My clinical expertise covers the following: Impulse Control Problems, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Sexual Addictions, Mood Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Learning Disorders, Domestic Violence, Sexual Victimization, Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution, Bully Prevention, Anger Management, Family Preservation/Reintegration, Parenting, Stress Management and Assessment/Diagnostics.
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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.