Expressive Arts Therapists in North Reading, MA
Catherine Patricia Rowe
Counselor, LMHC, DT, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Reading, MA 01864
Greetings, I am a Licensed psychotherapist with a holistic approach specializing in trauma and women's issues . As a registered yoga and meditation teacher and dance movement therapist I weave these creative healing arts modalities into my practice as needed and requested by my clients. As a dance movement therapist I realize and understand the importance of releasing traumatic experiences not only in talk therapy but also on a body level. I encorporate the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda medicine , and aromatherapy oils. As a practioner I believe in empowering women of all ages to step into their self worth and live their best life possible!
Greetings, I am a Licensed psychotherapist with a holistic approach specializing in trauma and women's issues . As a registered yoga and meditation teacher and dance movement therapist I weave these creative healing arts modalities into my practice as needed and requested by my clients. As a dance movement therapist I realize and understand the importance of releasing traumatic experiences not only in talk therapy but also on a body level. I encorporate the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda medicine , and aromatherapy oils. As a practioner I believe in empowering women of all ages to step into their self worth and live their best life possible!
Please reach out via email if interested in scheduling an initial assessment/session. I hold the foundational view that all of our stories occur within the context of the family, cultural, and social systems in which we live. Therefore, the pressure and supports that each of these systems provide are integral parts of both how we experience challenges and how we heal them. In each session, I utilize a strengths-based approach as well as my training in Family Systems Therapy to contour the work in order to find greater balance in client’s lives.
Please reach out via email if interested in scheduling an initial assessment/session. I hold the foundational view that all of our stories occur within the context of the family, cultural, and social systems in which we live. Therefore, the pressure and supports that each of these systems provide are integral parts of both how we experience challenges and how we heal them. In each session, I utilize a strengths-based approach as well as my training in Family Systems Therapy to contour the work in order to find greater balance in client’s lives.
Elizabeth A Schumacher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CCBT
Verified Verified
North Reading, MA 01864
Lindsay Averbook
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LADC-1
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
North Reading, MA 01864
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. I believe that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect is the foundation for the most meaningful work to be done. I have a relaxed, non-judgmental, conversational approach that encourages clients to feel at ease. I strive to provide support around helping increase awareness and empowering others to make the changes that they need and desire in life.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. I believe that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect is the foundation for the most meaningful work to be done. I have a relaxed, non-judgmental, conversational approach that encourages clients to feel at ease. I strive to provide support around helping increase awareness and empowering others to make the changes that they need and desire in life.
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I offer expressive arts therapy and clinical mental health counseling.
The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.
I offer expressive arts therapy and clinical mental health counseling.
The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.
Melissa Rocklen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
We will use a combination of approaches, including IFS, expressive arts, CBT, and mindfulness to help you better understand your ADHD, feel less overwhelmed, and create a life that allows you to be your full self.
Do you have moments of brilliance but feel like you can never quite get it together? You work so hard to stay organized, but always feel like you’re drowning. You’ve got so many unanswered emails that you’ve stopped checking your inbox, and you can’t remember the last time that your to-do list didn’t fill you with dread and guilt. You know that ADHD plays a role in this, but you can’t slow down long enough to figure out how. For years, you’ve been thinking about getting support, but something always gets in the way. You wonder if working with the right therapist would help you get rid of this sense of never being enough.
We will use a combination of approaches, including IFS, expressive arts, CBT, and mindfulness to help you better understand your ADHD, feel less overwhelmed, and create a life that allows you to be your full self.
Do you have moments of brilliance but feel like you can never quite get it together? You work so hard to stay organized, but always feel like you’re drowning. You’ve got so many unanswered emails that you’ve stopped checking your inbox, and you can’t remember the last time that your to-do list didn’t fill you with dread and guilt. You know that ADHD plays a role in this, but you can’t slow down long enough to figure out how. For years, you’ve been thinking about getting support, but something always gets in the way. You wonder if working with the right therapist would help you get rid of this sense of never being enough.
Heather G Daley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Winchester, MA 01890 (Online Only)
I am passionate about supporting and guiding women through major life transitions using somatic movement therapy. I have a specific interest in how through supportive, compassionate connection; a person’s nervous system can be re-wired to feel safe and grounded through various forms of expressive arts. My intention is to create a gentle space for you to experience your own voice openly and honestly by assisting the development and expression of your unique strength and resilience within the therapeutic relationship and most importantly within your personal relationships.
I am passionate about supporting and guiding women through major life transitions using somatic movement therapy. I have a specific interest in how through supportive, compassionate connection; a person’s nervous system can be re-wired to feel safe and grounded through various forms of expressive arts. My intention is to create a gentle space for you to experience your own voice openly and honestly by assisting the development and expression of your unique strength and resilience within the therapeutic relationship and most importantly within your personal relationships.
Dan A. Cooper
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, MA 01803 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Additional advanced trainings include Internal Family Systems, Neurobiology of Trauma, Expressive Arts Therapies, AEDP, Family Therapy, Contemplative Psychology.
Many of us benefit from having a safe space where we can regularly express ourselves. For 15 years I have provided strengths-based support in a variety of settings, including Cornell University, Boston University's affiliated Health Center, and New York University. My passion is to share Integrative, Experiential, and Contemplative methodologies. I help individuals with interrupting unhelpful habit patterns. We may address themes such as Relationships, Interpersonal Dynamics, Neurodiversity, Traumatic Responses, Anxiety-related issues. Licensed in MA and NY. Bilingual in Portuguese/English and semi-fluent in Spanish.
Additional advanced trainings include Internal Family Systems, Neurobiology of Trauma, Expressive Arts Therapies, AEDP, Family Therapy, Contemplative Psychology.
Many of us benefit from having a safe space where we can regularly express ourselves. For 15 years I have provided strengths-based support in a variety of settings, including Cornell University, Boston University's affiliated Health Center, and New York University. My passion is to share Integrative, Experiential, and Contemplative methodologies. I help individuals with interrupting unhelpful habit patterns. We may address themes such as Relationships, Interpersonal Dynamics, Neurodiversity, Traumatic Responses, Anxiety-related issues. Licensed in MA and NY. Bilingual in Portuguese/English and semi-fluent in Spanish.
I integrate various therapeutic techniques in my practice, including CBT, psycho-education, mindfulness, and expressive arts therapy.
Over the past decade, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, using creative arts as a pathway for healing and emotional growth. My belief is that creativity, whether through art, movement, music, or words, can be a transformative force, fostering connection to oneself and the world around us. My approach to therapy is grounded in a trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based framework. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore all aspects of their identity, experiences, and emotions.
I integrate various therapeutic techniques in my practice, including CBT, psycho-education, mindfulness, and expressive arts therapy.
Over the past decade, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, using creative arts as a pathway for healing and emotional growth. My belief is that creativity, whether through art, movement, music, or words, can be a transformative force, fostering connection to oneself and the world around us. My approach to therapy is grounded in a trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based framework. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore all aspects of their identity, experiences, and emotions.
Esther Ruth Friedman
Counselor, MA, LMHC, EXP TX
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reading, MA 01867 (Online Only)
I'm an Expressive Arts Therapist with a mission: empower clients through authentic, self-expression conversation and artistic modalities.
I specialize in relationship trauma, particularly cult recovery, with adults. I work with people who are gentle souls, have been called "too sensitive" and simply find this world hard to navigate. Our society sometimes turns sensitivity & thoughtfulness into pathologies. If you're empathic and contemplative, not only is there nothing wrong with you, we need more of you!
I'm an Expressive Arts Therapist with a mission: empower clients through authentic, self-expression conversation and artistic modalities.
I specialize in relationship trauma, particularly cult recovery, with adults. I work with people who are gentle souls, have been called "too sensitive" and simply find this world hard to navigate. Our society sometimes turns sensitivity & thoughtfulness into pathologies. If you're empathic and contemplative, not only is there nothing wrong with you, we need more of you!
Specifically, I am interested in mindfulness, self-compassion, psychodynamic therapy, expressive arts therapy, system theories, hypnosis, cognitive-behavioral modalities (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy.
You feel trapped in thinking again and again about the same issue? You feel as you can’t take a breath, lost your sleep and criticize everything you do? Does this all make you feel as you are not good enough; you should please others to be liked; you are failing as a partner, parent or a friend? Would you like to create space for yourself where you can discover your unique life journey? Collaboratively, we can create a safe space to help you feel your feelings; build awareness; understand relationship patterns; and develop strategies to cope at home, work and in society.
Specifically, I am interested in mindfulness, self-compassion, psychodynamic therapy, expressive arts therapy, system theories, hypnosis, cognitive-behavioral modalities (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy.
You feel trapped in thinking again and again about the same issue? You feel as you can’t take a breath, lost your sleep and criticize everything you do? Does this all make you feel as you are not good enough; you should please others to be liked; you are failing as a partner, parent or a friend? Would you like to create space for yourself where you can discover your unique life journey? Collaboratively, we can create a safe space to help you feel your feelings; build awareness; understand relationship patterns; and develop strategies to cope at home, work and in society.
Lauren Chase
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
Together we can explore parts work, mindfulness, yoga, expressive arts, body positivity, and more.
Have you been feeling stuck and unsure of how to heal? Maybe you notice you freeze up a lot, feel uncomfortable in your own body, or that you get caught in regular shame spirals. You might be realizing that how you used to get through doesn’t work for you anymore. Dealing with past trauma and PTSD, or just the stress of living in the world, has left you feeling trapped and wanting something better. Better, would be feeling more at home in yourself, improving your self esteem, and moving through the world with confidence and ease.
Together we can explore parts work, mindfulness, yoga, expressive arts, body positivity, and more.
Have you been feeling stuck and unsure of how to heal? Maybe you notice you freeze up a lot, feel uncomfortable in your own body, or that you get caught in regular shame spirals. You might be realizing that how you used to get through doesn’t work for you anymore. Dealing with past trauma and PTSD, or just the stress of living in the world, has left you feeling trapped and wanting something better. Better, would be feeling more at home in yourself, improving your self esteem, and moving through the world with confidence and ease.
Jackie Heavey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Topsfield, MA 01983
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker and school adjustment counselor with over ten years of experience in the human services field and a background in expressive arts.
Individual therapist with Schatzel Counseling Group, PC. I am passionate about social-emotional growth and embracing individuality. Some of my areas of interest include Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Prenatal and Postpartum health and social struggles.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker and school adjustment counselor with over ten years of experience in the human services field and a background in expressive arts.
Individual therapist with Schatzel Counseling Group, PC. I am passionate about social-emotional growth and embracing individuality. Some of my areas of interest include Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Prenatal and Postpartum health and social struggles.
Stephanie Pelland
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCMHSP, LCMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Beverly, MA 01915 (Online Only)
Working from an empowerment model, combined action-oriented therapy, expressive arts, and psycho-dynamic therapy to help you understand your anxiety, find healing and communicate your feelings that have become a struggle.
Finding the right therapist and beginning therapy takes courage. My goal is to offer you a warm, non-judgmental, and safe space to help you (or you and your partner) creatively navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll explore effective ways to manage anxiety, express your thoughts and feelings, heal from trauma or grief, and deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships. It’s easy to feel disconnected in today’s world, and I want to support you in reconnecting with yourself and those around you. I look forward to meeting you!
Working from an empowerment model, combined action-oriented therapy, expressive arts, and psycho-dynamic therapy to help you understand your anxiety, find healing and communicate your feelings that have become a struggle.
Finding the right therapist and beginning therapy takes courage. My goal is to offer you a warm, non-judgmental, and safe space to help you (or you and your partner) creatively navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll explore effective ways to manage anxiety, express your thoughts and feelings, heal from trauma or grief, and deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships. It’s easy to feel disconnected in today’s world, and I want to support you in reconnecting with yourself and those around you. I look forward to meeting you!
I offer expressive arts therapy and clinical mental health counseling.
The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.
I offer expressive arts therapy and clinical mental health counseling.
The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.
Creative Counseling in Motion, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Andover, MA 01810 (Online Only)
My work is rooted in expressive arts and somatic/body based approaches.
Are you struggling with anxiety or a stressful life transition? Does your child need support with big feelings and coping skills? Let’s work together to find your balance and joy again. My name is Ashley Abesamra. I am committed to meeting my clients with warmth, empathy, and presence. I value non-judgment, open communication and curiosity in the therapeutic space. I have experience working with early childhood, older children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy supporting people around anxiety, ADHD, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, identity, perinatal health, and parenting challenges.
My work is rooted in expressive arts and somatic/body based approaches.
Are you struggling with anxiety or a stressful life transition? Does your child need support with big feelings and coping skills? Let’s work together to find your balance and joy again. My name is Ashley Abesamra. I am committed to meeting my clients with warmth, empathy, and presence. I value non-judgment, open communication and curiosity in the therapeutic space. I have experience working with early childhood, older children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy supporting people around anxiety, ADHD, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, identity, perinatal health, and parenting challenges.
My ideal client would seek therapy for their issues with processing trauma and acknowledging poor coping skills (such as addictions or low participation in life) used in the past to manage symptoms. They would want to use a cognitive behavioral approach to identify their cognitive distortions and negative thinking patterns and bring awareness and change to their behaviors.
My ideal client would seek therapy for their issues with processing trauma and acknowledging poor coping skills (such as addictions or low participation in life) used in the past to manage symptoms. They would want to use a cognitive behavioral approach to identify their cognitive distortions and negative thinking patterns and bring awareness and change to their behaviors.
Do you have difficulties finding joy and satisfaction with your relationships, job, social life, substance use behaviors, or daily life? I work best with clients open to trying new therapy modalities to understand themselves further. My ideal client is ready to embark on the journey of getting to know oneself. I recognize and understand how difficult it can be to take a deeper look at our own behaviors and thoughts, and I am ready to help you take these first steps in your journey.
Do you have difficulties finding joy and satisfaction with your relationships, job, social life, substance use behaviors, or daily life? I work best with clients open to trying new therapy modalities to understand themselves further. My ideal client is ready to embark on the journey of getting to know oneself. I recognize and understand how difficult it can be to take a deeper look at our own behaviors and thoughts, and I am ready to help you take these first steps in your journey.
Maria Knight
Counselor, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience working with teens and adults. Most of the people I work with struggle with anxiety, depression as well as general life stressors. I believe that a person is greatly effected by their environment. People have an innate drive to do better, to want better and to be better. Sometimes this drive gets blocked by life changes, stress, transitions, negative energy and/or relationships with others. I hope to help people become a better version of themselves.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience working with teens and adults. Most of the people I work with struggle with anxiety, depression as well as general life stressors. I believe that a person is greatly effected by their environment. People have an innate drive to do better, to want better and to be better. Sometimes this drive gets blocked by life changes, stress, transitions, negative energy and/or relationships with others. I hope to help people become a better version of themselves.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed or hopeless? It doesn’t have to be this way. I help individuals of all walks of life find the path forward with compassionate evidence based therapy. If you want to feel better, have better relationships, identify or achieve life goals, learn coping skills or take action in any way to resolve problems in your life I invite you to reach out to learn more about how I can help you. I offer telehealth therapy for individuals and couples. My services are out of network - if cost is a concern ask about sliding scale openings or check your insurance policy for reimbursement options.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed or hopeless? It doesn’t have to be this way. I help individuals of all walks of life find the path forward with compassionate evidence based therapy. If you want to feel better, have better relationships, identify or achieve life goals, learn coping skills or take action in any way to resolve problems in your life I invite you to reach out to learn more about how I can help you. I offer telehealth therapy for individuals and couples. My services are out of network - if cost is a concern ask about sliding scale openings or check your insurance policy for reimbursement options.
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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.