Expressive Arts Therapists in Westwood, MA
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Inclusive Perspectives Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westwood, MA 02090
At Inclusive Perspectives Counseling (formerly Kristin Bowles and Assoc.), we offer mental health services for children, adolescents, couples, families, and adults. We provide these services from trained therapists, social workers and mental health counselors with a wide array of expertise and therapeutic approaches. Our therapists provide psychotherapy, crisis counseling, maternal health and wellness counseling for those in need of social, emotional, and behavioral support. We engage in safe, culturally competent, racially sensitive, gender inclusive and evidenced based treatment to the community.
At Inclusive Perspectives Counseling (formerly Kristin Bowles and Assoc.), we offer mental health services for children, adolescents, couples, families, and adults. We provide these services from trained therapists, social workers and mental health counselors with a wide array of expertise and therapeutic approaches. Our therapists provide psychotherapy, crisis counseling, maternal health and wellness counseling for those in need of social, emotional, and behavioral support. We engage in safe, culturally competent, racially sensitive, gender inclusive and evidenced based treatment to the community.
Rachel Daws
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Westwood, MA 02090 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Rachel, a licensed clinical social worker passionate about integrative behavioral health and holistic wellness. I’m dedicated to helping adults in their 20s to 50s who are navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD, as well as health concerns like diabetes, chronic pain, sleep apnea and more. My goal is to support you in enhancing your quality of life through personalized, compassionate care. Together, we’ll work to break down the barriers preventing you from achieving optimal health and reclaiming your life! Let’s embark on this journey towards wellness and achieve your goals together.
Hi, I’m Rachel, a licensed clinical social worker passionate about integrative behavioral health and holistic wellness. I’m dedicated to helping adults in their 20s to 50s who are navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD, as well as health concerns like diabetes, chronic pain, sleep apnea and more. My goal is to support you in enhancing your quality of life through personalized, compassionate care. Together, we’ll work to break down the barriers preventing you from achieving optimal health and reclaiming your life! Let’s embark on this journey towards wellness and achieve your goals together.
I am licensed mental health counselor at Inclusive Perspectives Counseling. I work with children ages 5 up through adulthood. I have extensive experience working with kids, teens and their parents and families across a variety of settings. I also have a love of working with couples as well as those who have experienced addiction. I work with both neurodiverse and neurotypical folks and am a strong ally of the LGBTQ community. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated for change and looking to improve and develop their strengths to manage any emotional struggles that arise.
I am licensed mental health counselor at Inclusive Perspectives Counseling. I work with children ages 5 up through adulthood. I have extensive experience working with kids, teens and their parents and families across a variety of settings. I also have a love of working with couples as well as those who have experienced addiction. I work with both neurodiverse and neurotypical folks and am a strong ally of the LGBTQ community. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated for change and looking to improve and develop their strengths to manage any emotional struggles that arise.
Are you seeking to better understand yourself? I empower clients to lead more fulfilling lives by helping them break free from negative attitudes and thought patterns. I guide clients in establishing and implementing their personal boundaries, uncovering their authentic selves, and enhancing self-awareness. Using an eclectic approach, I draw on a diverse range of skills to address various challenges, including ADHD and neurodivergence, complex family trauma, and relationship dynamics. My goal is to provide compassionate support as we navigate these journeys together.
Are you seeking to better understand yourself? I empower clients to lead more fulfilling lives by helping them break free from negative attitudes and thought patterns. I guide clients in establishing and implementing their personal boundaries, uncovering their authentic selves, and enhancing self-awareness. Using an eclectic approach, I draw on a diverse range of skills to address various challenges, including ADHD and neurodivergence, complex family trauma, and relationship dynamics. My goal is to provide compassionate support as we navigate these journeys together.
Raven Anne Register
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westwood, MA 02090
Not accepting new clients
Finding the right therapist with whom to create a strong therapeutic alliance is paramount to success. I work with my clients in a framework of compassion, honesty, trust and safety. Together we will identify your goals, empower you to change what you can in your life and to learn acceptance, not passive resignation, for that which you can not change. Carl Jung put it best, “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become”.
Finding the right therapist with whom to create a strong therapeutic alliance is paramount to success. I work with my clients in a framework of compassion, honesty, trust and safety. Together we will identify your goals, empower you to change what you can in your life and to learn acceptance, not passive resignation, for that which you can not change. Carl Jung put it best, “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become”.
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I am trained in EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness, & Expressive Arts Therapy.
I specialize in helping men, women, artists, business and trades people, as well as adult children of alcoholics restore diminished or lost connections to their poietic capacity. The word poiesis is from ancient Greek, meaning to make, or to bring forth. In my work, I refer to it as meaning one’s creative capacity to respond to and shape one’s life - as well as one’s capacity to create things i.e. art, woodwork, poetry, a relationship, a mindfulness practice, a career, a garden, etc. When we are overwhelmed, our mental health can suffer, sometimes making it difficult for us to respond to life's challenges in a way that works for us.
I am trained in EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness, & Expressive Arts Therapy.
I specialize in helping men, women, artists, business and trades people, as well as adult children of alcoholics restore diminished or lost connections to their poietic capacity. The word poiesis is from ancient Greek, meaning to make, or to bring forth. In my work, I refer to it as meaning one’s creative capacity to respond to and shape one’s life - as well as one’s capacity to create things i.e. art, woodwork, poetry, a relationship, a mindfulness practice, a career, a garden, etc. When we are overwhelmed, our mental health can suffer, sometimes making it difficult for us to respond to life's challenges in a way that works for us.
Nikki provides culturally-affirming, attachment-based, queer-affirming, poly-friendly, strength-based and client-centered services, integrating trauma-informed and evidence-based theories including Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness.
Nikki works with adults and children of all backgrounds, specializing in LGBTQIA+, couples therapy and polyamory, children with special needs, immigration and identity, and Asian mental health. She has experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, communication, self-image, people pleasing, personal growth, embodiment, relational issues, boundary setting, neurodivergent and queer experiences, racial trauma, etc. Her therapeutic approach is creative and relational, and she provides language-specific care in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
Nikki provides culturally-affirming, attachment-based, queer-affirming, poly-friendly, strength-based and client-centered services, integrating trauma-informed and evidence-based theories including Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness.
Nikki works with adults and children of all backgrounds, specializing in LGBTQIA+, couples therapy and polyamory, children with special needs, immigration and identity, and Asian mental health. She has experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, communication, self-image, people pleasing, personal growth, embodiment, relational issues, boundary setting, neurodivergent and queer experiences, racial trauma, etc. Her therapeutic approach is creative and relational, and she provides language-specific care in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
Thank you for taking that first step to reach out and continue on your journey of healing! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in Trauma-Informed Therapy and Expressive Arts.
“When you’re not used to being confident, confidence can feel like arrogance. When you’re used to being passive, assertiveness feels like aggression. When you’re not used to getting your needs met, prioritizing yourself feels selfish. Your comfort zone is not a good benchmark.” - Dr. Vassilia
Thank you for taking that first step to reach out and continue on your journey of healing! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in Trauma-Informed Therapy and Expressive Arts.
“When you’re not used to being confident, confidence can feel like arrogance. When you’re used to being passive, assertiveness feels like aggression. When you’re not used to getting your needs met, prioritizing yourself feels selfish. Your comfort zone is not a good benchmark.” - Dr. Vassilia
Cassidy Bingham-The Therapy Space LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwood, MA 02062 (Online Only)
I specialize in Expressive Arts Therapy, with an emphasis on dance and movement, and value creativity and spontaneity as part of mental health treatment.
I offer knowledgeable and affirming relationship and identity support to queer, trans, kinky, and polyamorous clients. I'm a nonbinary lesbian who is passionate about serving LGBTQIA+ clients. I come from a sex-positive, trauma-informed, and pleasure-focused perspective. I value the mind-body connection and can use a body-oriented approach to help you navigate how mental health symptoms manifest in the body, how trauma shows up in a dysregulated nervous system, and how we can cultivate relationships with our bodies to reconnect with the present through mindfulness, imagination, and play.
I specialize in Expressive Arts Therapy, with an emphasis on dance and movement, and value creativity and spontaneity as part of mental health treatment.
I offer knowledgeable and affirming relationship and identity support to queer, trans, kinky, and polyamorous clients. I'm a nonbinary lesbian who is passionate about serving LGBTQIA+ clients. I come from a sex-positive, trauma-informed, and pleasure-focused perspective. I value the mind-body connection and can use a body-oriented approach to help you navigate how mental health symptoms manifest in the body, how trauma shows up in a dysregulated nervous system, and how we can cultivate relationships with our bodies to reconnect with the present through mindfulness, imagination, and play.
With young children I use play therapy and expressive arts.
O P E N - T I M E: In-Person child therapy openings on Saturdays for 6-14 years old. Adult opening via telehealth on Fridays for >15 years old at 5:00pm. Please email for fastest response. Experienced treating Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Trauma, and relationship or life challenges. Maybe you are looking for help finding more balanced moods, adjusting to a difficult change in your life, dealing with the difficulties from a traumatic experience or rebuilding a professional or personal relationship. Seeking help is a sign of your resilience and strength. .
With young children I use play therapy and expressive arts.
O P E N - T I M E: In-Person child therapy openings on Saturdays for 6-14 years old. Adult opening via telehealth on Fridays for >15 years old at 5:00pm. Please email for fastest response. Experienced treating Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Trauma, and relationship or life challenges. Maybe you are looking for help finding more balanced moods, adjusting to a difficult change in your life, dealing with the difficulties from a traumatic experience or rebuilding a professional or personal relationship. Seeking help is a sign of your resilience and strength. .
My treatment modalities consist of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory, Feminist Theory, Narrative Therapy, Jungian Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Expressive Arts, Play Therapy, and humor.
As a spiritual being who has embarked on a journey of deep healing, I realize that healing is not linear. It is a process that allows us to go inward and hug our inner child, navigate our unconscious, and acknowledge our shadow. Through my professional work in a hospital-based setting, I have seen the effects of developmental and generational trauma. I have worked with sexual abuse survivors, and individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
My treatment modalities consist of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory, Feminist Theory, Narrative Therapy, Jungian Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Expressive Arts, Play Therapy, and humor.
As a spiritual being who has embarked on a journey of deep healing, I realize that healing is not linear. It is a process that allows us to go inward and hug our inner child, navigate our unconscious, and acknowledge our shadow. Through my professional work in a hospital-based setting, I have seen the effects of developmental and generational trauma. I have worked with sexual abuse survivors, and individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
My clinical work blends a range of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client’s individual therapy goals through evidence-based methods including CBT, behavioral modification, trauma-informed treatments, expressive arts and IFS models, helping clients draw connections between their lived experience and its impact on their emotions and behavior.
Through years of home and community-based mental health experience, I've developed a passion for helping children, adolescents, and adults deepen their connections to others and to themselves. As a former clinician in early intervention, I've worked closely with clients facing peri- and postnatal mood and anxiety symptoms, those impacted by NICU journeys, trauma and loss, neurodiversity, complex medical conditions, new or chronic mental health symptoms, ADHD and attachment disruptions. For adults and parents, children and teens, I bring a warm, collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy.
My clinical work blends a range of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client’s individual therapy goals through evidence-based methods including CBT, behavioral modification, trauma-informed treatments, expressive arts and IFS models, helping clients draw connections between their lived experience and its impact on their emotions and behavior.
Through years of home and community-based mental health experience, I've developed a passion for helping children, adolescents, and adults deepen their connections to others and to themselves. As a former clinician in early intervention, I've worked closely with clients facing peri- and postnatal mood and anxiety symptoms, those impacted by NICU journeys, trauma and loss, neurodiversity, complex medical conditions, new or chronic mental health symptoms, ADHD and attachment disruptions. For adults and parents, children and teens, I bring a warm, collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a background in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University. I have helped adults and youth in various degrees of mental health crises and settings. In building a therapeutic partnership, I can help you set short-term goals, build skills to manage symptoms of anxiety/depression, break down tasks during challenging life transitions, practice communication skills, or delve deeper to address traumas with individualized care in a non-judgmental environment.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a background in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University. I have helped adults and youth in various degrees of mental health crises and settings. In building a therapeutic partnership, I can help you set short-term goals, build skills to manage symptoms of anxiety/depression, break down tasks during challenging life transitions, practice communication skills, or delve deeper to address traumas with individualized care in a non-judgmental environment.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Registered Expressive Arts Therapist practicing in Wellesley, MA. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and behavioral patterns that may be holding you back from experiencing a meaningful and fulfilling life. I use an integrated approach, incorporating elements of Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Expressive Therapies.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Registered Expressive Arts Therapist practicing in Wellesley, MA. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and behavioral patterns that may be holding you back from experiencing a meaningful and fulfilling life. I use an integrated approach, incorporating elements of Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Expressive Therapies.
Currently accepting new clients. I hope to foster an environment that facilitates growth and healing for clients and their loved ones. Together, we create a trusting relationship to spark self-discovery and enduring change for clients of all identities, bodies, and abilities. I tailor my psychotherapeutic approach to each person as an individual. Together, my clients and I create the opportunity to learn about themselves and their interpersonal world in a safe environment by incorporating evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions (e.g. ARC, CBT, motivational interviewing, DBT, expressive arts, family systems, etc.)
Currently accepting new clients. I hope to foster an environment that facilitates growth and healing for clients and their loved ones. Together, we create a trusting relationship to spark self-discovery and enduring change for clients of all identities, bodies, and abilities. I tailor my psychotherapeutic approach to each person as an individual. Together, my clients and I create the opportunity to learn about themselves and their interpersonal world in a safe environment by incorporating evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions (e.g. ARC, CBT, motivational interviewing, DBT, expressive arts, family systems, etc.)
Adeola (she/her/hers) works with children, adolescents, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment issues, autism, grief and other life stressors and issues. She takes a strengths-based approach to therapy in order to empower clients to explore strengths and skill building within themselves. Adeola is intentional about meeting clients where they are at, ensuring comfort and growing with them to reach their goals and needs of support. Adeola utilizes various modalities including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy and Play Therapy.
Adeola (she/her/hers) works with children, adolescents, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment issues, autism, grief and other life stressors and issues. She takes a strengths-based approach to therapy in order to empower clients to explore strengths and skill building within themselves. Adeola is intentional about meeting clients where they are at, ensuring comfort and growing with them to reach their goals and needs of support. Adeola utilizes various modalities including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy and Play Therapy.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Expressive Arts Therapist with more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I am a strong believer in the ability of creativity and the arts to connect and support individuals, families, and groups through different life events and needs. I offer a warm, person-centered approach that meets individuals where they are.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Expressive Arts Therapist with more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I am a strong believer in the ability of creativity and the arts to connect and support individuals, families, and groups through different life events and needs. I offer a warm, person-centered approach that meets individuals where they are.
I believe that combining expressive arts into traditional talk therapy is the missing key.
Immediate appointments available! ◡̈ I specialize in working with children and teens, and women who have experienced anxiety and mood disorders related to pregnancy, childbirth, and coping with the postpartum experience. I have a unique expertise in treating individuals on the Autism Spectrum, and those with ADHD and OCD diagnoses. I use play therapy, expressive arts, and sand tray therapy when working with children & teens. With adults, I integrate art, breathwork, mindfulness and mind-body connection approaches into traditional talk therapy treatment.
I believe that combining expressive arts into traditional talk therapy is the missing key.
Immediate appointments available! ◡̈ I specialize in working with children and teens, and women who have experienced anxiety and mood disorders related to pregnancy, childbirth, and coping with the postpartum experience. I have a unique expertise in treating individuals on the Autism Spectrum, and those with ADHD and OCD diagnoses. I use play therapy, expressive arts, and sand tray therapy when working with children & teens. With adults, I integrate art, breathwork, mindfulness and mind-body connection approaches into traditional talk therapy treatment.
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.
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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.