Art Therapy in Brooklyn, NY
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Sarah Mosteller
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222 (Online Only)
Sarah offers talk psychotherapy, art therapy, and group psychotherapy sessions for adults and adolescents seeking support around life changes, anxiety, depression, relational changes, body image distress, familial trauma, identity exploration and self discovery. Sarah practices with compassion and curiosity, striving to engage in active listening so that sessions feel dynamic. Sarah views therapeutic work as something that is alive; something that is moving, changing and growing. She advocates for the therapeutic relationship to be collaborative and nurturing.
Sarah offers talk psychotherapy, art therapy, and group psychotherapy sessions for adults and adolescents seeking support around life changes, anxiety, depression, relational changes, body image distress, familial trauma, identity exploration and self discovery. Sarah practices with compassion and curiosity, striving to engage in active listening so that sessions feel dynamic. Sarah views therapeutic work as something that is alive; something that is moving, changing and growing. She advocates for the therapeutic relationship to be collaborative and nurturing.
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In my practice, I collaborate with my clients to build a safe and affirming therapeutic space from which we can explore difficult feelings and past experiences with curiosity and compassion. Music has played a central role in my life and allows me to incorporate creativity, deep listening, and playfulness into my therapy practice. I often use art and music as alternative forms of expression, understanding, and communication. I invite my clients to also bring their full selves to our sessions, weaving in humor, play, and their interests to enrich our work together.
In my practice, I collaborate with my clients to build a safe and affirming therapeutic space from which we can explore difficult feelings and past experiences with curiosity and compassion. Music has played a central role in my life and allows me to incorporate creativity, deep listening, and playfulness into my therapy practice. I often use art and music as alternative forms of expression, understanding, and communication. I invite my clients to also bring their full selves to our sessions, weaving in humor, play, and their interests to enrich our work together.
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Lauren C Ricciardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, CYI
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11242 (Online Only)
I provide empathic treatment to teens & women presenting with various clinical needs. An eclectic therapeutic approach is provided, including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, play, art & yoga therapies. I provide treatment to those experiencing symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, self-esteem issues, future/career planning, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, or developmental & learning disabilities. I look forward to working with you closely & compassionately to identify your strengths, challenges, & areas to focus emotional energy to move towards growth, healing, & change. Together we will support you to empower & guide you towards goals that will help you feeling more emotionally positive, healthy, & balanced.
I provide empathic treatment to teens & women presenting with various clinical needs. An eclectic therapeutic approach is provided, including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, play, art & yoga therapies. I provide treatment to those experiencing symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, self-esteem issues, future/career planning, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, or developmental & learning disabilities. I look forward to working with you closely & compassionately to identify your strengths, challenges, & areas to focus emotional energy to move towards growth, healing, & change. Together we will support you to empower & guide you towards goals that will help you feeling more emotionally positive, healthy, & balanced.
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Mark S Harren Expressive Psychotherapy
Art Therapist, MPS, BC, ATR, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215
His therapeutic approach ranges from traditional modalities such as Talk Therapy, Expressive Therapy through art, music, and poetry to Holistic Body and Mind oriented treatments.
Mark Harren is a licensed Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience treating patients struggling with a variety of life stressors. As a Program Director at one of New York’s largest Behavioral Health Units, Mark has dedicated experience passionately treating thousands of individuals, helping them in their recovery to a life filled with joy and meaning. His office is a creative nurturing environment, where you will work together to release the effects of past trauma and courageously move forward to a fulfilling healthy future. Please don’t hesitate to call today and ask to schedule a free video consultation.
His therapeutic approach ranges from traditional modalities such as Talk Therapy, Expressive Therapy through art, music, and poetry to Holistic Body and Mind oriented treatments.
Mark Harren is a licensed Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience treating patients struggling with a variety of life stressors. As a Program Director at one of New York’s largest Behavioral Health Units, Mark has dedicated experience passionately treating thousands of individuals, helping them in their recovery to a life filled with joy and meaning. His office is a creative nurturing environment, where you will work together to release the effects of past trauma and courageously move forward to a fulfilling healthy future. Please don’t hesitate to call today and ask to schedule a free video consultation.
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Ariel Miles - Ubuntu, A Creative Arts Therapy PLLC
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11208
We help individuals, families, and groups find healing and growth through art therapy and expressive modalities.
With over eight years of experience in New York City, I founded Ubuntu, A Creative Arts Therapy PLLC, to support families, couples, teens, and children. Life can be challenging, and whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, or life transitions or want support achieving personal goals, we're here for you. We help you understand and manage your emotions and develop healthier coping strategies to grow beyond therapy. Ubuntu offers a warm, creative space for healing and self-discovery, empowering you and your loved ones to thrive.
We help individuals, families, and groups find healing and growth through art therapy and expressive modalities.
With over eight years of experience in New York City, I founded Ubuntu, A Creative Arts Therapy PLLC, to support families, couples, teens, and children. Life can be challenging, and whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, or life transitions or want support achieving personal goals, we're here for you. We help you understand and manage your emotions and develop healthier coping strategies to grow beyond therapy. Ubuntu offers a warm, creative space for healing and self-discovery, empowering you and your loved ones to thrive.
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Amaranta Medina-Seabright
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205
I approach traditional talk therapy with a combination of psychodynamic, humanistic, and relational theories. If words alone cannot fully capture a feeling or experience, I offer art therapy as a tool to achieve deeper understanding. Regardless of the technique, at the center of my practice is my belief that the alliance between the client and therapist is the most vital component to therapy. My goal is to create a space in which you feel safe, seen, and heard. My hope is that the people with whom I work feel comfortable enough to explore the complexities of their everyday lives and empowered to make positive changes.
I approach traditional talk therapy with a combination of psychodynamic, humanistic, and relational theories. If words alone cannot fully capture a feeling or experience, I offer art therapy as a tool to achieve deeper understanding. Regardless of the technique, at the center of my practice is my belief that the alliance between the client and therapist is the most vital component to therapy. My goal is to create a space in which you feel safe, seen, and heard. My hope is that the people with whom I work feel comfortable enough to explore the complexities of their everyday lives and empowered to make positive changes.
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Victoria Mancini
Art Therapist, LCAT, MA, MFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11233 (Online Only)
My approach is traditional talk therapy alongside Art Therapy, CBT, DBT and Somatic-based Mindfulness.
Are you feeling stuck, struggling to meet life's expectations and lacking motivation? Are you filled with worry about "getting it right"? Perhaps you've recently experienced a major loss or you're trying to navigate an overwhelming life transition. Maybe you're feeling confusion about who you're becoming or aspire to be. If any of this resonates with you, let's chat. I help clients build self-confidence to manage anxiety and self-doubt, empowering you with tools to strengthen your mind-body connection.
My approach is traditional talk therapy alongside Art Therapy, CBT, DBT and Somatic-based Mindfulness.
Are you feeling stuck, struggling to meet life's expectations and lacking motivation? Are you filled with worry about "getting it right"? Perhaps you've recently experienced a major loss or you're trying to navigate an overwhelming life transition. Maybe you're feeling confusion about who you're becoming or aspire to be. If any of this resonates with you, let's chat. I help clients build self-confidence to manage anxiety and self-doubt, empowering you with tools to strengthen your mind-body connection.
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Welcome! I'm an artist and therapist helping people reduce stress, explore purpose and foster personal growth through art, painting & creative expression. Sessions are a safe space to play, release, enhance self-awareness, and build resilience, all through the power of art. No experience needed—just an open mind. Maybe you want to feel more joy, less criticism and connection to your body. Maybe you're dealing with stress, life transitions, or seeking self-discovery. Some wish to setup an art practice and would love the accountability and safe space to create. Still, you may be someone who feels complete with talk therapy.
Welcome! I'm an artist and therapist helping people reduce stress, explore purpose and foster personal growth through art, painting & creative expression. Sessions are a safe space to play, release, enhance self-awareness, and build resilience, all through the power of art. No experience needed—just an open mind. Maybe you want to feel more joy, less criticism and connection to your body. Maybe you're dealing with stress, life transitions, or seeking self-discovery. Some wish to setup an art practice and would love the accountability and safe space to create. Still, you may be someone who feels complete with talk therapy.
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If you are interested in exploring your creativity, my extensive experience with art therapy allows us to access unconscious emotions that may be difficult to express with words.
If you are experiencing feelings of depression, low self-esteem, the misuse of drugs and alcohol, or relationship/intimacy issues, we can examine the underlying thoughts and emotions that are affecting your daily life. Together we can discuss your emotional well-being, limiting belief systems, negative relationship patterns or explore how substances are impacting your life. My specialization is in helping people who are struggling with addictive behaviors in all phases of recovery. This includes alcohol/substance misuse, as well as relational (sex and love) and process (gambling, pornography, shopping, food, internet) addictions.
If you are interested in exploring your creativity, my extensive experience with art therapy allows us to access unconscious emotions that may be difficult to express with words.
If you are experiencing feelings of depression, low self-esteem, the misuse of drugs and alcohol, or relationship/intimacy issues, we can examine the underlying thoughts and emotions that are affecting your daily life. Together we can discuss your emotional well-being, limiting belief systems, negative relationship patterns or explore how substances are impacting your life. My specialization is in helping people who are struggling with addictive behaviors in all phases of recovery. This includes alcohol/substance misuse, as well as relational (sex and love) and process (gambling, pornography, shopping, food, internet) addictions.
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Lisette Soini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Art Therapist.
My aim as a therapist is to help you find greater freedom and satisfaction in your relationship to Self and those you care about. My active and emotion-centered approach will bring you to a deeper understanding of your core emotions. This emotional attunement will guide the therapy process and leave you feeling more in-synch with yourself. In sessions, I will steer you away from anxieties and distractions in order to give your mind clarity and to allow for more meaningful therapy.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Art Therapist.
My aim as a therapist is to help you find greater freedom and satisfaction in your relationship to Self and those you care about. My active and emotion-centered approach will bring you to a deeper understanding of your core emotions. This emotional attunement will guide the therapy process and leave you feeling more in-synch with yourself. In sessions, I will steer you away from anxieties and distractions in order to give your mind clarity and to allow for more meaningful therapy.
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Orly Bendavid - illumind Psychotherapy
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, MT-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11211
We offer creative therapy for creative people because sometimes words are not enough. We primarily use verbal psychotherapy practices to treat our clients, and depending on your needs we may take a more active role and offer, music, visual art, poetry, movement, drama, or EMDR to help you move those sticky feelings. Our goal is to help you create a sense of flow in your life. Therapy like our art, can help us gain insight, reduce anxiety, worry, fear and help us increase our consciousness and connection to our innermost self. No experience in the arts is necessary.
We offer creative therapy for creative people because sometimes words are not enough. We primarily use verbal psychotherapy practices to treat our clients, and depending on your needs we may take a more active role and offer, music, visual art, poetry, movement, drama, or EMDR to help you move those sticky feelings. Our goal is to help you create a sense of flow in your life. Therapy like our art, can help us gain insight, reduce anxiety, worry, fear and help us increase our consciousness and connection to our innermost self. No experience in the arts is necessary.
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Julia Zell
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222 (Online Only)
Julia is a Licensed and Board-Certified Art Therapist who believes that tapping into our creativity can lead us down new avenues of inquiry, self-discovery, and healing. Art therapy is a practice rooted in psychotherapy that allows for communication in traditional and non-traditional ways, regardless of prior art experience. Julia’s humanistic approach is one of openness and humility, utilizing a person-centered and DBT focused lens suited to the individual.
Julia is a Licensed and Board-Certified Art Therapist who believes that tapping into our creativity can lead us down new avenues of inquiry, self-discovery, and healing. Art therapy is a practice rooted in psychotherapy that allows for communication in traditional and non-traditional ways, regardless of prior art experience. Julia’s humanistic approach is one of openness and humility, utilizing a person-centered and DBT focused lens suited to the individual.
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However, I have found that incorporating art, somatic awareness, mindfulness practices and dream exploration can be powerful ways to deepen the process, integrate unresolved trauma, and develop new insights and resources for living in alignment with your most authentic self.
I approach therapy from the perspective that healing comes through the caring and dynamic engagement created between two people. Our time together will be a collaboration that encourages mutual presence, relatedness and commitment. Research confirms the importance of this. While no specific technique is consistently effective in eliciting change, certain therapists who bring a particular quality to their work often are. I believe I am such a therapist and my clients consistently report feeling met, nurtured, and empowered by the work we do together.
However, I have found that incorporating art, somatic awareness, mindfulness practices and dream exploration can be powerful ways to deepen the process, integrate unresolved trauma, and develop new insights and resources for living in alignment with your most authentic self.
I approach therapy from the perspective that healing comes through the caring and dynamic engagement created between two people. Our time together will be a collaboration that encourages mutual presence, relatedness and commitment. Research confirms the importance of this. While no specific technique is consistently effective in eliciting change, certain therapists who bring a particular quality to their work often are. I believe I am such a therapist and my clients consistently report feeling met, nurtured, and empowered by the work we do together.
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Hola/Hello! My name is Gabriela Ortiz (She/Ella) and I am a bilingual art therapist, clinical supervisor and artist merging art therapy, talk therapy, and culturally sensitive treatment through a client centered approach. I have 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families coping with a variety of experiences including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, domestic violence, issues with self-esteem, stressful life transitions and challenges due to immigration.
Hola/Hello! My name is Gabriela Ortiz (She/Ella) and I am a bilingual art therapist, clinical supervisor and artist merging art therapy, talk therapy, and culturally sensitive treatment through a client centered approach. I have 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families coping with a variety of experiences including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, domestic violence, issues with self-esteem, stressful life transitions and challenges due to immigration.
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I am second generation Black trans art therapist from Queens, New York and based in Brooklyn. With four years of experience, I have worked with LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness and with domestic violence survivors and their children. My work has focused on crisis counseling, building coping skills for somatic responses to trauma, gender identity embodiment and affirmation, navigating multiple diagnoses specifically trauma, mood, & dissociative disorders, and sifting through race-related trauma.
I am second generation Black trans art therapist from Queens, New York and based in Brooklyn. With four years of experience, I have worked with LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness and with domestic violence survivors and their children. My work has focused on crisis counseling, building coping skills for somatic responses to trauma, gender identity embodiment and affirmation, navigating multiple diagnoses specifically trauma, mood, & dissociative disorders, and sifting through race-related trauma.
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Rachel Woelfel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPS, CAT-LP, ATR-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222 (Online Only)
Rachel invites clients to come as they are, and will hold space for you express yourself through the lens of Art Therapy.
Rachel has experience working with children and adults experiencing anxiety, isolation, depression, and life transitions. She also has experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum and incorporating a Sensory-Based approach during sessions. She has supported clients in cultivating coping skills and self-confidence through self- expression, art-making, and group therapy sessions.
Rachel invites clients to come as they are, and will hold space for you express yourself through the lens of Art Therapy.
Rachel has experience working with children and adults experiencing anxiety, isolation, depression, and life transitions. She also has experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum and incorporating a Sensory-Based approach during sessions. She has supported clients in cultivating coping skills and self-confidence through self- expression, art-making, and group therapy sessions.
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I provide a safe and comfortable space for clients and believe that the creative processes can be used in combination with other interventions including psychodynamic psychotherapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness - engaging in a collaborative approach to best serve the client. As an art therapist, I have witnessed clients who have been able to process and communicate through art in ways where words may not have done justice to their feelings and experiences. I also understand that art therapy might not be for all and can support clients who wish to engage in talk therapy without including creative interventions.
I provide a safe and comfortable space for clients and believe that the creative processes can be used in combination with other interventions including psychodynamic psychotherapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness - engaging in a collaborative approach to best serve the client. As an art therapist, I have witnessed clients who have been able to process and communicate through art in ways where words may not have done justice to their feelings and experiences. I also understand that art therapy might not be for all and can support clients who wish to engage in talk therapy without including creative interventions.
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Nicole Laurain-Byrnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215 (Online Only)
Therapy for children and adolescents incorporates art and play therapy, sessions are interactive and goal-oriented.
I am licensed in New York and New Jersey with 15 years post graduate experience. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I work with clients struggling with stress and anxiety, trauma & abuse, relationship issues, child and adolescent problems, high conflict parenting, family conflicts, & the child welfare system. I will tailor our dialoge and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Therapy for children and adolescents incorporates art and play therapy, sessions are interactive and goal-oriented.
I am licensed in New York and New Jersey with 15 years post graduate experience. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I work with clients struggling with stress and anxiety, trauma & abuse, relationship issues, child and adolescent problems, high conflict parenting, family conflicts, & the child welfare system. I will tailor our dialoge and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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Becky Cooke Schultz
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11238 (Online Only)
I provide counseling and art therapy.
If you experience overwhelming anxiety loops, feel the weight of grief, or are impacted by trauma - I might be a good fit for you. I can help by pointing out patterns or themes that I notice, explore how and why the brain is wired the way it is, and help you build up armor to face whatever life throws at you. A typical session with me includes talking, cursing, crying, laughing, questioning, and a whole lot of compassion.
I provide counseling and art therapy.
If you experience overwhelming anxiety loops, feel the weight of grief, or are impacted by trauma - I might be a good fit for you. I can help by pointing out patterns or themes that I notice, explore how and why the brain is wired the way it is, and help you build up armor to face whatever life throws at you. A typical session with me includes talking, cursing, crying, laughing, questioning, and a whole lot of compassion.
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I am experienced in mindfulness, breath work, and art therapy, and happy to share these techniques with you, if you wish to try.
I believe that everyone has the ability to cultivate a life worth living. Through supportive psychotherapy and purposeful interaction, my clients learn to use their distress to become more authentic and connected to others. Together we explore their unique blend of culture, identity and experience, and identify the ways in which emotions, thoughts and behaviors foster or hinder their wellbeing. In therapy they gain the necessary coping skills to process feelings and act with intention to meet the demands of everyday life.
I am experienced in mindfulness, breath work, and art therapy, and happy to share these techniques with you, if you wish to try.
I believe that everyone has the ability to cultivate a life worth living. Through supportive psychotherapy and purposeful interaction, my clients learn to use their distress to become more authentic and connected to others. Together we explore their unique blend of culture, identity and experience, and identify the ways in which emotions, thoughts and behaviors foster or hinder their wellbeing. In therapy they gain the necessary coping skills to process feelings and act with intention to meet the demands of everyday life.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.