Expressive Arts Therapists in Montgomery, TX

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Marla Neely
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montgomery, TX 77356
In addition to talk therapy, I am trained in EMDR to address trauma, PIT training by Pia Melody to address co-dependency and relationships and expressive arts to provide experiential methods of expression.
After 30 years as an occupational therapist helping individuals overcome physical challenges, I returned to school to pursue my desire to become a licensed counselor. I believe that mental health is as important as physical ability and that it is never too late to pursue a dream. I believe that asking for help is a sign of strength rather than one of weakness.
In addition to talk therapy, I am trained in EMDR to address trauma, PIT training by Pia Melody to address co-dependency and relationships and expressive arts to provide experiential methods of expression.
After 30 years as an occupational therapist helping individuals overcome physical challenges, I returned to school to pursue my desire to become a licensed counselor. I believe that mental health is as important as physical ability and that it is never too late to pursue a dream. I believe that asking for help is a sign of strength rather than one of weakness.
(936) 243-5114 View (936) 243-5114
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Sheri Lynn Strickland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montgomery, TX 77356  (Online Only)
Stop! Watch my video, and see if we might be a good fit! Feeling hopeless? Have life's inevitable struggles been overwhelming you and pulling you down? Has your relationship with a loved one turned into a constant conflict and disappointment? Are you feeling alone? It takes strength and courage to say "I need help." I applaud you! I posses a strong family base of experience through education, school counseling and family therapy. You deserve to be heard, valued and directed toward wholeness. You will be met with compassion, warmth and respect. I would be honored to guide you towards peace and health.
Stop! Watch my video, and see if we might be a good fit! Feeling hopeless? Have life's inevitable struggles been overwhelming you and pulling you down? Has your relationship with a loved one turned into a constant conflict and disappointment? Are you feeling alone? It takes strength and courage to say "I need help." I applaud you! I posses a strong family base of experience through education, school counseling and family therapy. You deserve to be heard, valued and directed toward wholeness. You will be met with compassion, warmth and respect. I would be honored to guide you towards peace and health.
(281) 215-3321 View (281) 215-3321
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North Star Child & Family Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Montgomery, TX 77316
Hi, I’m Jenessa. I'm a therapist, former school counselor and teacher. For the past 15 years my passion has been supporting children and families strengthen their relationship and experience self-growth. I know that making sense of our life stories can be difficult. You and your child deserve a guide to be with when things are hard. I offer child, teen, and family therapy, as well as parent coaching. In our work together I focus on uncovering greater self-awareness and stronger interpersonal relationships.
Hi, I’m Jenessa. I'm a therapist, former school counselor and teacher. For the past 15 years my passion has been supporting children and families strengthen their relationship and experience self-growth. I know that making sense of our life stories can be difficult. You and your child deserve a guide to be with when things are hard. I offer child, teen, and family therapy, as well as parent coaching. In our work together I focus on uncovering greater self-awareness and stronger interpersonal relationships.
(281) 789-8677 View (281) 789-8677
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Meija Schreiner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montgomery, TX 77316  (Online Only)
My clients are incredible women who haven't felt like themselves lately, as life changes have derailed them and left them with increased anxiety, self doubt, and lost self esteem. If it's been hard to connect authentically with those around you and you want to be able to make decisions, engage with others, and handle recent changes with more confidence and peace, then I invite you to reach out.
My clients are incredible women who haven't felt like themselves lately, as life changes have derailed them and left them with increased anxiety, self doubt, and lost self esteem. If it's been hard to connect authentically with those around you and you want to be able to make decisions, engage with others, and handle recent changes with more confidence and peace, then I invite you to reach out.
(281) 809-6430 View (281) 809-6430
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Dee Ann M. Sweeney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montgomery, TX 77316
Is it time for a reset? Do you look at your life and say, "what a mess, I am stuck!"? Maybe you've tried counseling before or maybe have been afraid to ask for help. I provide a sacred space to notice without labeling things as good, bad, right or wrong. As we sit with uncomfortable emotions, we notice where those feeling are showing up in the body, then we can change how we respond to them and handle them differently. This is where true shift happens.
Is it time for a reset? Do you look at your life and say, "what a mess, I am stuck!"? Maybe you've tried counseling before or maybe have been afraid to ask for help. I provide a sacred space to notice without labeling things as good, bad, right or wrong. As we sit with uncomfortable emotions, we notice where those feeling are showing up in the body, then we can change how we respond to them and handle them differently. This is where true shift happens.
(936) 206-7129 View (936) 206-7129

More Therapists Nearby

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Dr. Alyssa Webb-McCune
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77304
I know it’s not a matter of IF life will get unbalanced and messy; it’s more a matter of WHEN that will happen. I get it! I know you have been doing your best to handle things on your own, but you deserve the support to succeed and thrive in life, not just having to coast the best you can. My role as a counselor is to walk alongside you and help sort through things when the mess seems too much for one person, parent, couple, or family to handle. You don’t have to go through this alone.
I know it’s not a matter of IF life will get unbalanced and messy; it’s more a matter of WHEN that will happen. I get it! I know you have been doing your best to handle things on your own, but you deserve the support to succeed and thrive in life, not just having to coast the best you can. My role as a counselor is to walk alongside you and help sort through things when the mess seems too much for one person, parent, couple, or family to handle. You don’t have to go through this alone.
(713) 487-5902 View (713) 487-5902
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Christine Elizabeth Berger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LPC
Verified Verified
Magnolia, TX 77354
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for 17 years. First in my hometown of El Paso, TX and now the past 2 years here in the Houston area. My mission is to provide a safe, empowering place for you to learn new aspects of yourself, outgrow patterns and relationships that no longer serve you, and create a purpose that is life fulfilling. Whether you are seeking counseling for yourself, a special little person in your life, or a friend, lets work together to help you create a life and overcome life’s obstacles. Our time together will be based on safety, confidentiality, and unconditional positive regard.
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for 17 years. First in my hometown of El Paso, TX and now the past 2 years here in the Houston area. My mission is to provide a safe, empowering place for you to learn new aspects of yourself, outgrow patterns and relationships that no longer serve you, and create a purpose that is life fulfilling. Whether you are seeking counseling for yourself, a special little person in your life, or a friend, lets work together to help you create a life and overcome life’s obstacles. Our time together will be based on safety, confidentiality, and unconditional positive regard.
(832) 219-7327 View (832) 219-7327
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Nylah Meade-Wilson
LPC Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77304
While trauma can leave deep wounds and lasting scars, I believe you are infinitely more than a diagnosis, list of symptoms, or your worst experiences. You deserve to be treated as a whole person with unique needs and desires. My job as your therapist is to help you use your natural gifts and abilities to meet those needs and achieve your goals.
While trauma can leave deep wounds and lasting scars, I believe you are infinitely more than a diagnosis, list of symptoms, or your worst experiences. You deserve to be treated as a whole person with unique needs and desires. My job as your therapist is to help you use your natural gifts and abilities to meet those needs and achieve your goals.
(936) 274-7428 View (936) 274-7428
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Tarina Watson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Magnolia, TX 77354  (Online Only)
Tarina Watson, LCSW. I am committed to helping my clients find the best solution for them. I enjoy building relationships and allowing my clients to feel empowered as they reach and explore their goals or challenges. I have several years of experience working with adolescents as well as all stages of life. Client-Centered, Solution Focused, EMDR, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Trauma focused-CBT.
Tarina Watson, LCSW. I am committed to helping my clients find the best solution for them. I enjoy building relationships and allowing my clients to feel empowered as they reach and explore their goals or challenges. I have several years of experience working with adolescents as well as all stages of life. Client-Centered, Solution Focused, EMDR, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Trauma focused-CBT.
(346) 608-0243 View (346) 608-0243
Capstone Connect Counseling & Trauma Services
LPC Associate, LPC-A, MA, EMDR, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77304
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! My name is Moe. We all come with unique strengths, weaknesses, needs, histories, and personalities but those many pieces of who we are often get tangled up and lost as we balance our relationships, families, jobs, and the many pressures of life. When was the last time you got to safely explore all parts of yourself without fear of judgment? I am here to provide that safe place for you to be accepted in all your complexity; let’s discover and untangle your voice together.
Hello! My name is Moe. We all come with unique strengths, weaknesses, needs, histories, and personalities but those many pieces of who we are often get tangled up and lost as we balance our relationships, families, jobs, and the many pressures of life. When was the last time you got to safely explore all parts of yourself without fear of judgment? I am here to provide that safe place for you to be accepted in all your complexity; let’s discover and untangle your voice together.
(832) 847-6249 View (832) 847-6249
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Connecting Minds Counseling & Play Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Magnolia, TX 77354
We are dedicated to providing inclusive and affirming mental health care for individuals of all ages who have experienced trauma, identify as neurodivergent, and/or are part of the LGBTQ+ community. Our dedicated team of therapists is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space where everyone can feel seen, heard, and valued. Our therapists offer a range of specialized services, including play therapy and EMDR, to support healing and growth. Through trauma-informed, client-centered therapy, we support our clients in reclaiming their narratives, fostering resilience, and building fulfilling lives.
We are dedicated to providing inclusive and affirming mental health care for individuals of all ages who have experienced trauma, identify as neurodivergent, and/or are part of the LGBTQ+ community. Our dedicated team of therapists is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space where everyone can feel seen, heard, and valued. Our therapists offer a range of specialized services, including play therapy and EMDR, to support healing and growth. Through trauma-informed, client-centered therapy, we support our clients in reclaiming their narratives, fostering resilience, and building fulfilling lives.
(281) 843-9338 View (281) 843-9338
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Capstone Connect-Counseling & Trauma Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-S, EMDR, Trained
Verified Verified
Conroe, TX 77304
Welcome! If you're feeling overwhelmed and need help -You have come to the right place. Don't let anything stand in your way of achieving your life's goals, and ultimately feeling better. Capstone Connect is a group practice skilled in play therapy, trauma treatment, and psychotherapy. We are here to help you find solutions to your challenges. Capstone's therapists are master level therapists with advanced skills in psychotherapy and play therapy. We have the expertise to work effectively with diverse challenges including divorce, parenting challenges, behavioral concerns, school, environmental, and medical traumas, adoption, anxiety, and depression.
Welcome! If you're feeling overwhelmed and need help -You have come to the right place. Don't let anything stand in your way of achieving your life's goals, and ultimately feeling better. Capstone Connect is a group practice skilled in play therapy, trauma treatment, and psychotherapy. We are here to help you find solutions to your challenges. Capstone's therapists are master level therapists with advanced skills in psychotherapy and play therapy. We have the expertise to work effectively with diverse challenges including divorce, parenting challenges, behavioral concerns, school, environmental, and medical traumas, adoption, anxiety, and depression.
(832) 981-5496 View (832) 981-5496
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Kevin Lee Daniel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77304
Kevin is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, families, and children navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. His goal is to help clients build resilience and resolve conflicts in a healthy, constructive manner. With the use of techniques such as CBT, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused therapy, one can gain the empowerment to develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and achieving their goals. Kevin’s work also includes Play Therapy for young children. This approach allows them to process emotions, work through challenges, and express themselves using creative activities and play.
Kevin is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, families, and children navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. His goal is to help clients build resilience and resolve conflicts in a healthy, constructive manner. With the use of techniques such as CBT, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused therapy, one can gain the empowerment to develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and achieving their goals. Kevin’s work also includes Play Therapy for young children. This approach allows them to process emotions, work through challenges, and express themselves using creative activities and play.
(936) 237-6181 View (936) 237-6181

Online Therapists

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Shyra Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77057  (Online Only)
I am Dr. Shyra Jones and have been fully licensed in the state of Texas since 2011. My license number is 66025. I have worked with individuals between the ages of 5 to 80 and inn a variety of settings. I like to work to develop a treatment plan that may include techniques to manage negative self-talk, limit habits that no longer work, identify strengths, and help process trauma in order to put it appropriately behind my clients. This may do through the use of expressive arts, getting in touch with the body, and “talk therapy.”
I am Dr. Shyra Jones and have been fully licensed in the state of Texas since 2011. My license number is 66025. I have worked with individuals between the ages of 5 to 80 and inn a variety of settings. I like to work to develop a treatment plan that may include techniques to manage negative self-talk, limit habits that no longer work, identify strengths, and help process trauma in order to put it appropriately behind my clients. This may do through the use of expressive arts, getting in touch with the body, and “talk therapy.”
(346) 550-9902 View (346) 550-9902
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Dr. Sinem Akay-Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
As a Registered Play Therapist who is also specialized in activity therapy, sandtray therapy and expressive arts, I will provide the optimal environment for your child to achieve treatment goals.
Is your child struggling with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, ADHD, oppositional behaviors or other emotional and behavioral problems? Is a traumatic experience still following you or your child around? Are you having difficulties to find the best parenting style and discipline methods? With years of experience working with a wide variety of issues, I am here to help you and your loved ones to achieve your goals towards healing, happiness, and balance! I also work with adoptive and foster parents who want to learn better ways to help their children.
As a Registered Play Therapist who is also specialized in activity therapy, sandtray therapy and expressive arts, I will provide the optimal environment for your child to achieve treatment goals.
Is your child struggling with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, ADHD, oppositional behaviors or other emotional and behavioral problems? Is a traumatic experience still following you or your child around? Are you having difficulties to find the best parenting style and discipline methods? With years of experience working with a wide variety of issues, I am here to help you and your loved ones to achieve your goals towards healing, happiness, and balance! I also work with adoptive and foster parents who want to learn better ways to help their children.
(936) 427-3076 View (936) 427-3076
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Terry J Hoisington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
While it is common to feel "unraveled" when daily stressors or various traumas occur, everyone has the ability to find meaningful solutions. I believe that everyone is unique, so the solution will be different for each person. My desire is to assist clients (ages 10-90), including adolescents, adults and couples, find a balance between a healthy need for relationship and possible psychological, social or spiritual factors within a framework of personal responsibility. After teaching English and Art for 23 years, I experienced the power of expressive arts to unlock inner voices that help students/clients achieve hope and confidence.
While it is common to feel "unraveled" when daily stressors or various traumas occur, everyone has the ability to find meaningful solutions. I believe that everyone is unique, so the solution will be different for each person. My desire is to assist clients (ages 10-90), including adolescents, adults and couples, find a balance between a healthy need for relationship and possible psychological, social or spiritual factors within a framework of personal responsibility. After teaching English and Art for 23 years, I experienced the power of expressive arts to unlock inner voices that help students/clients achieve hope and confidence.
(346) 209-1036 View (346) 209-1036
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Carly Braswell
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
I love combining somatic/body-based interventions with expressive arts in my work with clients.
If you're here it means you are considering starting or continuing your journey towards healing. It can be overwhelming looking for help, not knowing what the process is like, or how to choose therapist that feels right to you. In my office you can bring what you need, whatever that looks like. Get comfortable, maybe you want to kick off your shoes and use the weighted blanket. It's not an overly formal, clinical setting but a place to come as you are as we gently explore how your past and present are interacting and hijacking the future you want.
I love combining somatic/body-based interventions with expressive arts in my work with clients.
If you're here it means you are considering starting or continuing your journey towards healing. It can be overwhelming looking for help, not knowing what the process is like, or how to choose therapist that feels right to you. In my office you can bring what you need, whatever that looks like. Get comfortable, maybe you want to kick off your shoes and use the weighted blanket. It's not an overly formal, clinical setting but a place to come as you are as we gently explore how your past and present are interacting and hijacking the future you want.
(346) 230-5188 View (346) 230-5188
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Anna Sand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT
Verified Verified
Bellaire, TX 77401
I have valuable experience in children and family therapy, expressive arts and supportive play therapy.
Connection, safety and support are what I can immediately offer you. I use evidence-based, effective, therapeutic modalities while also providing a wholistic human relationship. I work to enhance your livelihood mentally, physically, socially and spiritually.
I have valuable experience in children and family therapy, expressive arts and supportive play therapy.
Connection, safety and support are what I can immediately offer you. I use evidence-based, effective, therapeutic modalities while also providing a wholistic human relationship. I work to enhance your livelihood mentally, physically, socially and spiritually.
(346) 515-4359 View (346) 515-4359
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Maria McGreger LPC-Associate; J. Galske Reid LPC-S
LPC Intern, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77027
I specialize in trauma, grief, and expressive arts therapy, offering holistic, counseling tailored to individual needs.
I am a bilingual (Spanish) LPC-Associate dedicated to holistic care tailored to my client's unique values and needs. I work with individuals of all ages, including children over ten, adolescents, adults, and the elderly, in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. I offer services for a variety of presenting concerns, including but not limited to trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress management, self-esteem, attachment issues, teen issues, women's issues, parenting, relationship issues, and more. I offer high-quality, client-centered care focused on achieving long-term, permanent change for a brighter, resilient future.
I specialize in trauma, grief, and expressive arts therapy, offering holistic, counseling tailored to individual needs.
I am a bilingual (Spanish) LPC-Associate dedicated to holistic care tailored to my client's unique values and needs. I work with individuals of all ages, including children over ten, adolescents, adults, and the elderly, in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. I offer services for a variety of presenting concerns, including but not limited to trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress management, self-esteem, attachment issues, teen issues, women's issues, parenting, relationship issues, and more. I offer high-quality, client-centered care focused on achieving long-term, permanent change for a brighter, resilient future.
(346) 644-7063 x12 View (346) 644-7063 x12
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Barbara L. Haralson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Katy, TX 77449
My seasoned journey, lived experiences, and specialty in outpatient psychiatric, clinical services support realistic application, integration of spirituality, and expressive arts options (nature, music, writing, movement, and media).
Going from just being to ‘Being Victorious’ in life is worth the work! Do you want to increase and maintain well-being in motivation, open-mindedness, flexibility, adaptability? How about more introspection, contemplation, consistency, honesty and trust? Being Victorious! Counseling Center PLLC welcomes you to be valorous, valuable, and versatile. With creativity, spirituality, resiliency and growth you are encouraged to attain more fully. Are there more issues and needs which are important for you to process and invest in your desired outcomes?
My seasoned journey, lived experiences, and specialty in outpatient psychiatric, clinical services support realistic application, integration of spirituality, and expressive arts options (nature, music, writing, movement, and media).
Going from just being to ‘Being Victorious’ in life is worth the work! Do you want to increase and maintain well-being in motivation, open-mindedness, flexibility, adaptability? How about more introspection, contemplation, consistency, honesty and trust? Being Victorious! Counseling Center PLLC welcomes you to be valorous, valuable, and versatile. With creativity, spirituality, resiliency and growth you are encouraged to attain more fully. Are there more issues and needs which are important for you to process and invest in your desired outcomes?
(281) 688-6386 View (281) 688-6386
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.