Expressive Arts Therapists in Garland, UT
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I have been specifically trained in EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, expressive arts, Emotionally Focused Therapy (for work with couples), and sand tray therapy.
I believe that everyone has the ability within them to engage with, manage, and heal from life’s challenges, and that therapy provides the space, methods, and tools to do so. I believe peace and well-being are developed through a balance of learning to accept things as they are, while also striving to improve each day. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe environment for individuals to express themselves fully, to help them see themselves as the incredible people they already are, and assist them in moving towards the person they want to be.
I have been specifically trained in EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, expressive arts, Emotionally Focused Therapy (for work with couples), and sand tray therapy.
I believe that everyone has the ability within them to engage with, manage, and heal from life’s challenges, and that therapy provides the space, methods, and tools to do so. I believe peace and well-being are developed through a balance of learning to accept things as they are, while also striving to improve each day. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe environment for individuals to express themselves fully, to help them see themselves as the incredible people they already are, and assist them in moving towards the person they want to be.
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Kasi Good
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
I am trained in a variety of modalities including sand/play/ expressive arts, trauma therapies such as EMDR and IFS and talk therapies such as client-centered and mindfulness-based therapies.
At some point, you may have felt like you've lost sight of who you are and what you want. Whether that's due to mental illness, trauma, low self-worth, relationship challenges, or unexpected life changes, sometimes you just need someone to help guide you, and be present with you, through the struggle. I specialize in working with shame, perfectionism, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, faith transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues. I believe that each individual has within them the ability to heal, grow, thrive, and become their true selves. It is my goal to help my clients harness that ability.
I am trained in a variety of modalities including sand/play/ expressive arts, trauma therapies such as EMDR and IFS and talk therapies such as client-centered and mindfulness-based therapies.
At some point, you may have felt like you've lost sight of who you are and what you want. Whether that's due to mental illness, trauma, low self-worth, relationship challenges, or unexpected life changes, sometimes you just need someone to help guide you, and be present with you, through the struggle. I specialize in working with shame, perfectionism, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, faith transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues. I believe that each individual has within them the ability to heal, grow, thrive, and become their true selves. It is my goal to help my clients harness that ability.
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Elizabeth R Harding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland, UT 84003 (Online Only)
I use multiple modalities including expressive arts therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), play therapy, and family therapy.
I believe in the goodness and strengths of others and seek to empower clients as they work towards their goals. I view the healing process as a collaborative endeavor, and I regard you as the expert in your life. I use a strengths-based, solution focused approach to support healthy coping strategies for healing, personal success, and symptom relief.
I use multiple modalities including expressive arts therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), play therapy, and family therapy.
I believe in the goodness and strengths of others and seek to empower clients as they work towards their goals. I view the healing process as a collaborative endeavor, and I regard you as the expert in your life. I use a strengths-based, solution focused approach to support healthy coping strategies for healing, personal success, and symptom relief.
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Shannon Mcquade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMT, CHT
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84124 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Depending on your needs we may enhance talk therapy with EMDR, IFS, Clinical Hypnosis, Ketamine Therapy, DBT, Myers Briggs, ADHD coaching, and/or Expressive Arts Therapy.
The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are - Carl Jung… This quote has been my guiding inspiration on my own journey and in my work with others. It can be so easy to lose yourself in the day to day endeavor of living. This can be particularly true for those who have suffered with a history of trauma. Fortunately, within a trusting therapeutic relationship, it is possible to find yourself and become the person you truly are. I have witnessed this happen again and again.
Depending on your needs we may enhance talk therapy with EMDR, IFS, Clinical Hypnosis, Ketamine Therapy, DBT, Myers Briggs, ADHD coaching, and/or Expressive Arts Therapy.
The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are - Carl Jung… This quote has been my guiding inspiration on my own journey and in my work with others. It can be so easy to lose yourself in the day to day endeavor of living. This can be particularly true for those who have suffered with a history of trauma. Fortunately, within a trusting therapeutic relationship, it is possible to find yourself and become the person you truly are. I have witnessed this happen again and again.
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Andrea Lauritzen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ogden, UT 84403
I am a mental health center specializing in early intervention, healing trauma in youth and adults, building healthy coping skills, and strengthening families across generations. I work with 2yrs through adults, and engage clients in play and expressive arts therapy, sandtray, and CranioSacral therapy per their goals. I support clients struggling with trauma, child abuse issues, divorce, depression, anxiety, behavioral challenges, and blended families. I offer after-school and evening hours. I provide a safe and supportive, strengths-based therapy unique to each client situation and their desired outcomes.
I am a mental health center specializing in early intervention, healing trauma in youth and adults, building healthy coping skills, and strengthening families across generations. I work with 2yrs through adults, and engage clients in play and expressive arts therapy, sandtray, and CranioSacral therapy per their goals. I support clients struggling with trauma, child abuse issues, divorce, depression, anxiety, behavioral challenges, and blended families. I offer after-school and evening hours. I provide a safe and supportive, strengths-based therapy unique to each client situation and their desired outcomes.
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Specialties include anxiety, depression, disability adjustment, domestic violence recovery, LGBTQA+, Grief, Stepfamilies, Trauma and PTSD, Spiritual Abuse and Religion Adjustment, Expressive Arts Therapy, Couples and Family Counseling, Vocational Counseling, Drama Therapy, and More.
Now accepting clients. As a therapist I want to know you as a full person. I will then look at the methods I have studied to help you figure out the best path to treatment. I have worked with teenagers in crisis, couples needing assistance, parents struggling to connect, people with severe depression, those struggling with addiction, and much more. I am an LGBTQA+ ally. I have helped people deconstruct religious trauma. I have also helped with other types of abuse and trauma. I specialize in expressive arts therapeutic approaches, somatic approaches, and development of self-care and coping skills. I want to help you know your story.
Specialties include anxiety, depression, disability adjustment, domestic violence recovery, LGBTQA+, Grief, Stepfamilies, Trauma and PTSD, Spiritual Abuse and Religion Adjustment, Expressive Arts Therapy, Couples and Family Counseling, Vocational Counseling, Drama Therapy, and More.
Now accepting clients. As a therapist I want to know you as a full person. I will then look at the methods I have studied to help you figure out the best path to treatment. I have worked with teenagers in crisis, couples needing assistance, parents struggling to connect, people with severe depression, those struggling with addiction, and much more. I am an LGBTQA+ ally. I have helped people deconstruct religious trauma. I have also helped with other types of abuse and trauma. I specialize in expressive arts therapeutic approaches, somatic approaches, and development of self-care and coping skills. I want to help you know your story.
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A session with me may include EMDR, expressive arts, internal family systems (IFS), psychodrama, yoga, sand tray, or time in nature in addition to traditional talk therapies such as CPT and DBT.
It can be discouraging to feel deeply that something is wrong in your mind or body, but not know how to fix it or change. Maybe you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, chronic pain, or relationship issues. Feelings of hopelessness or frustration can be overwhelming, but I can assure you - you are not broken. Everything you need to heal is already inside you, and I am here to walk with you as you reconnect with that inherent wisdom. Talk therapy alone may not be enough to tap into your inner knowing and heal your wounded parts. If you're ready to move beyond talk therapy, this is the place for you.
A session with me may include EMDR, expressive arts, internal family systems (IFS), psychodrama, yoga, sand tray, or time in nature in addition to traditional talk therapies such as CPT and DBT.
It can be discouraging to feel deeply that something is wrong in your mind or body, but not know how to fix it or change. Maybe you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, chronic pain, or relationship issues. Feelings of hopelessness or frustration can be overwhelming, but I can assure you - you are not broken. Everything you need to heal is already inside you, and I am here to walk with you as you reconnect with that inherent wisdom. Talk therapy alone may not be enough to tap into your inner knowing and heal your wounded parts. If you're ready to move beyond talk therapy, this is the place for you.
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Loraine Hunter / Navigating Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpine, UT 84004
Come find hope and peace again. Work through challenges, adjustments, and trauma and transform your relationships. Learn solid coping skills and emotional regulation. We have therapists who use Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EFT, CBT, EMDR, ART and more. Be prepared to feel listened to and validated; to integrate the latest in brain science into your therapy; to do daily therapy homework and to see changes in your life. If Alpine is too far, we offer online appointments for clients in the state of Utah and have a team of therapists available to help. Schedule today at navigatingfamily.com Medicaid paneled.
Come find hope and peace again. Work through challenges, adjustments, and trauma and transform your relationships. Learn solid coping skills and emotional regulation. We have therapists who use Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EFT, CBT, EMDR, ART and more. Be prepared to feel listened to and validated; to integrate the latest in brain science into your therapy; to do daily therapy homework and to see changes in your life. If Alpine is too far, we offer online appointments for clients in the state of Utah and have a team of therapists available to help. Schedule today at navigatingfamily.com Medicaid paneled.
![Photo of Kalli Kronmiller, CMHC, MA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51ff251d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am an Expressive Arts Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, 200 Hour Certified Yoga Instructor, and Restorative Partner Yoga Practitioner.
Healing is real and possible. Suffering does not have to last. I help clients live authentically, find more peace, and connect more to self and others by increasing awareness and acceptance of emotions, increasing body discernment/somatic mindfulness, and enhancing the body/mind/spirit connection. Feeling better comes through learning to regulate the nervous system through the reprocessing of old trauma and healing one's attachment wounds, expressing emotions using expressive arts/music/movement/drumming/psychodrama/writing/etc., learning to re-frame negative thoughts, increasing shame resilience, and practicing self-compassion.
I am an Expressive Arts Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, 200 Hour Certified Yoga Instructor, and Restorative Partner Yoga Practitioner.
Healing is real and possible. Suffering does not have to last. I help clients live authentically, find more peace, and connect more to self and others by increasing awareness and acceptance of emotions, increasing body discernment/somatic mindfulness, and enhancing the body/mind/spirit connection. Feeling better comes through learning to regulate the nervous system through the reprocessing of old trauma and healing one's attachment wounds, expressing emotions using expressive arts/music/movement/drumming/psychodrama/writing/etc., learning to re-frame negative thoughts, increasing shame resilience, and practicing self-compassion.
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Using a range of therapeutic approaches, including play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and expressive arts, I help my clients process their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and empower them to make lasting positive changes.
I deeply believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship, and I am passionate about working with children, teens, and young adults. I use playfulness and humor to build strong connections with my clients, and I strive to create a safe and accepting space where clients feel comfortable being their authentic selves.
Using a range of therapeutic approaches, including play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and expressive arts, I help my clients process their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and empower them to make lasting positive changes.
I deeply believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship, and I am passionate about working with children, teens, and young adults. I use playfulness and humor to build strong connections with my clients, and I strive to create a safe and accepting space where clients feel comfortable being their authentic selves.
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We may use Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, DBT Expressive Arts therapy, IFS therapy, and other psychodynamic modalities that facilitate psychological self-reflection and growth.
Although we cannot always remove obstacles in life, we can develop resiliency and coping skills that help us navigate towards fulfillment and growth. It is my fundamental belief that our personal history does not have to determine our future. In my clinical practice, I create a safe, compassionate therapeutic environment where thoughts and feelings are processed to guide you to your unique expression of fulfillment. I am an intern psychotherapist specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy serving children, adolescents, and adults.
We may use Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, DBT Expressive Arts therapy, IFS therapy, and other psychodynamic modalities that facilitate psychological self-reflection and growth.
Although we cannot always remove obstacles in life, we can develop resiliency and coping skills that help us navigate towards fulfillment and growth. It is my fundamental belief that our personal history does not have to determine our future. In my clinical practice, I create a safe, compassionate therapeutic environment where thoughts and feelings are processed to guide you to your unique expression of fulfillment. I am an intern psychotherapist specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy serving children, adolescents, and adults.
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Halie Boardman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYP-500
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Draper, UT 84020
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or your loved ones? Are you overwhelmed by current life stressors or find that past experiences are interfering with your ability to connect and function from day to day? Whether you are looking for skills, insights, solutions,or simply a safe place to express yourself, THERE IS HOPE. I provide space that allows individuals to feel safe enough to express their thoughts and emotions and find more meaning in life as self-awareness increases, the ability to deal with difficult emotions and heal from overwhelming experiences feels possible & confidence in navigating life's difficulties grows.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or your loved ones? Are you overwhelmed by current life stressors or find that past experiences are interfering with your ability to connect and function from day to day? Whether you are looking for skills, insights, solutions,or simply a safe place to express yourself, THERE IS HOPE. I provide space that allows individuals to feel safe enough to express their thoughts and emotions and find more meaning in life as self-awareness increases, the ability to deal with difficult emotions and heal from overwhelming experiences feels possible & confidence in navigating life's difficulties grows.
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Unlock your potential and reclaim your life with a unique approach to therapy. At the core of my practice is the belief that mental health influences every aspect of life, from building meaningful relationships to maintaining personal well-being. With the right support and a willingness to embrace vulnerability, therapy can restore one's sense of self to heal, grow and thrive.
Unlock your potential and reclaim your life with a unique approach to therapy. At the core of my practice is the belief that mental health influences every aspect of life, from building meaningful relationships to maintaining personal well-being. With the right support and a willingness to embrace vulnerability, therapy can restore one's sense of self to heal, grow and thrive.
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Rachel Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84060 (Online Only)
In life, difficult situations occur. These experiences can make us anxious, question ourselves and our self-worth, and affect our ability to connect with others and plan for the future we desire. Through EMDR, ART, and a mix of other empirically based modalities, it is possible to heal from past trauma, feel more empowered, and increase life satisfaction generally. I have been in the field for twenty years and a therapist for thirteen. I have also been an administrator, supervisor, and trainer for therapists. During that time, I have come to appreciate how change is possible in our lives and in our relationships with others.
In life, difficult situations occur. These experiences can make us anxious, question ourselves and our self-worth, and affect our ability to connect with others and plan for the future we desire. Through EMDR, ART, and a mix of other empirically based modalities, it is possible to heal from past trauma, feel more empowered, and increase life satisfaction generally. I have been in the field for twenty years and a therapist for thirteen. I have also been an administrator, supervisor, and trainer for therapists. During that time, I have come to appreciate how change is possible in our lives and in our relationships with others.
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Hopeful Alliance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cottonwood Heights, UT 84047
Life is full of unexpected bumps, making handling the emotional and behavioral responses that follow them challenging. Many who walk in my door already know what they need and want. My role is to be not only a listening ear but also to provide insight and skills to assist with your healing. I believe in tailoring my treatment to fit your individual needs and making building a solid therapeutic relationship a priority.
Life is full of unexpected bumps, making handling the emotional and behavioral responses that follow them challenging. Many who walk in my door already know what they need and want. My role is to be not only a listening ear but also to provide insight and skills to assist with your healing. I believe in tailoring my treatment to fit your individual needs and making building a solid therapeutic relationship a priority.
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Lorene Noack, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Stansbury Park, UT 84074 (Online Only)
Whether you are seeking counseling services for yourself, your child or your family, please know that there is hope. Choosing this step in your life takes courage and strength. I will support and guide you to reach your goals. I am semi-retired, so I can only accept a few clients at a time. I offer telehealth exclusively through ZOOM, which allows us to work together in the comfort of your home or office. I am licensed in both Utah and California.
Whether you are seeking counseling services for yourself, your child or your family, please know that there is hope. Choosing this step in your life takes courage and strength. I will support and guide you to reach your goals. I am semi-retired, so I can only accept a few clients at a time. I offer telehealth exclusively through ZOOM, which allows us to work together in the comfort of your home or office. I am licensed in both Utah and California.
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Salt City Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
We are an inclusive, somatic, neurodiverse, trauma informed, and sensitive therapy practice nestled in the Liberty Wells area of Salt Lake City, Utah working with couples, adolescents, and adults.
We are an inclusive, somatic, neurodiverse, trauma informed, and sensitive therapy practice nestled in the Liberty Wells area of Salt Lake City, Utah working with couples, adolescents, and adults.
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Rachel Brown Wanderlight Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Dark Night of the Soul? Sounds like you're paying attention. If you desire a light on and a human to sit with you, root with you and root for you, I will join you on your journey with your lantern out looking for yourself. If a childlike part of you yearns for nurturing and to be reminded of your beauty, I will support you in embodying as much of your own magic as you are willing to give yourself. I am here to remind you every time you forget that you are precious and irreplaceable in this world.
Dark Night of the Soul? Sounds like you're paying attention. If you desire a light on and a human to sit with you, root with you and root for you, I will join you on your journey with your lantern out looking for yourself. If a childlike part of you yearns for nurturing and to be reminded of your beauty, I will support you in embodying as much of your own magic as you are willing to give yourself. I am here to remind you every time you forget that you are precious and irreplaceable in this world.
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Hi, I'm Reevkah and I'm so glad you're here. Life can be difficult, and finding joy can feel out of reach. But I have seen the transformative power of therapy bring happiness to clients who didn't believe it could happen for them. I feel lucky to be part of my client's journey to reaching their goals - which are more attainable than we usually realize. Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem, mom-guilt, infertility, faith crises, trauma and relationship concerns.
Hi, I'm Reevkah and I'm so glad you're here. Life can be difficult, and finding joy can feel out of reach. But I have seen the transformative power of therapy bring happiness to clients who didn't believe it could happen for them. I feel lucky to be part of my client's journey to reaching their goals - which are more attainable than we usually realize. Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem, mom-guilt, infertility, faith crises, trauma and relationship concerns.
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Do you tend to be self-critical or make the same mistakes over and over again and believe it's too hard to change? Are you often overwhelmed or paralyzed by strong negative emotions? Become your own best friend by learning how to have compassionate and constructive conversations with yourself. Having an understanding and true compassion for all aspects of ourselves can alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, and transform the way we cope with strong emotions.
Do you tend to be self-critical or make the same mistakes over and over again and believe it's too hard to change? Are you often overwhelmed or paralyzed by strong negative emotions? Become your own best friend by learning how to have compassionate and constructive conversations with yourself. Having an understanding and true compassion for all aspects of ourselves can alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, and transform the way we cope with strong emotions.
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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.