If you find yourself repeating patterns, like struggling to finish creative projects, getting into the same kind of unsatisfying relationships over and over, or not living life as fully as you’d like within the circumstances you are given, we may be a good fit. I like to work with people who are curious about themselves. I will listen closely to what you have to say, through your words, embodiment, and perhaps artmaking, and help you illuminate themes and ideas that may surprise you. As a board-certified art therapist (ATR-BC), licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC), and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), I collaborate with my clients to find more meaning in their lives. I meet with adults in person and on telehealth and am licensed in Illinois and MIchigan (in person for Chicago only). I am trained in Somatic Experiencing, and may incorporate body-based methods into our work together.
What is Art Therapy?
Art therapy is similar to talk therapy, except it involves more than words alone. You don't have to be an artist to participate in art therapy. Have you ever had the feeling that you wanted to express something but couldn't find the words? Art therapy provides the opportunity to communicate in a new way, to understand yourself and your environment more deeply than conversation can allow. Often unexpected results show up in the artwork that can inform us about ourselves. I am trained in psychotherapy, art therapy, and Somatic Experiencing. We will work together to find the balance between talking, artmaking, and somatic practice that best fits you.
