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Art therapy is a type of therapy that utilizes artistic processes in the process to improve mental well-being. Art therapy creates the space for you to express your feelings and thoughts through ways other than words and talking.

Some of the most common techniques that mental professionals employ in art therapy include:

  • Painting
  • Drawing
  • Clay sculpture
  • Coloring
  • Collage
  • Photography

For someone who struggles to express their emotions and experiences through words alone, art therapy enables them to express themselves through visual representations. Art therapy is often paired with other types of therapy to better get to the root of and heal from mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, and eating disorders.

Whether you are located in downtown Suffolk, the suburbs of Suffolk, other nearby places such as Newport News, Chesapeake, or anywhere else in Virginia, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Art Therapy Benefits

There are many benefits that come along with art therapy, and here are a few of them:

  • Self-awareness.
  • Self-expression.
  • Lower levels of stress.
  • Increased self-esteem.
  • Improved motor function.
  • Freer communication.

The benefits of art therapy apply to children, teens, and adults regardless of artistic ability. If you are interested in art therapy, read this article by licensed therapist Marla Berger about how art therapy heals.

Get Started with Art Therapy Today!

The best way to find out whether art therapy is for you is to seek out a licensed therapist who specializes in art therapy. And that’s why we’re here! Mental Health Match can help you get started by quickly matching you with a professional art therapist. Begin by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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build the skills and mindset you need to cultivate self-compassion, set better boundaries, and quiet your inner critic. As we grow our connection, we’ll go at your own pace so that therapy feels grounding and comfortable.

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I will help you figure out what’s behind anxiety, perfectionism, and self-criticism - and what fuels it in both your mind and body. Together, we'll work on soothing and quieting very reactive minds and nerves - all with a little fun and laughter.

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  • Adolescents
  • Anxiety
  • Boundaries
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  • Self-Worth
  • Working Professionals
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talk about hard things, explore what matters to you, and collaborate in figuring out what you need to be well. The path to healing is bold and unpredictable. It's an honor and a privilege to accompany you on it.

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My professional background is heavy in yoga and creative arts. I am especially interested in the ways that language shapes cognition. I am a SWVA native with a deep love for our region and an understanding of its many complexities.

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  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Depression
  • Identity
  • Life Changes
  • Trauma
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I am a Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in TX, VA, CT. www.allisontardif.com Clients have the option to engage in an art therapy process. No art experience required.

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  • Body Image
  • College Students
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  • Eating Disorders
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Together, we will identify the things you notice interfering with the life you want to live. The moments from the past that keep you from moving forward, the anxiety or fear that paralyze you now. Together we will create a plan for your best life.


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Together, we will identify the things you notice interfering with the life you want to live. The moments from the past that keep you from moving forward, the anxiety or fear that paralyze you now. Together we will create a plan for your best life.

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My approach is rarely the same twice. I always use Evidence Based Practices, however, my approach is completely dependent on the individual working with me. As a clinical social worker, I work to always put the individual at the center of our work.

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  • Postpartum Depression
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
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  • Trauma From Abuse
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Many individuals experience difficulty with navigating through the transitions of life, obstacles in their environments, and regulation of emotions. Together we will work on any of those challenges that you may be facing.

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My goal is to use the holistic approach to guide those I work with to utilize their strengths in a way that creates healthy patterns of coping. I provide therapy accordingly to the need of the client.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Conduct Disorder
  • Depression
  • Grief
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  • Persistant Depressive Disorder
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