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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 Las Cruces, the suburbs of Las Cruces, other nearby places such as Roswell, Albuquerque, or anywhere else in New Mexico, 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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I use gentle, empowering approaches such as clinical hypnosis, mindfulness, expressive arts, dreamwork, "parts" therapy, and body-oriented psychotherapy to support clients in uncovering their inner wisdom and stepping into their true Selves.

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My goal is to provide patient-centered care, solution-focused therapy, and empower my clients while building a comfortable, caring, and non-judgmental atmosphere.

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I have worked with clients in severe emotional distress, and also with clients who just feel a need to "find a new path forward". Many of my clients are survivors of trauma, dealing with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, or grief.

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I am a compassionate and relational therapist who will explore with you the different parts of you. I believe that each part of ourselves is valuable. As humans we all deserve to be seen, heard, validated. I hold the umbrella for my clients.

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I am very client driven. I will listen and follow the clients lead and do my very best to assist in solving the problem and if we cannot find a solution, I am honest and we can talk through it!

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