Find Art Therapy Therapists & Counselors in Chapel Hill, NC.

 

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 Chapel Hill, the suburbs of Chapel Hill, other nearby places such as Raleigh, Cary, or anywhere else in North Carolina, 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 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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Explore behavior and thoughts patterns that need to be unlearned and reframed. Explore various techniques to assist in managing depression, anxiety, negative thinking, codependency, low motivation, poor self-esteem, and managing emotions.

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I have a person-centered approach meaning that I believe my clients have what it takes within them to accomplish their goals. We will work to identify your strengths and values so that we can find ways for you to get what matters most.

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Work collaboratively as team in order to accomplish your goals and meet your therapeutic needs. Everyone's journey is unique and my goal is to help support you while navigating through life's most difficult challenges.

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I offer an informal, nonjudgmental, and integrated approach when it comes to counseling. I want you to feel comfortable and trusting in me as your therapist.

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Together we will collaborate on finding supportive solutions that are unique and do-able for my clients, pulling in their strengths, creativity and environmental supports.

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I hold a core belief that no one wants to be "bad" or do "bad." I love to find moments of humor and connection, but I am also prepared to sit with my clients in pain and processing. I enjoy pulling my client's creative strengths and problem solving.

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Through our collaboration together you can learn more about yourself, share some laughs, and gain some skills. Let’s work together to help you thrive!

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My hope is to give folks a place to safely explore and connect with their authentic self. In sessions I like to engage folks in mindfulness and body-oriented/somatic techniques. I am EMDR trained and enjoy utilizing this tool with clients.

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