Art therapy offers a non-verbal outlet for expressing emotions and communicating through the clients visual language.
My approach is collaborative, eclectic and person-centered. Drawing from the studio model of art therapy, where the art making is at the center of the therapeutic work, my clients are self-directed and encouraged to create freely and at their own pace. I will often make art alongside or provide a “third hand” in their work as a way to facilitate communication (both verbally and non-verbally) and to promote trust in the therapeutic relationship.
My background is primarily in working with children, adolescents and adults with developmental delays, neurodevelopmental disabilities, cognitive impairments, or learning deficits such as ADHD. We work together to explore methods for managing stress, develop healthy coping strategies, and navigate relationships and positive ways of connecting with people. Much of this occurs through the creative process.
I currently work at LAND Studio & Gallery, a studio based day habilitation program for neurodiverse artists provided through the League Education and Treatment Center in Brooklyn.
I’m now taking new clients, offering both individual sessions and groups, both on sliding scale of payment.