Jennifer Patterson, MA, LMFT
Individual & Family Therapist/Art Therapist

Patterson Counseling

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Art therapy and counseling can take many different forms, depending on the therapist, the client, and the relationship they build with one another. Art therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses art materials, such as paints, chalk and markers to gain insight into underlying thoughts and feelings that might be difficult to put into words but can be expressed through art making.

People go to counseling for a variety of reasons. Sometimes people are looking for insight and new awareness about what is happening in their lives, they want to change their situation, or sort through a difficult...[more]

Art therapy and counseling can take many different forms, depending on the therapist, the client, and the relationship they build with one another. Art therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses art materials, such as paints, chalk and markers to gain insight into underlying thoughts and feelings that might be difficult to put into words but can be expressed through art making.

People go to counseling for a variety of reasons. Sometimes people are looking for insight and new awareness about what is happening in their lives, they want to change their situation, or sort through a difficult decision.

Through a combination of traditional talk therapy and art therapy techniques, we will work together to identify the challenges you face and begin the process of achieving your goals. Art making isn't just for the kids; everyone is capable of creative expression, even the adult who hasn't picked up a crayon or paintbrush since elementary school.

Art therapy may be integrated into counseling as a nonverbal alternative or addition to the process. The goals that will serve as the backbone of the counseling experience may include stress reduction, problem solving, and increased communication skills.

In my private practice I utilize an eclectic blend of theoretical frameworks and techniques to achieve client goals including cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, client-centered, and gestalt. I offer a free consultation to give you the chance to get to know me and decide if this is the right fit for you.

Art therapy isn't about what you make, but what happens as you experience the process, and how you may begin to see things differently. [less]