Expressive Arts Therapists in 92614
The Mindful Lemon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92614 (Online Only)
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Jennifer Uhlman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92614
Ever felt as though you no longer have control over your own story, as if anxiety and depression are villains preventing you from enjoying the adventures and stories of your own life? I am here to help you find empowerment, growth, and healing and accomplish your goals as we use your passions to help re-author your own story. We can also work together in person or via teletherapy, and if you're a parent seeking help for your children, there are ways to work together online if that better fits your needs.
Ever felt as though you no longer have control over your own story, as if anxiety and depression are villains preventing you from enjoying the adventures and stories of your own life? I am here to help you find empowerment, growth, and healing and accomplish your goals as we use your passions to help re-author your own story. We can also work together in person or via teletherapy, and if you're a parent seeking help for your children, there are ways to work together online if that better fits your needs.
Alicia Malec
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92614
Jaci Schoen - Relationship Focus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92614
Not accepting new clients
While working from an interpersonal, relational perspective with all clients, I incorporate Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT) when working with couples, and use experiential methods and expressive arts approaches for both individuals and couples.
If you’ve experienced difficulties in your current relationship you may be torn between fulfillment of your innermost needs and reactivation of your deepest wounds. These rifts may overshadow your ability to feel joy, wellness and hopefulness. We will work together to rebuild and enliven your connection. My calm, empathic demeanor invites you into a confidential, nonjudgmental space where we can discuss your concerns. My goal is to foster a trusting therapy relationship with you as we address these concerns, nourish your healing process, and encourage your ongoing personal growth.
While working from an interpersonal, relational perspective with all clients, I incorporate Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT) when working with couples, and use experiential methods and expressive arts approaches for both individuals and couples.
If you’ve experienced difficulties in your current relationship you may be torn between fulfillment of your innermost needs and reactivation of your deepest wounds. These rifts may overshadow your ability to feel joy, wellness and hopefulness. We will work together to rebuild and enliven your connection. My calm, empathic demeanor invites you into a confidential, nonjudgmental space where we can discuss your concerns. My goal is to foster a trusting therapy relationship with you as we address these concerns, nourish your healing process, and encourage your ongoing personal growth.
Dr. Marie Moore
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92614 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you a woman trying to make sense of life? Being a female has its passions and pitfalls. Physiological and hormonal changes, as well as life stressors can affect our mood at any of our developmental stages. Thus, many of times, making us feel exhausted and unsure of ourselves. Feeling this way does not mean you are losing your mind. It means, you need some assistance in getting past a growing pain in your development, only to emerge with stronger and healthier coping skills.
Are you a woman trying to make sense of life? Being a female has its passions and pitfalls. Physiological and hormonal changes, as well as life stressors can affect our mood at any of our developmental stages. Thus, many of times, making us feel exhausted and unsure of ourselves. Feeling this way does not mean you are losing your mind. It means, you need some assistance in getting past a growing pain in your development, only to emerge with stronger and healthier coping skills.
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Expressive Arts Therapists
What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.