Art Therapy in Los Angeles, CA

Art Therapist for help with • Parenting • Adulting • Aging • Grieving —You finally realize you really need some customized tools to navigate your current situation. You’re creative & have tried solving tough problems on your own, but it just isn't working & you’re actually ready to do this. A couch & a box of tissues just isn’t enough. I can help. Art Therapy is a comfortable way to gently learn how your unique brain works & get you (or a loved one) back on track. Using a variety of visual methods and art materials, we’ll lay your issues out on paper to help explore solutions and meaningfully respond to your personal situation..

I am a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 117039 ), working under the supervision of Cristy Pareti, PsyD, LMFT. I earned my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University and received my Bachelors Degree from Emerson College. My Clinical experience includes working with individuals whom struggle with anxiety, depression, life skills, substance abuse, eating disorders, trauma and interpersonal relationship difficulties.My modality is a mixture of of many psychological techniques as well as creative skills. This includes a blend of existentialism, mindfulness, humor, art and behavioral skills.

I know taking the first step can be challenging, and as your therapist I will always seek to support you. I specialize in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate life’s difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma and intergenerational trauma, life transitions and stressors, grief and loss, identity and self esteem issues, parenting, and beyond. I approach therapy through a social justice lens, which has always been central to who I am.

I am an Associate MFT and Art Therapist passionate about helping children, adolescents, and young adults overcome trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem, and perfectionism. Through a combination of traditional talk therapy, art therapy techniques, and evidence-based interventions, I aim to help clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and foster a positive self-image. I believe that it is not what happens to you, but how you handle it and harness change that really shapes your life.

I am a Licensed Marriage & Family therapist and Board Certified Art Therapist. My approach to therapy is collaborative, direct and empathetic. I believe that change can only happen within the context of a safe space and trusting relationship, and therefore I emphasize creating a warm connection. My therapeutic work involves using self-compassion and mindfulness skills to increase your window of tolerance for difficult emotions and help you live authentically. If you are struggling with relationship or identity issues, processing traumatic experiences or exploring attachment wounds, I may be a good fit for you.

Immediate openings in Los Angeles! We strive to make therapy accessible to everyone. We accept insurance, and have weekend and evening availability, with appts offered as late as 7 pm! You will find that my associates and I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow. We love children and families. Our goal is to help kids have emotional healthy childhoods and support parents in peaceful family interactions. Please see our website to read more about the qualified and amazing therapists available to help you reach your goals. We thank you for considering us in this important investment in yourself.

Life can create obstacles and therapy is there to support you with tackling the things that are weighing you down. I create a safe place to process your thoughts/feelings and provide insight around your patterns/behaviors. It can be scary to make changes in life, but the results of facing hard things can be rewarding and empowering. My approach to therapy is strength based, client-centered, & holistically grounded.

Life can be complicated, full of change and challenges. Although we have all come up with ways get through these times or cope, sometimes challenges persist, resurface or feel overwhelming. Significant change requires deep personal examination, something difficult to do on our own. Psychotherapy is an effective way to help us understand our behavior and its connection to our inner emotional experience. It helps to resolve common problems that often impact our daily functioning including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, bereavement, and difficult life phases. Psychotherapy is a supportive process promoting exploration, growth and change.

I offer empathy and safety, an opportunity for you to feel truly “heard” by someone who cares. My sessions consist of both processing emotions and exercises/tools to support your unique needs & goals. My name is Sheryl Doering, a licensed marriage & family therapist & registered art therapist.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 7 years of experience working as a clinical social worker. I am also a registered art therapist (ATR). I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, family conflicts, domestic violence, military trauma, caregiver-fatigue, and loss and grief. I am eclectic in therapeutic modalities, but my core principle is grounded in psychodynamic and insight-oriented therapy. I believe that clients are the experts of their lives, and my role in therapy is to be their ally and assistant.

Have painful life experiences affected your sense of self and ability to feel safe? Do you find it difficult to stay rooted in the present moment and are often overwhelmed by thoughts and fears? Through the safety of the therapeutic relationship and the utilization of the creative process, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable insight, examine and challenge harmful patterns and self-defeating narratives, and connect to your deepest sense of knowing. As a trauma-informed art therapist, I am deeply passionate about the healing powers of the creative process, self-expression, imagination, and storytelling.

I help clients find paths that nurture and grow parts of the self that can enhance one’s experience of life to be fulfilling and whole. People come to me wanting to find out why their life is not satisfying and what could be done to work towards that goal. Often times they are stuck in life situations that block creativity and paths to self defined success. Goals often include happiness, pain relief (physical, mental, spiritual, emotional), self-awareness, productivity, insight, improved socialization, healthy relationships (or finding one), meaning, and contentment with life.

Are feeling lonely, stressed, overwhelmed, and like you need help to organize next steps to feel better? Please feel welcome to reach out to see if we are a fit. Therapy can be especially helpful during big life transitions (divorce, grief, career). I offer personalized psychotherapy using evidence-based practice - CBT, EMDR, Existential Therapy, Positive Psychology. I am also certified as an art therapy based life coach, and can use principles of coaching, art therapy and narrative therapy. In addition, I am a certified mindfulness teacher, including certification for Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, MBSR.

Welcome! I provide support to individuals, couples, kink, and various polyamorous/ethically non-monogamous relational structures to guide them toward sexual wellness and health with an emphasis on communication, pleasure, and intimacy. I am also an avid advocate for combatting stigma in regard to STI/STDs, providing education on safe disclosures, and anxiety surrounding initial diagnoses. I've worked with folks with disabilities and chronic illness/pain, sex workers, survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, LGBTQIA+, reproductive and perinatal issues, and those struggling with cultural identity and religious trauma.

Are you interested in learning more about a therapeutic journey where art, play, and creativity will become powerful tools for healing and growth? I'm here to guide you through a world where therapy isn't just about talking – it's about painting, sculpting, and imagining. As a therapist deeply passionate about working with children, I've discovered that art, expressive arts, and play therapy offer profound avenues for emotional expression and transformation. So, if you're ready to witness your child's potential unfold in a space where imagination knows no bounds, I would be so honored to be a part of your journey!

My goal is to help you achieve your goals. Having done this work for 30 years the issues that have sadly remained consistent are the high levels of child sexual abuse and adult sexual assault, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. A significant number of people will have an assault in their lifetime, so you are not alone. My doc dissertation was on sexual trauma, resilience (surviving), & posttraumatic growth (thriving). I am dedicated to all types of trauma and see that people can not only get better but they can choose the life they wish to live, often with help of a therapist and a desire to change.

My goal as a therapist is to help you make positive and lasting changes in your life. You will find me engaged, competent, and collaborative. I have a good sense of humor, am compassionate but am also willing to ask you the difficult questions. I work with my clients to clarify their inner values and locate and develop inner strength and courage to make the changes they want to live more rich and fulfilling lives.

Jade Tree is a collective of psychotherapists who offer holistic, professional, artful, compassionate therapy for adults, couples and adolescents. We tailor our caring, hands-on approach to each client, and our aim is to help you become the person you want to be. We believe that real lasting change is possible, and we have the skill and dedication to help you get there.

It can be hard growing up in Los Angeles and dealing with the intense pressure of school, family and friends. It's also hard trying to be an adult, working to establish one's self and feel comfortable in saying, "This is who I am, this is who I want to be." We all come through this process with different stories, experiences and perspective. I love to work with families and individuals on this journey. I have over ten years of experience working with families during their deepest moments of pain and confusion, joy and growth. These years of work with a diverse set of people and needs helps to inform my interactions with clients.