Laura Seftel, Art Therapy Studio of Northampton, MA

Envision a new path for yourself - no art experience needed!
Counseling and Art Therapy for adults (age 18 +) in a studio setting provided by an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor/ Board Certified Art Therapist.

Art Therapy uses art-making and other expressive techniques to access the transformational power of the creative process. By bringing our personal imagery into therapy, we explore and resolve issues in creative, and sometimes unexpected, ways.

Treatment specializations includes:

- Therapy for Depression and Anxiety
- Resolving Trauma
- Improving Relationships
- Moving through Life Transitions
- Compassionate Grief Counseling
- Support for Infertility, Miscarriage and other pregnancy-related losses
- Reconnecting with your creativity

I also provide consultation/supervision and in-service training for practitioners interested in learning more about the field of art therapy.

Publications by Laura Seftel

"Grief Unseen: Healing Pregnancy Loss Through the Arts" (London, 2006)

“Wise, comforting, and pragmatic, this book tutors all of us in the power of the creative arts to support the healing process that is native to the human soul.” -- Pat B. Allen, author "Art is a Way of Knowing"

"Thoughtfully written...Beautifully integrating counseling theory with examples from creative art therapy..." -- Nursing Standard (UK)

Profile and Credentials

Laura Seftel, LMHC, ATR-BC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist in practice for over 25 years. Based in Northampton, Massachusetts, she is an experienced practitioner, workshop leader, and clinical supervisor, with a background in both traditional and alternative approaches to therapy. A frequent presenter on art and healing, Laura has been a national speaker for the American Art Therapy Association and often consults to agencies.

Laura is the author of the book "Grief Unseen: Healing Pregnancy Loss Through the Arts" (London, 2006) and is recognized as an international expert on creative ways of addressing infertility, miscarriage and other pregnancy-related losses. She was the first recipient of the "Pregnancy Loss Awareness Award" (presented by the Pregnancy Loss Support Program based in New York, NY)

Professional Activities and Memberships:

- American Art Therapy Association (AATA)
- Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association (MaMHCA)
- New England Art Therapy Association (NEATA)

Philosophy and Comments

"By accessing the creative process we open the door to new solutions."

Work Hours and Fee Schedule

I look forward to hearing from you. Please call or email to arrange a free consultation.

Sliding scale available ($75-$100)

Individuals with out-of-network benefits may be covered.

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