Virginia Poole, Therapist in Raleigh, 27609

Ginger Poole, LPCA, Art Therapist

Profession(s):
Other, Psychotherapy, Counseling
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
LPCA - A7662

My Approach to Helping

Do you find yourself worried about everything? Are you tense and keyed up all the time? Or have you experienced a significan loss recently? Are you unable to relax and enjoy life?

Try a unique therapy for teens and adults that uses visual art and creativity to deal with issues of anxiety, loss, and emotional discomfort. In Art Therapy you don't have to be a professional artist or even consider yourself talented, you just have to be willing to pick up a pencil. Stick figures are always welcome.

Art Therapy uses collage, drawing & painting to allow you to express your feelings, learn relaxation techniques and find solutions to problems. Each session, I suggest a project to work on for 20-30 minutes before discussion. It is one of the most powerful, positive and empowering modalities I have experienced.

More Info About My Practice

I have been an art therapist for 3 years.I have a Master's Degree in Art Therapy and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in the state of NC. Art Therapy is a reputable, and regulated field of therapy by the American Art Therapy Association and was previously called Art Psychotherapy. I use traditional methods with collage, painting, and drawing as well as a specialization in Digital Art Therapy with people who like to use the computer or iPad or iPhone as their medium. My fees are affordable without insurance.

Please call me to find out more or to see if art therapy would be good for your Teen or for you. I look forward to hearing from you!

Why Going to Therapy Does Not Mean You are Weak or Flawed

Going to therapy is the best thing you can do for yourself. It's a time for you to work on you! Think of it as EMPOWERING yourself. Like going to the gym to work your muscles so you can receive all the health benefits for your body, going to therapy is the gym for your mind. Each time you go, you can think "I'm getting stronger and better every day". And that's whether you started with a problem or started on top of the world, it works the same! I am so proud and honored to witness the strength and courage of everyone that comes to work with me. They are all brave, smart, passionate souls who care about living well (and not just surviving) in this world and are doing something about it. I respect everyone that goes to therapy and admire parents who give this gift to their children!