Anne Picardi is a Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults and adolescents experiencing a range of mental health concerns. Her therapeutic approach incorporates Art Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills. Anne creates a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings through both creative expression and traditional talk therapy, tailoring her approach to meet each individual's unique needs.

With a master's degree in Creative Arts Therapy with a specialization in Art Therapy from Nazareth College (now Nazareth University) in Rochester, New York, Anne brings specialized training in using artistic expression as a powerful therapeutic tool. She supports clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, identity exploration, interpersonal relationship challenges, and daily life stressors.

Anne believes that therapy is an important part of self-care and personal growth. "Finding the 'right' words can be hard sometimes. Art therapy opens up a new method of communication for people who struggle feeling understood or just want another outlet to process information." Her sessions can incorporate a mix of art and talk-therapy in order to best fit the needs of each individual.

• Anne practices from a strengths-based perspective, helping clients recognize and build upon their inherent capabilities.

• She understands that finding the "right" words can be difficult sometimes, and offers creative alternatives for expression and healing.

• Her training in both art therapy and traditional counseling approaches allows her to provide flexible, personalized treatment options.