Erica Thompson, ATR
Hello! My name is Erica! (she/her/hers)
I am a registered art therapist with a clinical and private practice background. I have a dual masters degree in Clinical Art Therapy and Counseling from LIU Post. In addition, I have 10 years of experience as a preschool teacher.
I am a dedicated therapist eager to help clients express thoughts and feelings both verbally as well as non-verbally through creative art modalities. I am multifaceted in a variety of therapeutic approaches which include, but are not limited to, art therapy, psychodynamic, mindfulness-based, behavioral, cognitive, and behavioral. I am experienced in working with clients of all ages and diagnosis that may include anxiety, depression, stress, anger, self-esteem issues and trauma. I believe in the importance of a client-centered therapy approach while building awareness of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors through art and talk therapy.
It is important to establish a connection with my clients, build trust, and create a safe space for them to explore challenging issues/problems they may face. From being a teacher and then becoming an art therapist has all been built upon my dream to give and help others.