Expressive Arts Therapy

Expressive Arts Therapy in Colorado

Tap into various art forms for self-expression and healing at Overcomers. Painting, writing, drama, and more to explore your inner world.

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Expressive Arts Therapy at Overcomers

Similar to art therapy, but broader! Expressive arts therapy uses various creative outlets like painting, music, writing, drama, and movement to help you explore emotions and promote healing. It’s about finding the artistic way that resonates with you to express yourself.

Finding an Expressive Arts Therapist in Colorado

We believe creativity can reach places that conversation alone can't.

Expressive arts therapy uses painting, writing, drama, movement, and other creative outlets to help you explore emotions and promote healing. At Overcomers Counseling in Colorado, our expressive arts-informed providers help clients find whichever creative form resonates with them — no artistic skill required.

Our team of dedicated expressive arts-trained counselors follows your creative instincts, not a rigid formula.

Expressive Arts Therapy Services

You don't need to be an artist to benefit from art.

We offer expressive arts therapy at our Colorado Springs, Aurora, Pueblo, and Fort Collins offices, often alongside art therapy and music therapy.

Expressive Arts Therapy for Processing Emotion

This approach is especially helpful for clients who find traditional talk therapy limiting, offering multiple creative avenues to express what's underneath the surface.

Benefits of Expressive Arts Therapy

Multiple Creative Outlets — You can explore whichever art form feels most natural.

Bypasses Words When Needed — Creative expression can access feelings that are hard to verbalize.

Licensed Professional Counselors — Our providers bring genuine training in expressive arts technique.

If you're looking for a more creative path to healing, connect with Overcomers Counseling to find an expressive arts therapist in Colorado.

FAQs

FAQs about Expressive Arts Therapy

What is Expressive Arts Therapy?

Expressive arts therapy uses painting, writing, drama, movement, and other creative outlets to help you explore emotions and promote healing.

How is Expressive Arts Therapy different from Art Therapy?

Expressive arts therapy is broader, drawing on multiple creative forms, while art therapy focuses specifically on visual art.

Is Expressive Arts Therapy covered by insurance?

Yes, Overcomers accepts Medicaid and most major insurance plans for Expressive Arts Therapy.

Is Expressive Arts Therapy available in Colorado?

Yes, Expressive Arts Therapy is offered at our Colorado Springs, Aurora, Pueblo, and Fort Collins offices.

Who benefits from Expressive Arts Therapy?

Clients who find traditional talk therapy limiting often benefit from having multiple creative avenues to express what's underneath the surface.

Treatment Approaches

Treatment Approaches for Your Mental Health

At Overcomers Counseling, treatment is as unique as you are. From dialectical behavior therapy to art therapy, they mix classic and creative methods to help you thrive.

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Why clients choose us for therapy

Our counselors are trained to help you work through what's hard — not just talk about it. When you're ready, we're ready.

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Across hundreds of client reviews, one theme comes through again and again: people feel truly heard here. Clients describe finally finding a therapist who understood them, gaining real tools for anxiety, trauma, and anger management, and walking away from sessions feeling lighter and more hopeful. Many say Overcomers was the first place therapy actually felt like the right fit — a space to be met with warmth, patience, and genuine care on the path to becoming who they're meant to be.
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Sep 12, 2026
Shannon Matlock, LPC, NCC
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Shannon is wonderful. She's kind and she guides you to the answer through feedback and questions. She listens to my perception of my experience but also offers input that allows you to see the possibility of a different perspective.
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Sep 11, 2026
Barbra Styles, LPC
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Barb is incredibly kind and patient. She kept the sessions productive and honest. She made me feel heard and helped with problem-solving. Having her as my therapist for the past several years was vital for my personal growth. I highly recommend her services and would happily return as a client if my schedule ever opens back up.
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Sep 10, 2026
Hilary Helkenn, PMHNP-BC
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Hilary was lovely. She was kind, patient, incredibly knowledgeable and very validating. She had extensive knowledge of my conditions that most providers dismiss and it was very comforting and encouraging to hear she knew of those conditions and was well informed of them. Best psychiatrist I've had yet. 10/10
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Sep 10, 2026
Kristen Wittman, LPC
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Kristen has been great and just what I need @ the moment. Look forward to more work together. Thanks for everything!!!
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Sep 9, 2026
Savannah Vigil, LSW
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I was very comfortable speaking with Savannah. She is very professional, compassionate and gave insight to things that are affecting my situation that I could not define. I look forward to learning more from her and how to overcome the obstacles I face. I am greatful to be working with her. 🙂
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Sep 6, 2026
Dr. Bonna Machlan, PhD, LPC, CAS
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I've decided to start seeing her twice a week because it is very helpful for me as she is a breath of fresh air