Emily Rose Popiel, ATR-BC

Board Certified Art Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist
Master's of Art in Art Therapy, New York University, New York, NY

Emily is passionate about utilizing creativity to effectively evoke positive change and facilitate healing. Establishing and nurturing positive connections she provides a safe place for people to experience growth, transform difficult experiences and manifest a healthy life. Respectfully joining others on their journey, she helps people identify their needs and works towards having those needs met. She enjoys working with people across the evolving lifespan, specializing in the treatment of trauma, symptoms of mental illness, developmental disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Emily's Perspective

As an art therapist I believe that all people can benefit from engaging in the process of art making, regardless of their skill level or experience. The process I use is client-centered and psychodynamic. I honor and value the cultivation of a close relationship with the self, empowering true growth potential that is absolute within the therapeutic relationship. Compassion and acceptance are rooted in my practice, which encourages healing in a nonjudgmental environment. Expressing art in this atmosphere inspires the intimate exploration of an individual and their story, to create and build a better understanding of their process and journey.

Modalities used include: Art Therapy, Cognitive Therapies, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Mindfulness Training and Psychodynamics