About Art Therapy with Summer Myers
Some questions you might have…
I’ve been to therapy before and I haven’t seen much progress. Is this any different?
This isn’t your mother’s therapy. (If only more moms went to therapy.) I’ve spent years researching and diving into methods and theories not taught in school, and most of the tools and insights I offer aren’t found in other spaces. Many therapy-savvy clients have told me that they’ve never seen themselves so clearly, or made more progress.
What are sessions like?
Sessions are 50 minutes long and generally happen weekly or biweekly. My clients tell me that they can feel my caring from across the room. I’m active and engaging with my clients, but I know when to make space and listen. Sometimes you and I will make art in-session and sometimes I might assign art-making as “homework.” I personalize my treatment approach for every client, depending on your healing style, and provide a strong guiding presence as needed. I’m warm, caring, and real. I laugh a bunch, and I’m not afraid of tears.
Who is this not for?
I do not specialize in addiction or eating disorders (though perfectionism work can help). I’m also LGBTQ+ affirming and not shy about it.
I also occasionally meet people who struggle with perfectionism but already have a therapist, or don’t need full psychotherapy. If that’s true for you, take a look at my perfectionism classes, coaching, and resources over at AlreadyGood.org.
Got more questions?
What is Art Therapy?
Art therapy is a blend of in-session artmaking with traditional talk therapy. Artmaking accesses emotional processing, nonverbal communication, insight activation, and expressive catharsis that words can’t reach. Sometimes just the simple act of creativity is the most powerful healer in the room.
How does it work online?
Because I work mostly online, I’ll ship you a small set of art supplies to dedicate to our work together. We can also work with the materials you have on hand. We won’t make art every time—or at all, if it doesn’t vibe with you. After making the art, we discuss it. We talk about the content of the artwork, the experience of making it, and insights that pop up.
Do you have to be good at art?
Not at all. Art therapy is not about being an artist or even about making something beautiful. It’s about being honest, and sometimes the truth is ugly. Some of the most meaningful work I’ve seen has been stick figures. Art gets your emotions out of your body and onto the page so we can take a good look at them.
