“When we do not have words to convey our sensations, feelings, or thoughts, we cannot simply 'name it to tame it'. But we can use implicit communication -- movement, rhythm, sound, image, enactment, and play -- to 'express it to address it'.
This is the transformative and restorative role of expressive arts, to provide a voice when language is unavailable or impossible.”
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- Dr. Cathy Malchiodi, trauma-informed expressive arts therapist and researcher

Frequently Asked Questions:
What is Music Therapy?
Music therapy is a clinical and evidence-based practice that utilizes music interventions to address individualized therapeutic goals within a therapeutic relationship. Trained music therapists use music as a tool to enhance physical, emotional, cognitive, and social functioning, catering to diverse populations and addressing a range of conditions such as stress, mental health disorders, and developmental disabilities.
What is Play Therapy?
Play therapy is a therapeutic approach primarily used with children that leverages play as a medium for communication and emotional expression. Trained play therapists create a safe and supportive environment where children can engage in play activities to explore and process their thoughts, emotions, and experiences, helping them to better understand and manage challenging situations. Through play, therapists can gain insights into a child's inner world and provide targeted interventions to support their psychological development and overall well-being.
What is Expressive Arts Therapy?
Expressive arts therapy encompasses various therapeutic approaches, including art therapy, music therapy, dance/movement therapy, drama therapy, and other expressive modalities. Trained therapists use these creative processes to help individuals explore and express their emotions, improve self-awareness, and enhance overall mental health and well-being. By engaging in artistic and expressive activities, clients can tap into their innate creativity to address psychological, emotional, and social challenges within a therapeutic context.
What Ages do you Serve?
We serve all ages here at Creative Remedies. We currently serve clients ages 3 to well over 90!
Do You Take Insurance?
We accept most commercial insurance for counseling (talk therapy) and play therapy. We also offer pay-what-you-can options for some clients paying out of pocket.
You Have an Economic Justice Initiative. What does that mean?
We do not turn people away based on financial need. We have tiers of reimbursement for services that are flexible so that all incomes can access them.
Tiers of services:
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Regular/Out of pocket rate (varies per service and experience of therapist)
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Private Insurance
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Pay-What-You-Can
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Pro Bono with an intern
Resources
Referral Recommendations
Eclipse Counseling PLLC
https://www.eclipsecounseling22.com/
(970) 921-9878
Telehealth only
EMDR, trauma therapy, mental health counseling and long term support for addiction recovery.