E.S. Pelkey (They/Them)

LCAT-P
Accepting Clients

Hello! I'm an art therapist working with LGBTQ+ and/or neurodivergent teens and adults who want to be more confident about their identity.

Creative Art Therapist in Pittsford, NY
Supervised by Sarah Beren, LCAT

About My Clients

As people, we often find ourselves feeling confined by the beliefs of friends, family, and society. It can be paralyzing trying to meet what are often conflicting expectations, leaving us with chronic feelings of anxiety, stress, and shame. It can feel as if you are compromising your true self to please other people, struggling to balance what you want for yourself and what others ask of you.

My Background and Approach

Struggling with identity and self-confidence is a common issue for many LGBTQ+ and/or neurodivergent people since stigma, discrimination, and trauma often accompany those who are a part of these communities. As such, it can be difficult to find a safe, non-judgmental space to explore one’s identity. As a therapist, I employ aspects of Person Centered Art Therapy to create a space for uncensored self-exploration through the creation of artwork. Themes of approaching with curiosity, self-compassion, and self-worth are commonly explored. I help you address unhelpful and repetitive cycles of thoughts and actions that are hindering your ability to do the things you want to do. With trauma-informed and neurodivergent affirming approaches I hope to help you identify barriers to taking action toward your values and life goals while learning to maximize on your own unique skill set. Overall I believe that my role is to support you in your journey toward an authentic and fulfilling life.

I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 4 years of practice
  • Rate: $125 - 125/session

Info

Email E.S.
1163 Pittsford-Victor Road
Suite 150
Pittsford, NY 14534

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