
Art & the mind-body connection
Talk therapy is valuable for the matters we can process in words, while art allows us to express the emotions that defy description. In order to grow and heal, we need space for both—because expressing ourselves allows us to use our whole brain. It’s a critical element of brain integration, recovery, and growth.
Art Therapy can help you
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Build resiliency by improving your coping skills
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Increase your self awareness - get insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
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Develop new ways to express complex emotions
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Heal emotionally by processing trauma and life events
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Express and release emotions non-verbally
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Cultivate joy, strength, and compassion for yourself
Art has a way of knowing.

From a young age, I found solace in creativity, often with scissors in hand and a trail of paper behind me. Art was my sanctuary when words failed me, especially in traditional therapy. Over time, I discovered how deeply healing creative expression can be.
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Naturally empathetic, I’ve always felt drawn to others, finding fulfillment in being present and offering support. This led me to study art therapy and mental health counseling, combining my passion for the arts with my compassion for others.
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My curiosity for neuroscience deepened as I explored the science behind the mind-body connection, confirming what I had always known: art is medicine.
I also embrace holistic practices like yoga, meditation, and somatic techniques, integrating them into my approach to support healing in a multi-dimensional way.
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Through art, I’ve learned that each person has their own unique "art language," a way to understand and care for themselves more deeply. My mission is not only to support clients in therapy, but to empower them to use art as a lifelong tool for self-care and self-discovery, helping them develop their personal creative practice. I also advocate for expanding art culture and education to embrace expressive, healing approaches.
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It’s been a true privilege to guide others on their journey of self-discovery, helping them connect with their inner wisdom through creativity and compassion.
Emily Natale, LMHC, ATR (she/her)
Holistic Art Therapist
Expressive Arts Educator
Integrative & Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Key Values
Compassion
Creativity
Cultural humbleness
Neuroscience informed counseling
Art therapist, counselor, and lifelong learner—basically, I’m like a creative GPS for your emotional well-being, guiding you to your destination with art, mindfulness, and a lot of heart!
Licenses
Licensed Mental Health Counselor | Massachusetts #8605
Licensed Mental Health Counselor | Rhode Island #1128
Licensed Professional Counselor | New Jersey # 37PC01008700
Registered Art Therapist with the American Art Therapy Association | 21-411
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional | 2024
Certification in Applied Poly-Vagal theory for Yoga Therapy | 2021
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Education
Master of Arts in Expressive Art Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, 2011 | Lesley University
Bachelors of Science in Art Therapy, 2007 | Lesley University
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Training in Internal Family Services, Frank Anderson MD
Memory Reconsolidation & Neuroscience, Juliane Taylore Shore, LPC
Yoga for Mental Health Intensive, Soulful Yoga Program
Meditation for Peak Performance and Everyday Living, Dr. Dan Brown