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Joni Beckner, MA, LPC, ATR-BC holds a BA in Social Work and received her MA in Art Therapy and Counseling in 2008. She was the Director of The Center for Hope & Healing and is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist. Employed by HopeWest for 21 years and now in private practice, her work has included counseling and supporting terminally ill patients and their families. Her interest and passion for using art therapy with children, adolescents and adults has evolved out of her experiences in hospice and palliative care, in psychosocial rehabilitation for chronically mentally ill adults, private practice for seven years and psychiatric & behavioral hospital care in both acute and residential treatment. Joni’s associations include the American Art Therapy association, the Art Therapy Association of Colorado and the National Association of Social Workers. Her presentations at the local, regional and national levels have pertained to her work with incarcerated grieving teens, bereaved children and teens, anticipatory grief and art therapy. She is an advisory board member for Sozo Youth Sanctuary Foundation. Ms. Beckner established ArtLight Therapy & Studios to incorporate her creative therapy practice with her own artistic endeavors. Over the years Joni has enjoyed freelance and fine art projects, which have included children’s book illustration, real estate illustration and commissioned drawings and paintings. She has participated in juried exhibitions at the regional and national level. Her contributions of original art to many non-profit groups have included the National Hospice Foundation.
ArtLight Therapy & Studios is a gallery and studio space dedicated to art therapy practice, creative psychotherapy, and the exhibition of emerging and established artists. Nearly 30 years of experience inform my counseling, art therapy practice and creative coaching. I am working in Western Colorado and online with a wide range of clients who are looking for expanded wellness and peace, direction, connection and purpose. One of the most significant aspects of this process is shining a light on those places that are challenging for us- the beliefs we hold that don’t serve us or the thoughts we have the keep us from living into the brighter more illuminated places for which our heart longs.
Masters of Art Therapy & Counseling, St. Mary of the Woods College, 2008
White
White culture, Hispanic culture, European culture, Black culture
English
Buddhism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, Mormonism, Indigenous spiritualities, Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular)
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Virtual and In Person
Adolescents/teens, Adults, Anxiety, Depression
Existential questioning, Gender identity, Grief and/or loss, LGBTQ+ sexuality, Midlife stress, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Schizophrenia spectrum, Self esteem/self worth, Social anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Spirituality, Parenting, Neurodivergence, Mindfulness and/or meditation, Life transitions, Infidelity/affairs, Depression, Caring professionals (doctors, therapists, etc.), Cancer, Body image, Anxiety, Adolescents/teens
Calming, Holistic, Passionate, Laid back, Conversational
Art therapy, Depth psychotherapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Ecotherapy (nature therapy), Attachment based
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$150
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Individual Session
$150
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Couples Session
$150
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Family Session
Does not offer sliding scale spots
Should you decide to work with Joni, you will be heard, you will be encouraged in your work to heal, and you will be accompanied by a dedicated therapist. Her skills are sound and experienced, and her presence by its nature is both safe and warm.
Joni will hold space for whatever struggle you are going through. She is sensitive, kind, non-judgmental, and immensely supportive. Her knowledge of psychotherapy and art therapy make her a cut above the rest. Utilizing creativity for personal growth, navigating the challenges of life, and healing and recovery is a powerful avenue that Joni understands. Even if you don't think that you are creative, she can help you tap into a deep well of resources within.
Joni is a kind, compassionate counselor. She is approachable and has a great ability to meet each client where they are in their own individual process. She has extensive training in a variety of theoretical frameworks and modalities to promote healing and change for each person that she works with in a supportive environment.
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