In-Person in Grand Junction, CO 81501
Online in Colorado
Most of us are looking for peace, with ourselves, in relationships and as we move through our world. We may seek relief from difficult emotions or need support working through a loss or traumatic experience. Whether you are looking to manage depressive symptoms or anxiety, or you desire to cultivate a deeper relationship with yourself and others, knowing our own truth is key. The answer is in each of us; we may just need a little guidance finding it. I deeply love the work of meeting people where they are and guiding & creatively companioning them into work that enables a richer, more peaceful life.
Creativity can illuminate our path to healing. Becoming whole again is within reach when we are willing to explore the images that inform and guide us to our own inner knowing- our own light.
Reach out to discuss how you can benefit from a creative approach to support.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen
Demographic Expertise: Buddhist, LGBTQ+ clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Contemplative Psychotherapy
- Developmental
- Existential/Humanistic
- Experiential
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
Approach Description: https://www.blogger.com/profile/10647710508578892374
Education & Credentials
Joni Beckner LPC, MA, ATR-BC
- Female
- License # 6453
- Licensed in Colorado
- Practicing Since 2000
Education: MA in Art Therapy & Counseling, St. Mary-of-the-Woods College
BSW in Social Work, West Texas A & M
AS in General Studies, Amarillo College
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $125 - 175/ session
- Accepts Insurance
- Through Sondermind: Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Cigna & Evernorth, United EAP/ Healthcare, Bright Health, Foster Source, Justice Reskill Benefit Network, Oscar Health Plans, Apostrophe, Optum
Joni Beckner Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Grand Junction, CO 81501
- Available Online for residents of Colorado
- Online Therapy Details: SonderMind / Google Meets
ArtLight Therapy & Studios: "Illuminating the path to healing through creativity.”
Art Therapy in Individual Counseling and Group Support
In my work I see individuals or families who are exploring issues such as loss, depression, anxiety, life transitions, abuse and trauma.
I draw on a wide variety of theories: Client-centered, Existential, and Transpersonal psychology and combine them in a creative way in my practice to provide an integrative approach which is educational, solution-oriented and transformational. I am a practicing artist and use techniques and theories which resonate with the client to illuminate a path to change & healing through creativity.
Some of the tools I use in my work are sand tray, all forms of art making, journaling, goal setting, relaxation techniques, guided visualizations, and creative writing, stress reduction techniques, reframing, and mindfulness / meditation techniques.
My undergraduate degree is in social work and I completed my masters degree in art therapy and counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a registered and board certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC). I have spent nearly 30 years working in the mental health field and for the last seven years have held a position as a program director at HopeWest in Grand Junction, Colorado. I spent seven years developing a part-time private practice at ArtLight Therapy & Studios.
I deeply love the work of meeting people where they are and companioning them into work that enables a richer, more peaceful life.
Art Education: Drawing, Watercolor painting and Pastel – classes and private instruction.
Contract Art Therapy services for organizations and agencies;
Partner with agencies and organizations to provide creative staff education/ support and art therapy for individual clients and groups.
(ie., partnering with Sozo Youth Sanctuary Foundation to provide creative sanctuary for adolescents with history of trauma)
Open Studio projects for women and adolescents provide an inspiring, fun, sacred environment where creative expression and self discovery are cultivated and nurtured through quality art education that focuses on celebrating creativity, heightening personal intuition, and supporting a community of kindred spirits through Art.
Art exhibits for individuals or groups who appreciate the therapeutic and healing values of art making; and for clinicians who use art making as a way of professional processing,