Claire Reiser
Licensed Professional Counselor & Art Therapist
Clinical Specialties:
Life Transitions
Hi, I’m Claire Reiser! I work with teens, young adults, and adult women, and I want you to feel truly safe and supported—that’s the key for therapy to be effective.
Life can be hard, and no matter who you are, it often feels even harder when you feel alone. I hope to be a listening ear—a place where clients can feel a little less lonely and a little more connected in the world.
I approach my work with compassion, empathy, and the occasional sarcastic remark to bring a little laughter into the process.
My Approach as a Therapist
I take a person-centered approach, collaborating with clients to create meaningful goals. I draw from a combination of CBT, DBT, and ACT to support each individual’s journey.
My aim is to hold a warm and open space where clients feel comfortable exploring their emotions, thoughts, and actions more deeply, helping them discover more and more about themselves along the way.
How I Can Help You
I have experience in a variety of settings, including Intensive Outpatient Program, residential living, and outpatient therapies. As a result, I have had the privilege of working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I prioritize a collaborative approach, letting clients guide the work based on their needs.
As an art therapist, I also integrate creative expression into the therapy process. I utilize different forms of creating art to complement traditional talk therapy. Using paint, clay, crayons, pencils, pastels, and more, can aid in emotional regulation while building our therapeutic space and working toward the client’s personal goals.
Therapeutic Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Trauma-Informed and Person-Centered Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Art Therapy
Education and Experience
License: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Client Focus: Teens, Young Adults, Adult Women, Groups
Years of Experience: 4+
Certifications: Provisional Registered Art Therapist (ATR-P) | Licensed Professional Counselor
Education: Bachelor in Fine Arts | Master of Arts in Counseling: Art Therapy from Adler University
Languages: English
Hobbies & Fun Facts
I’m from Louisiana! I moved to Chicago for graduate school, and I haven’t left.
Being Southern, I love food. Trying new recipes and restaurants with friends and family is one of my favorite pastimes.
I love doing puzzles, reading, and listening to podcasts for my go-to coping skills.
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