“Art is the antidote that can call us back from the edge of numbness, restoring the ability to feel for another... [because] art is very nearly the same as life”
““These things... that cannot be said in words because they are too familiar to move us, too big and bold and flat to penetrate our souls. The artist must craft missiles to deliver these truths so unerringly to the right place inside of us we are left panting, with no possibility of doubting that they are true.””
About Me:
Katie Curran MA, LMHCA
I am very passionate about working with alternative ways of addressing what is going on inside of us. Sometimes traditional talk methods can feel a bit difficult to start with and this is where I find that artistic methods can aide us on our work together. I have been working with expressive arts since 2016 in a variety of settings, both individually and in groups.
I specialize in working with young adults/college students and have worked in three different University counseling centers. This period of life can be very challenging and bring with it many ups and downs.
I also specialize in working with grief and loss. This is something our society struggles to be open and honest about. The loss itself can feel unimaginable to cope with; coupled with society not always responding in ways that feel helpful can create for an even further isolating experience. Im here to walk with you on this difficult journey and find a way through that feels right for you.
At the end of the day…being a human is weird. It’s easier with help. I’d be honored to be that person for you.
Since I am a counseling associate I need to be clear that I am under the supervision of a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Should you have any questions or concerns her contact information is:
Suzanne Apelskog, LMHC, License #: 00008953
Email: SuzanneA@lifeslearning.org
Phone: (509) 242-2200
Special Focuses
-College Students
-Women's issues
-Grief and Loss
-Trauma
-Depression
-Anxiety
Therapeutic Approaches Used:
-Psychodynamic
-Existentialism
-Expressive Arts
-Feminist Theory
-I also firmly believe in and support the HAES (Health at every size) model and will not ask about your weight unless it is something you’d like to explore.
Communities:
Bisexual Allied
Body Positivity
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Transgender Allied
Veterans