Joy Watts, MA, LPC, ATR-P

I believe that everyone has the ability to find happiness and joy within their life and I am passionate about helping clients find their way back to creating an empowered and sacred life. I encourage my clients to take a deeper look at their emotional, psychological and spiritual landscapes through creative expression. I invite each client to use the process of art-making to gain deeper awareness into their life through the use of metaphor, symbolism and expression.

I am a trained mental health counselor that specializes in transpersonal art therapy. I graduated from Naropa University in Boulder, CO and I reside in Lafayette, CO. I use a trauma-informed and client-focused approaches to my therapeutic work and I utilize tools such as mindfulness, art, embodiment, holistic integration and nature-based techniques.

As an art therapist, I believe in the power of creativity and self-expression to heal and transform. I am committed to providing a non-judgmental and empowering therapeutic environment that supports my clients in their journey towards greater well-being and fulfillment. My approach is grounded in compassion, empathy, and a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual.

I believe that the creative process can offer profound insights and opportunities for growth, and I use metaphor, symbolism, and expression to help my clients gain a deeper awareness of their lives. My goal is to provide a safe and welcoming space where clients can process and heal difficult emotions and trauma so that they can reclaim their authentic selves and live a joyful, peaceful, and embodied life.