Happiness isn’t comfort- it’s confidence that life will work itself out.

  • Dream it.

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, we are here for it!

  • Build it.

    An idea is a wonderful start but we get the sense you don’t just want an idea to be the end of your story. We assist in the education, gathering and use of tools to build on your skills and transform your ideas to have real shape and take up space in the world.

  • Grow it.

    We draft the blue print of your ideas to take form and then we specialize in moving them to action stage. Where now your ideas have legs and arms and we ready them into movement with a committed action plan, continuous goal setting and built in accountability and support.

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  • American Art Therapy Association says:

    Art therapy is a mental health profession that enriches the lives of individuals, families, and communities through active art-making, creative process, applied psychological theory, and human experience within a psychotherapeutic relationship.

  • Danielle says:

    I sure hope so. Or else I just spent a great deal of money and time in grad school obtaining a fake Master’s degree in Counseling: Art Therapy and years in clinical supervision to become a Clinically Licensed Therapist in Illinois. In fact, all art therapists hold a Master’s-level degree or higher. So yeah, I think this makes us pretty real. At least as real or as fake as any other therapist. What is different is we simply have an “extra” set of tools we intentionally use throughout our therapeutic approach.

  • Also Danielle says:

    Depends on what you are trying to make “work” differently. Truth is, we all grew up on this stuff. Art making, I mean. Creating. Exploring something to become from nothing. Art making mirrors the unpredictable mystery of all of our lives.

    But beyond my thoughts and countless ways I’ve personally had a front row seat to witness others’ breakthrough to healing and growth, the American Art Therapy Association also mentions:

    Art therapy is particularly effective during times of crisis, changes in circumstance, trauma, and grief.

    According to research, art therapy helps people feel more in control of their own lives, and helps relieve anxiety and depression, including among cancer patients, tuberculosis patients in isolation, and military veterans with PTSD.  In addition, art therapy assists in managing pain by moving mental focus away from the painful stimulus.

  • Carson says:

    Our academic success coaching is designed to help students build the focus, confidence, and motivation they need to thrive. Using evidence-based strategies from sport and performance psychology, we support learners in strengthening habits, managing stress, improving time management, and overcoming mental barriers that get in the way of their potential.

    Whether a student is aiming for higher grades, preparing for major exams, or striving for a healthier, more balanced approach to school, we provide personalized guidance that empowers them to perform at their best—both academically and personally.

  • Carson says:

    Our tutoring services blend personalized academic support with the principles of mental performance coaching to help students learn with clarity, confidence, and consistency. We go beyond homework help—students develop stronger study habits, deeper understanding of subject material, and the mindset skills needed to stay motivated and resilient.

    Whether a student needs targeted support in a specific subject or a structured approach to staying on track, we offer a calm, encouraging environment that promotes growth and mastery. Our goal is to help every learner feel capable, prepared, and proud of their progress—both in the classroom and beyond.

  • Matt says:

    Our mental performance coaching sessions are designed to help individuals strengthen the inner skills that support excellence—focus, confidence, resilience, and mental clarity. Rooted in applied sport and performance psychology, our approach blends practical tools with supportive, personalized guidance, helping clients navigate pressure, sharpen their mindset, and consistently show up as their best selves.

    Whether you’re an athlete, performer, professional, or someone striving for personal growth, we create a space where you can build the mental habits that elevate performance and well-being. Together, we work to transform challenges into opportunities and empower you to reach your goals with greater purpose, balance, and belief in your capabilities.

  • Association for Applied Sport Psychology says:

    Mental Performance coaching with a CMPC includes implementing goal-setting programs, helping individuals reshape their thinking, and creating customized routines for mindfulness, imagery, and competition planning.

    CMPCs also assist in overcoming performance obstacles and restoring high performance levels. Whether it’s low self-confidence, a dip in motivation, handling competitive pressure, recovering from injury, or improving team dynamics, CMPCs provide expert support tailored to each individual’s or team’s needs. In addition, CMPCs guide teams and organizations by addressing challenges, developing strategies, and enhancing overall team performance. This includes educating coaches on talent development, aligning individual performance with team goals, and delivering interventions like parent education in youth sports.

  • Carson says:

    I’m grateful to have passed my Certified Mental Performance Consultant test through The Association for Applied Sports Psychology, as AASP had found a way to keep this line of work ethical, current to research and regulated.

    Association for Applied Sport Psychology says:

    AASP is the only place to earn the Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC), the sole accredited certification for mental performance in North America and a growing prerequisite for working with various sport and performance populations.

    AASP members work with people of every age and skill level across the performance spectrum to strengthen their “inner edge” and realize their greatest potential. We serve performers in sport, exercise, tactical, business, arts, and medical populations.

    AASP offers resources and publications aimed at keeping members on the cutting edge of the applied practice and science of sport and performance psychology. AASP is the only place to earn the accredited CMPC. This certification validates professionals' expertise in helping performers develop and strengthen their mental, self-regulatory, and life skills to optimize performance, enjoyment, and personal development.

  • Association for Applied Sport Psychology says:

    Today, achieving peak performance involves more than reaching peak physical fitness. Potential isn’t realized by chance, and we know that natural ability is only part of the equation. The field of sport and performance psychology focuses on providing every performer the resources to power their inner edge by strengthening the ability to perform, as well as the ability to thrive. By researching, training, and serving performers’ comprehensive mental needs, we elevate their performance and well-being so they can realize their greatest potential.

    A common misconception is that sport and performance psychology exists only to help elite athletes win. In reality, sport and performance psychology professionals support people at every age and across a variety of performance contexts, including the following:

    • Sport (athletes and coaches)

    • Exercise (persons of all ages and activity levels)

    • Tactical (military, firefighters, police)

    • Performing Arts (dancers and musicians) 

    • Business (executives) 

    Within the sport domain, professionals work in a range of settings including youth/club sport, high school, collegiate, professional/semiprofessional, and Olympic/Paralympic.

    Effective practice in the field of sport and performance psychology involves the use of evidence-based approaches, methods, and interventions. It also includes a consideration of relevant cultural variables that may be impacting one’s experience. Sport and performance psychology practice utilizes a combination of individual and group consulting or counseling, depending on the style of the professional conducting the intervention and the needs of the client. Although there are many potential intervention targets (e.g., goal setting, concentration, motivation, relaxation, imagery), the general objective is to teach mental skills necessary to perform consistently.

    CMPCs have the expertise, skills, and confidence to help performers develop and use mental, life, and self-regulatory skills to enhance their talent, enjoyment, and/or personal development in their performance domain.