FAQS

Have questions? You’re not alone.

Starting therapy can bring up a lot of questions, and that’s completely okay!

We’re here to help you understand what to expect at Creative Forces Therapy.

Is therapy right for me or someone I know?

For those interested in learning if expressive arts therapy or recreational therapy is the right fit for you, your child/teen, or someone you know, we offer 25 minute consults at no charge. Schedule a time on our website or reach out via email at info@creativeforcestherapy.com.

How much does therapy cost?

To discuss pricing options please visit our Contact Us tab and we will schedule a no-charge, 1-1 consultation.

Is there a trial period?

Creative Forces Therapy maintains a trial period of 2 - 6 weeks. During this time we evaluate the compatibility of the therapeutic relationship, the fit of the therapeutic modality, as well as the ability of the client to attend sessions on a regular basis.

Can a parent join in a session with a kid/teen?

Yes. However, we encourage each parent to speak with their provider because each therapist’s preference is different in regard to how they navigate a parent inside a session. 

What does a recreational therapy session look like?

In a typical recreational therapy session, the participant will be offered different play-based and recreational activities to choose from to engage 1:1 with the therapist. We utilize play to encourage feelings of safety and regulation, and also to help develop skills. 

What can a recreational therapist work on?

A recreational therapist is a skills-based therapist. The focus of sessions is often skill development in areas such as fine and gross motor skills, co-regulation skills, and communication skills as well as utilizing recreational and leisure-based options to assist in overall well-being and life satisfaction. 

What can an expressive art therapy session look like?

In a typical expressive art therapy session, the participant will be offered different art, craft, and sensory materials to choose from to engage 1:1 with the therapist. Depending on the individual therapist, alternative experiences such as play, movement, music, drama, and/or nature may be integrated. Art therapy is psychotherapy and is intended as a treatment modality for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

What can an art therapist work on?

Art therapists receive a master’s degree in their field and are required by the state of Wisconsin to apply and test for licensure as professional counselors in order to provide psychotherapy. Art therapists utilize experiential and expressive treatment modalities to focus on participants’ mental, emotional, and physical health. Examples of common goals within an expressive art therapy session include gaining confidence in recognition and skill related to emotional regulation, utilizing art and sensory materials for safe and healthy emotional expression, and practicing empathetic response and communication through collaborative work.

What can family members do while waiting for their participant to be done?

We have easily-accessible walking paths outside that lead to local parks and the lake or a big grass area to sit within nature. We also have multiple waiting rooms with books, activities for young children, and options for coffee and tea. You can also choose to wait in your car and the therapist will bring your participant back out to you.