Create: Center for Expressive Arts Therapy and Education

09/16/2025

C.R.E.A.T.E! has immediate openings in our Manchester office for clients with New Hampshire Healthy Families, AmeriHealth and Ambetter Insurance.

Contact us at 603-625-0010 between the hours of 9am-7pm Monday through Friday or at intakes@castlecreate.com.

09/12/2025

Meet Gabby Casey, MA:

Healing occurs when we feel seen, heard, and accepted. We become empowered to live a life that aligns with our values. A felt sense of safety and grounding is key to regulating our nervous systems and accessing our inner wisdom. We will work collaboratively on challenges and explore how they can be opportunities for personal growth. We will explore specific tools and coping strategies that can be useful for you in your process.

As a yoga instructor, I integrate yoga and embodiment practices into my work as well as mindfulness, self-compassion, cognitive behavioral therapy, communication skills, grounding techniques, coping strategies, emotional freedom technique (tapping), art approaches and more. I am always expanding my clinician’s toolbox so you can reach your therapy goals.

I enjoy working with all ages on anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, unhelpful thinking patterns, emotional regulation, and stress-related issues. I have experience working with thought, mood, and personality disorders as well as behavioral and emotional difficulties in an alternative school setting. I am telehealth only.

Gabby is accepting new clients!

09/09/2025

Using Puppets in Therapy: Communication at Your Fingertips

This experiential workshop introduces mental health professionals to the creative use of puppetry in therapeutic settings. Participants will explore the history of puppetry, learn how puppets can enhance communication and self-expression, and identify client populations who may benefit from this approach. Through hands-on experience, attendees will engage with a variety of puppets, practice puppeteering techniques, and construct their own unique puppet. Participants will then use their puppets in guided exercises and short performances, gaining practical strategies to incorporate puppetry into future therapeutic work.
Sue M. McLaughlin, BA, MPS

Sue has spent most of her career working backstage in live theatre. She was an assistant puppet supervisor and puppet supervisor for the Broadway, and touring productions of The Lion King and Frozen. Her experience allowed her to travel extensively through the US and Canada. Witnessing firsthand the impact puppetry can have on an audience, she is excited to combine this knowledge with her art therapy background to lend the power of puppetry to groups and individuals. Allowing the mind to engage in a bit of magic can open new pathways of expression and understanding.

October 24, 2025
Workshop will run 9am to 12 noon, 1:30pm to 4:30pm, and 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
This will include theory, practice, creation of your own puppet(s), and an evening performance created during the workshop for friends and family.
8 hours of CEUs

09/05/2025

Meet Sam Kelly, MS
I am passionate about helping individuals heal from their experiences with trauma and exploring the impact of family dynamics on our younger generations.

I specialize in trauma-informed therapies that use expression, strengths, and skill-building to reduce the effects of trauma on your day-to-day life. These therapies include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), play therapy, sand tray, and art therapy. I am also certified in mindfulness and frequently incorporate these practices into my work with clients. I welcome the opportunity to work with families, adults, and children over twelve years old. I believe my role as the therapist is to create a space where you feel safe to explore what is important and challenging for you.

I graduated from Bay Path University in 2025 with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My clinical background is in community mental health and crisis work supporting adults with severe mental illness. I also hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts and have a breadth of knowledge surrounding creativity, expression, and art-making.

Sam is accepting new clients today!

09/02/2025

Meet Sara Cahn, MA, MS, L.M.T.:

I specialize in working with trauma using psychodrama, art therapy, and play therapy. Human imagination and creativity allow us to reach parts of ourselves with care without re-traumatizing the soul. Therapy should be a safe space to explore the essence of who we are and how we operate. This is a space I am honored to hold for people. I hold an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, an M.S. in Ecology, a B.A. in Theater Arts, have graduated a three-year tracking and survival program in the wilds, worked as a wildlife guide in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, was a teacher for 18 years, and occasionally enjoy creating murals.

My journey has led me to live around this country and in others. I enjoy the ecology of humans just as much as the wilds. Using a humanistic lens, I endeavor to help identify the threads that have woven the fabric of who we are today. Through gentle examination and curiosity, we can come to love ourselves as we wish to be loved.
Sara is accepting new telehealth clients now!

08/26/2025

Meet Amy Baylaurel Casey, MS CMHC (they/them):
Amy is a Master’s level clinical mental health counselor who received their Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Plymouth State University. They are an LGBQIA+ identifying counselor, with a practice that focuses on trauma, LGBTQIA+ and gender affirming care, anxiety, and depression. They work with clients age 8-88. They use expressive arts, feminist, narrative, ACT, existential, Gestalt, CBT, and solution-focused theories and have a person-centered approach.

Clients are able to see Amy at the Castle in Manchester!

08/20/2025

We have a workshop happening in September here at the Castle!

08/14/2025

Last week our Intern Supervisor Melaney and our Bachelor Level Intern Sarah spent the evening at National Night Out in Goffstown meeting the community, spreading the word about C.R.E.A.T.E! and doing a craft project with the children :)

08/12/2025

Meet Jill Pellegrino, MA, LADC

If you’ve found yourself wondering whether your relationship with substances is becoming a problem, or if you’re just feeling stuck and unsure where to turn, you’re not alone. Many people begin their recovery journey with questions, fears, and a sense of overwhelm. That’s where a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) comes in.

A Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) is a behavioral health professional trained to support individuals who are struggling with substance use disorders. Through a combination of education, clinical experience, and licensure, LADCs specialize in understanding the complex emotional, psychological, and social factors that contribute to addiction. Their work is rooted in empathy, education, and evidence-based interventions aimed at helping clients move toward recovery and long-term wellness.

Jill Pellegrino, MA, LADC provides a range of services including individual therapy, IDSP counseling, and court ordered assessments. Her work at C.R.E.A.T.E! goes beyond addressing the use of drugs or alcohol itself. Jill helps clients explore the underlying reasons behind their substance use, such as trauma, anxiety, depression, or family dynamics. Therapy is a helpful tool in working towards building coping skills, fostering healthy relationships, and reconnecting individuals with their values and goals. Whether someone is just starting their recovery journey or seeking support after years of sobriety, substance use counseling can play a vital role in helping people reclaim hope.

A Note From Jill:
As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I’ve worked with people from all walks of life, some just starting to question their use, many who are actively struggling with addiction and feeling unsure about how to begin making changes, others in long-term recovery looking for support. What I’ve found is that every person has a story that deserves to be heard. My job is to help you unpack that story with compassion and curiosity, not criticism.

Whether you’re navigating early recovery, worried about a relapse, or just trying to make sense of your relationship with substances, I meet you where you are. Together, we’ll set goals that feel realistic and meaningful to you, whether that’s abstinence, harm reduction, or just greater self-understanding.

If you’re feeling scared or unsure about reaching out, that’s okay. Starting therapy takes courage. But you don’t have to do it alone, and you don’t have to have all the answers right away. My role is to walk beside you, help you find clarity, and remind you that change is possible.

08/05/2025

Meet Rachel Henderson, MA, LICSW.

Rachel Henderson specializes in sports psychology, has immediate openings, and is accessible through telehealth. She is eager to help clients level up in their pursuits.

Sport psychology looks at the mental aspects of an athlete and how those factors influence athletic performance. It looks at not only the athlete, but all coaching styles, team dynamics, and ways to help the individual reach peak performance.

Things like improving mental toughness, confidence, managing anxiety, setting goals, positive self-talk, looking at irrational thoughts, and goal setting can be used to achieve this.

07/07/2025

03/03/2025

Accepting new clients at this time for Telehealth!

Anne Walbridge, Pre-Licensed Professional, Manchester, NH, 03103, (877) 384-3913, Whether you are needing a space for reflection, to process a painful experience, or for relationship support, you are in the right place. I firmly believe in the power of healing through connection, making the therapeu...