Halligan Creative Arts Therapy, PLLC

09/27/2025

Some of our dollhouse miniatures from our ceu workshop last week!

09/27/2025

Our favorite time of year!

09/26/2025

Our art therapist spills all. 🎨🗣️ Art therapy is more than just making art — it’s a way to explore emotions, heal, and connect. Amythest shares insight into what it’s all about in our latest Q&A!

09/25/2025

We know times can be tough, and access to food should never be one of the challenges. Here’s a list of free food stand locations in Rochester, NY. Please share with anyone who may benefit.

🍎 Take what you need
🥦 Give what you can
💛 Spread the word

09/25/2025

Your casserole deserves better than a boring dish.

There, we said it.

Join us on October 24th for our next pottery night with Sis’ Ceramic Shop!

09/24/2025

👻 Casper called. He wants his broom back.
But you can make your own at our Witchy Broom Making with Shannon Halligan workshop! 🧹

Celebrate spooky season in the heart of NOTA with a cozy night of creativity, community, and a little seasonal magic. You’ll craft your own decorative witch’s broom using branches, herbs, dried florals, and twine (with plenty of room for your personal touch).

✨ All supplies included — bring anything special you’d like to weave in!

🧁 Spooky-themed snacks while you create.
🌙 Leave with a broom that’s uniquely yours.

Space is limited — grab your broomstick + save your spot today: https://broom-making-creativeworkshop.eventbrite.com

09/23/2025

Art therapy isn’t about making ‘good art’—it’s about making meaning. Unlike an art class, the focus is on expression and healing, not technique. You don’t need any art skills to benefit—just a willingness to explore.

Curious about art therapy? We have openings now— Contact intakes@halliganarts.com to learn more

09/22/2025

We're excited to share that we have a new therapist joining our practice — Alexandria! She brings a wealth of experience and a passion for working with youth.

Alexandria has extensive experience supporting youth ages 10–21 with dual diagnoses, including ASD, ADHD, PTSD, and intellectual disabilities.

Her clinical background includes utilizing Evidence-Based Practices such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She’s facilitated a variety of therapeutic groups, including DBT Skills, PRAC, Family Life and Sexual Health (FLASH), Art Therapy, and Social Thinking.

Alexandria is currently accepting new clients on Monday and Friday evenings and Saturday morning/afternoons!

Please contact intakes@halliganarts.com to inquire!

09/18/2025

New directory for YOUTH! Check it out. ⬇️

https://211lifeline.org/direct_ysl.php?

09/16/2025

The University of Rochester is using technology to understand stress in kids with autism and their parents.

Who can participate?
- Children between ages 5-12 with an autism diagnosis
- One parent or guardian

What will you do?
- You and your child wear a watch for days
- You fill out an app telling us about your day

What do participants get?
- $50 compensation each for both adult and child

Click on this link to get started! https://redcap.link/stress-pilot-interest

09/08/2025

A few spots left for this workshop on the 18th!

3 contact hours are available to NYS LCATs, LMHCs, LMSWs/LCSWs, LMFT

This IN PERSON training blends theory with creative intervention—offering participants a unique opportunity to deepen their work with clients through small-scale environments and imaginative play.

Integrate creative, symbolic, and experiential approaches into clinical work.