Halligan Creative Arts Therapy, PLLC

04/24/2026

Looking for a fun summer activity? Join Halligan Creative Arts Therapy for Summer Art on the Porch on Saturday, June 6 at 6 PM in the NOTA neighborhood!

We’ll be painting and personalizing straw tote bags in a relaxed outdoor setting. Ages 8+ welcome, all materials are included, and refreshments will be available. Feel free to bring your own too.

Come enjoy a creative evening and make something you can use all summer long.

Register here: https://painted-straw-tote-bags.eventbrite.com

04/23/2026

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

04/23/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!!!

04/23/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! We wouldn’t be here without the support of our amazing administrative team! Thank you Courtney and Jillian for all that you do and the support you provide us and our clients every day! We are so grateful for you both! 💕🖌️💻📞

04/20/2026

Another exciting CEU opportunity!

Write It Out: Reflective Writing for Clinicians Carrying Heavy Work with Dr. Beth Pacheco ✨

3 contact hours available for NYS LCATs, LMHCs, LMSWs/LCSWs, and LMFTs

Use Code EARLYBIRD for $10 off until May 5th!

Join us for a 3-hour interactive online workshop designed to support clinicians navigating the emotional weight of clinical work during times of social and global instability.

This training explores reflective writing as a practical tool for emotional regulation, boundary awareness, and long-term professional sustainability.

Questions? Email us at community@halliganarts.com.

To register, head to the link in our bio or visit www.halliganarts.com/continuing-education.

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04/15/2026

Two years ago today we moved into our building in NOTA. We have loved transforming our “home” here for our practice and our clients. We are so grateful to be able to work with our amazing clients each day and make this a place of healing and support. We feel right at home here in Neighbhood of the Arts! Click our links to learn more about us and how to access insurance based therapy! We also offer community workshops and classes! Full calendar of those coming soon!

04/13/2026

Join us virtually on Friday, May 15 | 1 to 4 PM EST for this exciting workshop!

This experiential workshop offers 3 contact hours for NYS LCATs and explores how art therapy can support ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) through a trauma-informed, expressive arts approach.

You’ll explore:

🌀 creative tools for preparation, dosing, and integration
🌀 practical insight for individual and group work
🌀 ethical, cultural, and clinical considerations

Please note: clinicians must complete specialized training and certification to practice ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. You do not need to be trained in KAP to attend this workshop. Those who are curious or interested in learning more are absolutely welcome.

Led by Juanita Viera, art therapist and founder of a private practice centered on trauma healing and creativity development.

Register here: Psychedelic-Art-Therapy-Workshop.eventbrite.com

04/08/2026

We are excited to offer a new scholarship opportunity for high school seniors at School of the Arts through Friends of School of the Arts - Rochester, NY!

There are two $500 scholarship awards available for students who are interested in pursuing a degree in mental health, art therapy or psychology in college.

Current seniors at SOTA can find more information by contacting their guidance counselor to apply! We can’t wait to learn more about what your future holds and support those dreams! 🎨🖌️

https://www.friendsofsota.org/scholarships/halligan-creative-arts-and-mental-health-scholarship?fbclid=IwVERDUARCwwBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeagP-CbdGBz8dXXq0G1pegr4xppC9Aw3kcHxQHUE8RCV7_pvI4CY7JAs89Qk_aem_rR53Ak7pHerjO30NCQn8Vg

Award: $500 Number of Awards Granted: 2 Eligibility: Any major at SOTA: Students that have shown interest in working in the field of mental health Students who demonstrate kindness, address bullying, mental health issues and/or student activism Students that demonstrate significant leadership,

04/07/2026

We try to make therapy as accessible as possible by taking all the insurances that will accept LCATS but there is more work to be done! Thank you Assemblymember Harry Bronson and Senator Samra Brouk for this article about the need for more mental health coverage!

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04/07/2026

We’re really excited to share that Halligan Creative Arts Therapy PLLC has been named the SBA Buffalo District Small Business Person of the Year for National Small Business Week 2026. 🎉

Shannon has worked so hard to build Halligan Creative Arts Therapy into what it is today, and this recognition is such a meaningful one. At the same time, it truly takes a team. None of this happens without the care, dedication, and heart of the people who show up every day and help make this work possible.

We’re really proud to celebrate this recognition and grateful for everyone who has been part of the journey. 💙

04/07/2026

Check out some of our upcoming workshops! We have more in the works and will be updating our schedule soon! 👏

Head to www.halliganarts.com/continuing-education to learn more and register!