Christine Atkinson, LCAT (She/Her)
Christine Atkinson
Clinical Director, LCAT
Christine Atkinson is a licensed creative arts therapist and doctoral student at Lesley University actively pursuing her PhD in Expressive Therapies. Christine utilizes a person-centered approach, creative expression, and talk therapy in a space that is safe, accepting, and non-judgmental, fostering an environment of self-directed change and path to self-actualization. Together a collaborative approach will be used to reinforce your foundation, reconnect with yourself, and rediscover your identity. She is committed and motivated to provide an authentic, creative space to increase self-awareness, as well as foster growth and self-expression. Some of Christine’s clinical experience includes intrapersonal conflict, life transitions, professional identity development, and supervision.
Creative Art Psychotherapist
Brooklyn, NY
Telehealth
About Christine Atkinson
Focus areas
- Anxiety
- Panic Disorders
- Anger Management
Kiri Lester-Hodges, LCAT (She/They)
Creative Art Psychotherapist
Brooklyn, NY
In-person / Telehealth
About Kiri Lester-Hodges
Focus areas
- Anxiety
- LGTBQ+
-Gender Identity
- Couple Therapy
Kiri Lester-Hodges
LCAT
Kiri holds a Masters of Professional Studies in Art Therapy and Creativity Development from Pratt Institute. In her art therapy practice, Kiri provides a tailored approach for each client’s individual needs and backgrounds. Kiri will collaborate with you to find adaptive, creative ways to achieve your goals, keeping in mind the various systems and contexts at play. Kiri has experience working with adults and children, both individually and in groups. She holds space for people to process their struggles and celebrate their strengths in a safe, judgment-free therapeutic space.
Malene Austin, CAT - LP (She/Her)
Creative Art Psychotherapist
Brooklyn, NY
In-person / Telehealth
About Malene Austin
Focus areas
- Anxiety
- Depression
Malene Austin
CAT-LP
Malene received her Master of Professional Studies degree in Art Therapy and Creativity Development from Pratt Institute. Seeking to support individuals struggling with anxiety, loss/grief, co-dependency, depression, and interpersonal connections, Malene connects art making, meditation, and deep breathing to develop a deeper awareness of what is happening within one's mind and body. Life is an experiment, and Malene encourages clients to operationalize "experimenting" through the use of positive psychology and CBT. The underlying goal is to reduce self-judgment, open the door to self-compassion, and access Peace at any moment.
- Loss / Grief
- Codeependency
Lindsay Long, CAT - LP (She/Her)
Creative Art Psychotherapist
Brooklyn, NY
In-person / Telehealth
About Lindsay Long
Focus areas
- Anxiety
- Couple Therapy
- Depression
Lindsay Long
CAT-LP
Lindsay holds a Master of Professional Studies in Art Therapy and Creativity Development from Pratt Institute. Access and equity are at the heart of Lindsay’s work. Her goal as an art therapist is to offer a welcoming environment where clients feel centered, cared for, and educated. Her integrative approach to therapy includes trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and multicultural frameworks. She seeks to ensure individuals receive care that promotes and respects their values and beliefs at every step of the way.