Incorporating art in treatment can facilitate whole brain integration and can enhance the treatment process.

About Us

Coastal Art Therapy Services was founded to increase accessibility to creativity in mental health in the Hampton Roads community. We specialize in art therapy and evidence-based counseling to help clients heal from life’s challenges. We value genuine, inclusive, sustainable clinical practice supported by research and strive to have CATS be the central hub for effective creative arts therapists in the Hampton Roads area.

Meet the Team

  • Lisa C Thomas Headshot

    Lisa C. Thomas, LPC, ATR-BC

    Practice Owner and Art Therapist

    Not accepting new clients

  • Haley Brown Headshot

    Haley Brown, MS, Resident in Counseling, ATR-P

    Art Therapist

  • Emma Blevins Headshot

    Emma Blevins, LPC

    Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Kristen Watson Headshot

    Kristen Watson, MS, Resident in Counseling

    Art Therapist

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