Welcome
The Art Therapy Studio is the oldest expressive arts therapy program of its kind in the
country. Since its inception, our programs have been developed around the philosophy that
art making is central to healing and wellness. In the safe, creative space of the studio, a
person is invited, guided and encouraged by the artist/therapist to rediscover him or herself
through the art making process.
In 2008, we embarked on a strategic planning process with the help of a consulting group.
Teams were formed to focus on key areas of development: Programs, Finance,
Communications, Operations and People & Processes. One of the major outcomes was our
new Mission Statement:
To read more about our strategic plan and how it may affect you, please visit Strategic Plan
Update.
The Art Therapy Studio is the oldest expressive arts therapy program of its kind in the
country. Since its inception, our programs have been developed around the philosophy that
art making is central to healing and wellness. In the safe, creative space of the studio, a
person is invited, guided and encouraged by the artist/therapist to rediscover him or herself
through the art making process.
In 2008, we embarked on a strategic planning process with the help of a consulting group.
Teams were formed to focus on key areas of development: Programs, Finance,
Communications, Operations and People & Processes. One of the major outcomes was our
new Mission Statement:
- Enhancing the quality of life for children
and adults affected by spinal cord injury,
brain trauma, stroke and multiple sclerosis
through the therapeutic use of art.
To read more about our strategic plan and how it may affect you, please visit Strategic Plan
Update.
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ART
THERAPY
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THERAPY
STUDIO
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| 12200 Fairhill Road Cleveland, OH 44120 216.791.9303 |
SINCE 1967
| CALENDAR OF EVENTS click on the links below for more information! June Summer Art Classes June - September "Discover the Artist Within You" Class Brochure September 17 Professional Education Workshop "Return to Equilibrium: What to do When You've Been Knocked Off Center"
Brochure October Dessert Benefit Creative Confections Dessert Competition - October 16th Cleveland Botanical Garden Entry Packets for Pastry Chefs! Monthly Information Sessions/ Site Visits Next Meeting Dates, July 22, Aug. 2, Sept. 1 For students, volunteers and anyone interested in learning more about the Art Therapy Studio and the field of art therapy |
"While some things may change, the healing process of
creating art and the human connection in art therapy is
timeless."
creating art and the human connection in art therapy is
timeless."
| FOLLOW THE ART THERAPY STUDIO |
ART THERAPY STUDIO ON CABLE PROGRAM (posted 12/2009)
ATS was featured on Cleveland's cable channel on a program Disable the Label of Disability:
An Awareness Program. Click here to view the program that was broadcast to 85,000
Cleveland households.
ATS STAFF FEATURED IN BOOK (posted 11/2009)
Martha Stitt, ATS Clinical Coordinator, is featured in the book, Rounding the Circle of Love:
Growing Up as She Grows Old, an interactive guide that shows how to lower stress for
caregivers and elders, by Harriet Tramer. Martha presented how art therapy is used for
seniors, particularly those with memory loss, at Joseph-Beth Booksellers on November
10th. More information can be found on page 18 of the Oct/Nov Cleveland Women's Journal
East.
MEET THE ATS STAFF (posted 10/2009)
ATS operates with seven staff members; Karen B. Peterson, MA - Executive Director,
Lynn C. Lee - Office Manager, Martha C. Stitt, ATR-BC, LPCC, LICDC - Clinical Program
Coordinator and four credentialed art therapists (Denise Cooper, MA, ATR-BC, PC,
Kim Gazella, MA, ATR, Rosalia Rozsahegyi, MA, ATR-BC, Kate Strazisar, ATR-BC, LSW) .
See Staff Biographies for more information.
ANNUAL ART LOAN BENEFIT A SUCCESS (posted 9/2010)
Thank you to everyone who helped make our September 12th Benefit at Shaker Hts. Country
Club a huge success. For more info and photos click here.
ATS was featured on Cleveland's cable channel on a program Disable the Label of Disability:
An Awareness Program. Click here to view the program that was broadcast to 85,000
Cleveland households.
ATS STAFF FEATURED IN BOOK (posted 11/2009)
Martha Stitt, ATS Clinical Coordinator, is featured in the book, Rounding the Circle of Love:
Growing Up as She Grows Old, an interactive guide that shows how to lower stress for
caregivers and elders, by Harriet Tramer. Martha presented how art therapy is used for
seniors, particularly those with memory loss, at Joseph-Beth Booksellers on November
10th. More information can be found on page 18 of the Oct/Nov Cleveland Women's Journal
East.
MEET THE ATS STAFF (posted 10/2009)
ATS operates with seven staff members; Karen B. Peterson, MA - Executive Director,
Lynn C. Lee - Office Manager, Martha C. Stitt, ATR-BC, LPCC, LICDC - Clinical Program
Coordinator and four credentialed art therapists (Denise Cooper, MA, ATR-BC, PC,
Kim Gazella, MA, ATR, Rosalia Rozsahegyi, MA, ATR-BC, Kate Strazisar, ATR-BC, LSW) .
See Staff Biographies for more information.
ANNUAL ART LOAN BENEFIT A SUCCESS (posted 9/2010)
Thank you to everyone who helped make our September 12th Benefit at Shaker Hts. Country
Club a huge success. For more info and photos click here.
ART THERAPY STUDIO RECOGNIZED (posted 1/2010)
The Art Therapy Studio (ATS) was recognized by the Cleveland
Departments of Aging and Public Health for our leadership in
providing essential services to individuals living with a disability in
our community. In this photo, ATS Art Therapist, Rosalia Rozsahegyi
is being honored for her work by Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson at
City Hall. Congratulations Rosalia and all the Art Therapists on our
staff!
The Art Therapy Studio (ATS) was recognized by the Cleveland
Departments of Aging and Public Health for our leadership in
providing essential services to individuals living with a disability in
our community. In this photo, ATS Art Therapist, Rosalia Rozsahegyi
is being honored for her work by Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson at
City Hall. Congratulations Rosalia and all the Art Therapists on our
staff!
News & Announcements...
Art Therapy Studio was highlighted in a
segment on WVIZ's Applause program in
January. Applause is an Emmy
award-winning locally produced TV show that
celebrates artists and cultural groups around
Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Each week this
on-air arts magazine broadcasts a fresh
half-hour of features, performances,
on-location reports, and interviews from the
studios of WVIZ/PBS ideastream.
Congratulations to everyone involved in the
taping!
segment on WVIZ's Applause program in
January. Applause is an Emmy
award-winning locally produced TV show that
celebrates artists and cultural groups around
Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Each week this
on-air arts magazine broadcasts a fresh
half-hour of features, performances,
on-location reports, and interviews from the
studios of WVIZ/PBS ideastream.
Congratulations to everyone involved in the
taping!
ART THERAPY BENEFITS THOSE WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (posted 3/2010)
Art Therapy Studio staff member Denise Cooper, ATR-BC, was interviewed on Dee Perry's
radio show, Around Noon on NPR: WCPN 90.3, on 3/22/10 to talk about the benefits of art
therapy for people who have Multiple Sclerosis. Click here to hear interview.
Art Therapy Studio staff member Denise Cooper, ATR-BC, was interviewed on Dee Perry's
radio show, Around Noon on NPR: WCPN 90.3, on 3/22/10 to talk about the benefits of art
therapy for people who have Multiple Sclerosis. Click here to hear interview.
ART THERAPY STUDIO FEATURED ON WVIZ APPLAUSE (posted 1/2010)
MARC RANALLO, ATS STUDENT FEATURED IN SUN MESSENGER (posted 5/2010)
Marc Ranallo, a long-time student in our "Discover the Artist
Within You" program was recently featured in an article in the
Sun Messenger titled, "Mayfield Village Man Uses Personal
Tragedy to Channel Artistic passion".
To read the article, click here.
Marc Ranallo shows off “My Dream,” his personal favorite painting, while
sitting in the garden area outside the Mayfield branch of the Cuyahoga
County Public Library, which is showcasing his paintings.
Within You" program was recently featured in an article in the
Sun Messenger titled, "Mayfield Village Man Uses Personal
Tragedy to Channel Artistic passion".
To read the article, click here.
Marc Ranallo shows off “My Dream,” his personal favorite painting, while
sitting in the garden area outside the Mayfield branch of the Cuyahoga
County Public Library, which is showcasing his paintings.
MICKIE MCGRAW, AWARDED CLEVELAND ARTS PRIZE (posted 5/2010)
Congratulations to Art Therapy Studio co-Founder Mickie McGraw.
On June 26, 2010 the Cleveland Arts Prize awarded Mickie the
Martha Joseph Prize for Distinguished Service to the Arts, which
honors an individual or organization whose exceptional commitment,
vision, leadership or philanthropy has made a significant contribution
to the vitality and stature of the arts in Northeast Ohio. For more
information, click here.
On June 26, 2010 the Cleveland Arts Prize awarded Mickie the
Martha Joseph Prize for Distinguished Service to the Arts, which
honors an individual or organization whose exceptional commitment,
vision, leadership or philanthropy has made a significant contribution
to the vitality and stature of the arts in Northeast Ohio. For more
information, click here.
2009 ANNUAL REPORT PUBLISHED (posted 6/2010)
For more info, click here.
For more info, click here.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES (posted 6/2010)
We are looking for professionals to help us implement our strategic plans. Volunteering is a
great way to develop or strengthen your project management and leadership skills. The Art
Therapy Studio, founded in 1967, helped support the emotional health of over 1,600 people last
year. Through art therapy, people can begin to cope with trauma, be supported in their rehab
goals, and express themselves visually in the compassionate environment of the studio.
For more information about the specific volunteer opportunities and about the Art Therapy
Studio click here. Thank you for considering our request.
We are looking for professionals to help us implement our strategic plans. Volunteering is a
great way to develop or strengthen your project management and leadership skills. The Art
Therapy Studio, founded in 1967, helped support the emotional health of over 1,600 people last
year. Through art therapy, people can begin to cope with trauma, be supported in their rehab
goals, and express themselves visually in the compassionate environment of the studio.
For more information about the specific volunteer opportunities and about the Art Therapy
Studio click here. Thank you for considering our request.
