HI, I AM AMBER (she/they)
Pre-licensed psychotherapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist (ATR)
Through a strengths-based approach, I bring creativity, enthusiasm, and compassion into my work with you. I embrace that each person is unique and deserves an individualized experience on their healing journey. Through collaboration, I believe that meaningful change can occur.
Amber Boesel, MA, LPC, ATR
HI, I AM AMBER (she/they)
Pre-licensed psychotherapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist (ATR)
Amber Boesel, MA, LPC, ATR
Through a strengths-based approach, I bring creativity, enthusiasm, and compassion into my work with you. I embrace that each person is unique and deserves an individualized experience on their healing journey. Through collaboration, I believe that meaningful change can occur.
More About Me
Background
I completed my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health and Art Therapy at Adler Graduate School in Minnesota. I approach the therapeutic process through a strengths-based, collaborative, and holistic lens, with the understanding that each person has individual needs and goals. I aim to walk with you on this path, using art, nature-based therapy, and talk therapy to support healing. With encouragement and a person-centered theoretical approach, I believe that change and acceptance can flourish.
I am a photographer and sculpture artist, who embraces the power of nonverbal processing and communication, which can be guided through various modalities. I believe that personal exploration and art-making can promote increased opportunity for insight and development.
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Amber offers online and in-person sessions at the St. Paul office. To learn more about what an art therapy appointment might be like click here.
Specialties
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults to enhance strengths, personal identity, and deepen understanding through connection. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults who have identified the following: grief and loss, anxiety and depression, trauma, neuro-diversity, and concerns around gender and sexuality. I strive to bring a sense of empowerment into the therapeutic alliance through encouragement, to promote self-lead growth and healing.
- Art Therapy
- Nature and Therapy
- Sexuality, Gender, Identity, and Coming Out
- Severe and Persistent Mental Health Struggles
- Grief and Loss
- Anxiety
- Depression and/or Isolation
- Life Transitions
- Body Image
- LGBTQIA+
- Mindfulness
- Obsessions/Compulsions
- Teen Issues
Personal Interests
When I am not at Invigorate, I love being in nature! I enjoy kayaking, gardening, and making art. Live music is another way I find joy, as well as spending time with my friends, family, and pets.
Education, Trainings, and Affiliations
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Licensed Professional Counselor (MN #3225)
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Registered Art Therapist (ATR #25-087)
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Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) Trained
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Ecotherapy Certified
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Master of Arts Degree in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapy with an emphasis in Art Therapy and Clinical Mental Health, Adler Graduate School, Minnetonka, MN
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Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Art, University of Wisconsin- LaCrosse, La Crosse, WI
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Member, American Art Therapy Association
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Member, Minnesota Art Therapy Association
More About Me
Background
I completed my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health and Art Therapy at Adler Graduate School in Minnesota. I approach the therapeutic process through a strengths-based, collaborative, and holistic lens, with the understanding that each person has individual needs and goals. I aim to walk with you on this path, using art, nature-based therapy, and talk therapy to support healing. With encouragement and a person-centered theoretical approach, I believe that change and acceptance can flourish.
I am a photographer and sculpture artist, who embraces the power of nonverbal processing and communication, which can be guided through various modalities. I believe that personal exploration and art-making can promote increased opportunity for insight and development.
—
Amber offers online and in-person sessions at the St. Paul office. To learn more about what an art therapy appointment might be like click here.
Specialties
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults to enhance strengths, personal identity, and deepen understanding through connection. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults who have identified the following: grief and loss, anxiety and depression, trauma, neuro-diversity, and concerns around gender and sexuality. I strive to bring a sense of empowerment into the therapeutic alliance through encouragement, to promote self-lead growth and healing.
- Art Therapy
- Nature and Therapy
- Sexuality, Gender, Identity, and Coming Out
- Severe and Persistent Mental Health Struggles
- Grief and Loss
- Anxiety
- Depression and/or Isolation
- Life Transitions
- Body Image
- LGBTQIA+
- Mindfulness
- Obsessions/Compulsions
- Teen Issues
Personal Interests
When I am not at Invigorate, I love being in nature! I enjoy kayaking, gardening, and making art. Live music is another way I find joy, as well as spending time with my friends, family, and pets.
Education, Trainings, and Affiliations
-
Licensed Professional Counselor (MN #3225)
-
Registered Art Therapist (ATR #25-087)
-
Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) Trained
-
Ecotherapy Certified
-
Master of Arts Degree in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapy with an emphasis in Art Therapy and Clinical Mental Health, Adler Graduate School, Minnetonka, MN
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Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Art, University of Wisconsin- LaCrosse, La Crosse, WI
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Member, American Art Therapy Association
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Member, Minnesota Art Therapy Association