Erin Melfi LCAT, ATRBC
NYS Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Board Certified Art Therapist
Art Therapy Counseling
Erin Melfi LCAT, ATRBC
About Me
Located in Buffalo, NY, I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist with a master's degree in Art Therapy from Nazareth College and over 12 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, including residential facilities, outpatient clinics, primary care offices, and inpatient psychiatric hospitals. Most recently, I’ve transitioned into private practice, where I focus on providing personalized care to my clients. With a deep passion for supporting mental health through creative expression, I believe in the healing power of art to foster emotional resilience, personal growth, and well-being. Whether you’re navigating life's challenges or looking for a unique therapeutic approach, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey to wellness.
Art Therapy
In 2006, NYS began licensing art therapists (LCAT) as licensed mental health practitioners. There are approximately 1,800 licensed arts therapists practicing in NYS.
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Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses creative expression through art-making to help individuals explore emotions, process experiences, and foster personal growth. By engaging in the artistic process, clients can access feelings and thoughts that might be difficult to express with words alone.
This therapeutic approach encourages self-reflection, enhances coping skills, and promotes healing in a nonverbal, intuitive way. It is effective for individuals of all ages and can be used to address a wide range of mental health challenges.
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No artistic ability is necessary.
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy technique designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. By using guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, EMDR allows the brain to reprocess distressing memories, reducing their emotional impact and helping individuals gain new perspectives. It is particularly effective for treating PTSD, anxiety, and other trauma-related conditions.
