Art therapy is a natural and non-threatening form of expression that communicates what cannot be stated in words. The American Art Therapy Association defines art therapy as a mental health profession that uses art to enrich an individual’s emotional, physical, and mental wellness. Art therapy is an engaging creative process that helps individuals resolve inner struggles, develop social skills, increase self-esteem and autonomy, and attain awareness. Molly (Mary) Kometiani, MA, LPAT, ATR-BC, LPCC, is a licensed board-certified art therapist, licensed professional clinical counselor, lecturer, and author. She is the owner and art therapist of Art Therapy Heals, LLC, collaborating with community organizations and educating the public about art therapy and its benefits. Molly has over a decade of experience providing art therapy for survivors of sex trafficking, homeless families victimized by domestic violence, inpatient and outpatient pediatric medical patients and their caregivers, and families of hospice patients and the bereaved. Molly is a leader in Ohio art therapy; since 2011 she has continuously served on the Buckeye Art Therapy Association board including as President for two terms. In addition to having worked as an adjunct faculty member, Mary has delivered numerous creative workshops and presentations at local colleges and regional, national, and international conferences. Molly is the editor of Art Therapy Treatment for Sex Trafficking Survivors: Facilitating Empowerment, Recovery, and Hope in addition to authoring several articles and book chapters.
