Teresa Trout, a dedicated marriage and family therapist associate, is commended for guiding individuals in their personal growth and transformation journeys. With a heartfelt commitment to providing a supportive and safe space, she invites clients to explore new ways of being in the world. Known for her grounded, compassionate, playful, and creative personality, Teresa brings a rich therapeutic toolbox to her practice, ensuring a holistic approach to healing. Specializing in Expressive Arts Therapy, she utilizes a diverse array of artistic methods—including visual arts, music, movement, writing, and drama—to facilitate self-exploration and healing. Clients need not worry about their artistic skills; Teresa firmly believes in everyone's innate capacity for creative expression and the profound healing power of the arts. Together, they unlock and harness creative potential as a part of the healing process. Drawing on over 10 years of experience in mental health and the arts, Teresa offers affirmative, knowledgeable, and trauma-informed services to individuals from the LGBTQ+, BDSM/Kink, and Non-Traditional Relationship communities. Many seek her expertise in navigating challenges such as Abuse & Trauma, Chronic Illness, Depression & Anxiety, Inner Child Healing & Childhood Trauma, Loss and Grief, Relational Challenges, and Sexuality.