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Ali and Kelly attended the same Master's level graduate program at Holy Family University from 2017-2020. What attracted both of them to this specific university was the opportunity to earn a dual degree in both Counseling Psychology and Art Therapy. Sharing the same passion for their studies, they immediately went from being colleagues to friends. After receiving their Master's degrees, Ali and Kelly became coworkers where they continued building their skills and knowledge in outpatient settings. It has always been a dream for both Ali and Kelly to establish a private practice together one day. It is their hope to continue enriching the lives of individuals through Art Therapy and Counseling at Blooming Rose Holistic LLC. To learn more about Ali and Kelly individually, please read their professional profiles below. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us and hear our story. We are so excited that you are here!

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Founder & Owner

Kelly Leary, MS LPC ATR-BC

Licensed Professional Counselor | Board Certified Art Therapist

About Kelly

Kelly is a Psychotherapist specializing in Art Therapy. Kelly grew up in an Italian neighborhood in Philadelphia where a garden of healing food was growing in every yard. Experiencing loss at a young age, in a time when mental health was stigmatized, led Kelly into the direction of therapy and her creativity, or sometimes lack of creativity, led her to art therapy. After feeling stuck and unhappy in her career, she completed her Master's in Counseling Psychology at Holy Family University (never too late) and began a major life transition. Kelly has a range of experience using art therapy in inpatient psychiatric settings to treat trauma, eating disorders, self-injury, anxiety, and depression. As an art therapist, Kelly provides each client the ability to communicate their thoughts and feelings through the creative process. Kelly collaborates with all ages in a safe, nonjudgmental space, meeting each client where they are in their journey. Kelly believes in holistic wellness for a whole person approach to healing. As an artist, Kelly works with multiple art mediums such as photography, collage, sewing, painting, book alterations, sculpture, and drawing.

In Kelly's free time, she enjoys gardening, cooking, being in nature, reading, energy medicine, and spending time with her family including her rescue dogs, Bucky and Olive Oyl. Kelly is Usui Reiki Level 1 and 2 certified. She is in the process of becoming an Herbalist and uses herbs and nature as part of the healing process.

Specialties

Kelly enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults. She has a passion to help those who struggle with anxiety, eating disorders, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Kelly's clients are creative individuals who often take the world on their shoulders. Kelly's clients are parents, partners, children, and siblings who are needing to be heard. Kelly enjoys working with those who are experiencing panic attacks and anxiety as she can provide you the hope that you can heal. Kelly works with those experiencing grief including loss of relationships, loved ones, and pet loss.

Kelly also provides clinical art supervision for post grad therapists pursuing their ATR. ✨

Theoretical Approaches

Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Existential Therapy
Feminist Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Mindfulness
Narrative Therapy
Person Centered Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy

Active State License

Pennsylvania- In person and Telehealth

https://www.pals.pa.gov/#!/page/search

South Carolina- Telehealth

https://llr.sc.gov/TeleHealth/Counselor.html

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Founder & Owner

Ali Goldstein, MS LPC ATR-BC

Licensed Professional Counselor | Board Certified Art Therapist

About Ali

Ali is a Board Certified Art Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. Ali completed her undergraduate program and received her BFA from West Chester University. Directly after earning her undergraduate degree in 2016, Ali began her graduate program at Holy Family University in 2017 to complete her Master's in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Art Therapy. Ali has always had a strong passion for both art and psychology, and believes in the powerful healing benefits of combining these two specialties to help others heal and express themselves. As an art therapist, she has learned the value of creating art without holding any self-judgement or expectations. Ali provides a friendly energy to create a safe environment that encourages opportunities for self-expression as a form of communication. Ali has years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. Ali specializes in working with clients who struggle with ADD/ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and depression. Throughout her education and experience, Ali has developed a deep understanding of feelings and emotions. Ali uses her knowledge and skills to work closely with her clients to empower them, support them in breaking free from destructive patterns, and in cultivating a deeper sense of self-awareness.

During Ali’s free time, she enjoys spending time in nature, taking walks and going on runs, creating art, reading, listening to music, and spending time with her family and friends.