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Kelly Jacobs, Art Therapist

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Kelly Jacobs, Art Therapist

I am a counselor & art therapist offering individual mental health services in Maryland. I also facilitate Creative Care Wellness Workshops.

Kelly Jacobs is a licensed counselor, and licensed & board certified art therapist. At Art Nest Therapy, Kelly sees clients individually for mental health services, and specializes in supporting those challenged by mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar), trauma, and perinatal mental health issues. Kelly has advanced training in Somatic Experiencing, Brainspotting, and Perinatal Mental Health.

*DISCLAIMER: Facebook and this account are not a replacement for therapy. The content posted is intended as general and educational information only. Ethically, Kelly Jacobs cannot respond to DMs about personal or clinical questions. if you you have personal or clinical questions, please reach out to a mental health clinician in your area. If you are located in Maryland and interested in the services offered at Art Nest Therapy, please use the contact form on the website or email [email protected].

08/26/2026

Hey there, community! I have been struggling with this social media space for a while (which is why I haven't been posting much). I realized that I am really longing for more connection and thoughtful discussion. So, I am taking a leap here and asking a question that I believe is essential for the field of art therapy to answer.

"Is Art Therapy a modality?"

When I have asked colleagues this, I get one of two general answers. Either an emphatic, "Absolutely not!" Or "Yes? I mean, I have called it that, but I've never really thought about it." In the case of the former, I will prompt: "Why is it not a modality?" To which I get the usual response of: "Because it is a mental health profession." Which, I have to point out, doesn't really adequately answer the question. In the end, no matter the answer I get, it is clear that most art therapists haven't really thought about why art therapy IS or ISN'T a modality.

So let's think about it.

Because we need to figure this out. We need the messaging about our field to be clear and consistent.

What is your answer? (Developing, confused, and wondering ideas welcome!)

08/10/2026

Have you used Hanji paper? This was my first time experimenting with it. I know I have a lot more to learn but I love the potential here!

04/03/2026

Coming soon! Come experience some embodied art-making with me.

The spring virtual Expressive Therapies Summit is offered in Pacific Time. I am excited to connect with some creative folks on the west coast. If you are on the east coast, you can certainly come too! Just double-check the time 😁

03/25/2026

Dealing with my conference "hangover" through visual processing - both words & images.

I always seem to struggle with processing and integrating all the fabulous information from conferences as I swiftly transition back into seeing clients.

I know, I know, it is TOTALLY SHOCKING that the answer just might be in making ART. 🎨

03/23/2026

So so so grateful for the opportunity to present again at with my friend and colleague, Alby Gyimah-Boadi (). I feel privileged to both share knowledge AND learn from other incredible psychotherapists.

These are just a few images that, honestly, do not do justice to my amazing experience at PNS 2026. I am admittedly quite awful at remembering to take photos at events. On the plus side, this means I am being present in the experience and truly soaking it in!

Special thanks to all those who participated in our experiential session and shared their creative process within our amazing group!

03/16/2026

Slow stitching & circumambulation. 🪡

Can you tell that I have been revisiting my Jungian roots? 😉

03/09/2026

Stay tuned. 📺
Calibrating.

I have been thinking a lot about how I want to show up in the social media space - which is also why I haven't posted much in a while. Real life focuses have felt more important, and I imagine that they will continue to feel that way. But I would like to find a way to be present here without drowning in the world of the algorithm.

I am figuring it out. With art, of course. 🙂🎨

10/20/2025

Tiny art to organize a multitude of thoughts and feelings. Sometimes, all you need is a little painter's tape to make little containers for all the little things. 🎨

09/20/2025

I'm thrilled to invite you to a free Clinical Conversation hosted by Trauma Therapist Institute:
Bringing Your Creative Self to Therapeutic Work.

This isn't your typical lecture: it's a space to explore how creativity, intuition, and authenticity can deepen our clinical work. Whether it’s art, movement, metaphor, or just showing up more fully as you, this conversation is for any therapist craving a more alive, connected practice.

It’s totally free, and I’d love to have you there.
Save your spot: https://tinyurl.com/33tc8h5a

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Washington D.C., DC

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	12pm - 6pm

Website

http://www.artnesttherapy.com/

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