Creative Therapy Umbrella

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Welcome back to Creative Therapy Umbrella! We are excited to share this upcoming series with you called “Whats In Your Therapy Bag?” The first four episodes of this series will include short minisodes with Kate where she shares her current favorite resources, interventions, and skills that she uses all the time! We then have four super special interviews lined up with other creative arts therapists, followed by two capstone episodes that will be more of Kate sharing important skills for creative arts therapists working with emotional skills!

Today’s episode is with Sarah Mauskapf — she shares her favorite additions to her “emotional regulation toolkits”, her favorite games, art supplies and how she uses Rhythm Band instruments in her sessions! Check out the links below to get access to the mentioned products and interventions in the episode!

Sarah Mauskapf, MA, MT-BC, ATR, LPC (she/her) is a professional counselor, board-certified music therapist, and registered art therapist with experience across mental health, educational, and private practice settings. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Therapy from Slippery Rock University and dual Master of Arts degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy from Pennsylvania Western University. Sarah’s professional work spans educational settings, consultation, and private practice, with a focus on supporting social-emotional learning, mental health, creativity, and well-being. She currently works as a mental health consultant within a specialized educational setting, supporting neurodivergent learners and the professionals who work alongside them. Sarah is also the owner of Beyond Words Creative Arts Therapy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she works with clients of all ages and abilities through counseling, music therapy, and art therapy services. She is passionate about advocating for greater understanding and recognition of the creative arts therapies and recently launched the Beyond Words Advocacy Shop, featuring apparel and accessories designed to advocate, educate, and spark conversations about the work of creative arts therapists. Outside of her professional work, Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband and their two boys, traveling, photography, and finding opportunities to be creative.

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Check out Sarah’s emotion regular toolkits, group music session plans, social emotional learning activities, and more on her Teachers Pay Teachers! Follow Sarah on Instagram or check out her website!!

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Welcome back to Creative Therapy Umbrella! We are excited to share this upcoming series with you called “Whats In Your Therapy Bag?” The first four episodes of this series will include short minisodes with Kate where she shares her current favorite resources, interventions, and skills that she uses all the time! We then have four super special interviews lined up with other creative arts therapists, followed by two capstone episodes that will be more of Kate sharing important skills for creative arts therapists working with emotional skills!

Todays’ episode is with Kristy Leone — they share everything from necessary creative art supplies to their favorite interventions that they use most frequently in session! Check out the links below to get access to the mentioned products and interventions in the episode!

Kristy Leone, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC, ACS (they/them) is a nonbinary, neuroaffirming art therapist, artist, and outdoor adventurer based in the state of Maryland. As the founder of private practice Labyrinth Art & Wellness, Kristy loves working with transgender, nonbinary, and queer creative overthinkers. Kristy works with children and adults alike, supporting young people through creative expression while helping adults reconnect with their inner child, explore childhood experiences, and make space for the parts of themselves that may still need attention and care. Their professional background includes grief counseling, school-based work, and nonprofit art education, experiences that continue to shape their creative and relational approach to therapy! Kristy offers art therapy from their Timonium, Maryland office while also taking therapy beyond four walls, meeting with individuals and families in the community and outdoors in nature! They also provide clinical supervision for professionals working toward their art therapy and counseling licenses.

Mentioned Products:

Check out Kristy’s Values Cards, Brave Charting, Therapy Maps, and more at their resources page! Follow Kristy on Instagram or check out their website!!

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Welcome back to Creative Therapy Umbrella! We are excited to share this upcoming series with you called “Whats In Your Therapy Bag?” The first four episodes of this series will include short minisodes with Kate where she shares her current favorite resources, interventions, and skills that she uses all the time! We then have four super special interviews lined up with other creative arts therapists, followed by two capstone episodes that will be more of Kate sharing important skills for creative arts therapists working with emotional skills!

Today’s episode covers my all time favorite thing that I use CONSTANTLY in session – clinical curiosity and creative connection!!! This is by far the best skill I have worked on in my journey as a therapist and have seen such beautiful things happen in session because of it. Take a listen to learn more!

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Welcome back to Creative Therapy Umbrella! We are excited to share this upcoming series with you called “Whats In Your Therapy Bag?” The first four episodes of this series will include short minisodes with Kate where she shares her current favorite resources, interventions, and skills that she uses all the time! We then have four super special interviews lined up with other creative arts therapists, followed by two capstone episodes that will be more of Kate sharing important skills for creative arts therapists working with emotional skills!

Today’s episode covers my all time favorite thing that I use CONSTANTLY in session – clinical curiosity and creative connection!!! This is by far the best skill I have worked on in my journey as a therapist and have seen such beautiful things happen in session because of it. Take a listen to learn more!

Curious about the Creative Counseling Skills Course? Click here for more information and to save your spot!

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Welcome back to Creative Therapy Umbrella! We are excited to share this upcoming series with you called “Whats In Your Therapy Bag?” The first four episodes of this series will include short minisodes with Kate where she shares her current favorite resources, interventions, and skills that she uses all the time! We then have four super special interviews lined up with other creative arts therapists, followed by two capstone episodes that will be more of Kate sharing important skills for creative arts therapists working with emotional skills!

Today’s episode covers my favorite way to use table-top role playing games within individual settings — the Quest digital game book! This free game book outlines a super therapist-friendly way to integrate D&D adjacent/ table-top role playing into your sessions. You don’t have to have ever played D&D to use this!! Check out the episode to learn a few ways I bring this into my sessions and make it therapeutic!

Quest – Digital Game Book

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Welcome back to Creative Therapy Umbrella! We are excited to share this upcoming series with you called “Whats In Your Therapy Bag?” The first four episodes of this series will include short minisodes with Kate where she shares her current favorite resources, interventions, and skills that she uses all the time! We then have four super special interviews lined up with other creative arts therapists, followed by two capstone episodes that will be more of Kate sharing important skills for creative arts therapists working with emotional skills!

Today’s episode all about Creative Regulation Strategies! An amazing list that covers tons of ways to express, reduce, or discharge energy from various states. Get your free download below!

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Welcome back to Creative Therapy Umbrella! We are excited to share this upcoming series with you called “Whats In Your Therapy Bag?” The first four episodes of this series will include short minisodes with Kate where she shares her current favorite resources, interventions, and skills that she uses all the time! We then have four super special interviews lined up with other creative arts therapists, followed by two capstone episodes that will be more of Kate sharing important skills for creative arts therapists working with emotional skills!

Today’s episode all about Emotions Potions! A fun quick tag-on that you can use with any games, music, intervention, etc. that will make it therapeutic! Stick around to find out how to use it, get your freebie version below, or check out in the full deck in shop.

🧪EMOTION POTION FREEBIE🧪

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This episode is included in our Partnering with Caregivers pod-course. If you listened to this episode you are already on your way to earning the CE credits!! Learn more here!

This week, we’re honored to welcome Samantha, a neurodivergent, board-certified music therapist, Child Behavior Strategist, and mother to three autistic children. Samantha brings a deeply personal and professional lens to her work, empowering parents of neurodivergent children with the tools, confidence, and compassion they need to thrive.

In this conversation, we explore:
✨ What led her to this work and how her journey as a parent shaped her path
🎵 The powerful role of music therapy in family support
🤝 Why therapists should consider including parents more intentionally in the process
🧠 Structured strategies that therapists and parents can implement together
🧭 How Samantha supports parents beyond traditional therapy sessions

Whether you’re a therapist looking to expand your impact or a parent seeking connection and clarity, this episode offers practical insights and inspiration.

🔗 Learn More + Connect with Samantha:
🌐 Website: www.everybrainisdifferent.com
📸 Instagram: @everybrainisdifferent
📺 YouTube: @everybrainisdifferent
📘 Download: Ultimate Guide to Parenting Your Neurodivergent Child

🎧 Tune in now and discover how every brain really is different — and worthy of understanding and support.

This episode is included in our Partnering with Caregivers pod-course. If you listened to this episode you are already on your way to earning the CE credits!! Learn more here!

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This episode is included in our Partnering with Caregivers pod-course. If you listened to this episode you are already on your way to earning the CE credits!! Learn more here!

In the second part of our series, we break down actionable strategies to integrate parents and caregivers into your sessions as co-therapists. From esteem-building and attunement to co-regulation and repair work, you’ll get concrete interventions, scripts, and playful activities designed to strengthen the caregiver-child connection—both in and outside of session.

💡 You’ll Learn:

→ This episode is packed with tools you can start using immediately—whether caregivers are joining in person or supporting from home. the how in Part Two.

This episode is included in our Partnering with Caregivers pod-course. If you listened to this episode you are already on your way to earning the CE credits!! Learn more here!

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This episode is included in our Partnering with Caregivers pod-course. If you listened to this episode you are already on your way to earning the CE credits!! Learn more here!

Part One: Why It Works (Backed by Research)
In this episode, we dive into the science behind caregiver involvement in child and teen therapy. From improving emotional regulation to supporting long-term clinical outcomes, the research is clear: when parents are meaningfully involved, therapy becomes more effective. Learn why family dynamics, consistency across settings, and caregiver insight can make all the difference—and walk away with foundational tips to begin building collaborative relationships with the adults in your clients’ lives.

🔍 Topics Covered:

→ Listen now and explore the why before diving into the how in Part Two.

This episode is included in our Partnering with Caregivers pod-course. If you listened to this episode you are already on your way to earning the CE credits!! Learn more here!

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Use the code: Celebrate20 for 20% off everything on our site! Take a look at our courses or if you like our resources, check out our Resource Library!