Integrate Artfully into your school counseling practice.
Artfully Integrated LLC supports school counselors in using art therapy‑informed strategies to foster safety, connection, and emotional well‑being in school communities.
Why Integrate ART?
When art is integrated into practice - healing, growth, and connection with others begin.
Welcoming &
Non-Judgmental
Without pressure or comparison, art is created in a safe space to explore thoughts and emotions.
Inclusive &
Culturally Responsive
The art goes beyond words, supporting authentic expression across languages and cultures.
Reflection &
Meaning-Making
Reflecting on art builds self-awareness, ownership, and purpose.
Trauma-Informed & Research-Supported
Art-making supports emotional regulation, reduces stress, and enhances focus.
Hi I'm Leslie.
With over 20 years of experience in school counseling, district-level leadership, and mental health practice—and a degree in art therapy,
I bring transformative, trauma-informed, culturally competent, and developmentally appropriate strategies that can be used immediately in school settings.
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Testimonials
"The art therapy (approach) sessions provided a vital creative outlet that significantly bolstered our students' confidence and emotional regulation skills. By engaging in these therapeutic exercises, incarcerated high school students learned to manage stress effectively while developing the social cues and collaborative spirit necessary for healthy interpersonal growth. This program has been transformative, offering them a safe space to process complex emotions and build a more resilient sense of self."
LeTroy Jackson
High School Counselor
Chicago, IL
"Implementing Art Therapy Approaches in the school setting has transformed how I structure my counseling program. The diverse techniques Leslie outlines are helpful tools for helping students to feel safe and comfortable sharing their stories, both with me and within their groups."
Ashley Schott
Elementary School Counselor
Chicago, IL
“As an elementary school counselor, I believe art therapy approaches provide a space that connects to all the subjects in school while at the same time providing an outlet for students to express their originality, creative thinking, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Making art lowers stress and allows a student to express how they feel and think. Leslie has developed an social emotional intervention that can be easily applicable in all grade-levels and diverse student populations. It provides the essential lens through which our students can finally process their emotions and their world.”
Marta Lopez
Elementary School Counselor
Chicago, IL
“Leslie de Vera Arroyo provides a user-friendly roadmap for expanding art therapy approaches within schools. The art techniques successfully bridge the gap between creative therapy and school-based support, making it applicable across all grade levels and within various tiered intervention frameworks. It is an invaluable guide for counselors looking to diversify their toolkit with fresh, effective interventions.”
Jessica Porstner
Elementary School Counselor
Chicago, IL
