CREO
THERAPY STUDIO
MEET ARIELLE
Arielle Rothenberg (they/she/he), LPAT, LPCC, LPC, ATR-BC is a Board-Certified and clinically licensed art therapist currently working from unceded Native land ancestrally cared for by Indigenous Tiwa, Sandia, Isleta, Pueblo, Diné, Apache people and Nations.
Once only referred to as Turtle Island, and today also known as the United States, Arielle works with individuals residing in New Mexico and Colorado.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Education
Master of Professional Studies, Art Therapy (2016)
School of Visual Arts, NYC
Bachelor of Science, Fine Art Education (2013)
Bachelor of Science, Foundations of Art Therapy (2013)
CUNY Baccalaureate for Unique & Interdisciplinary Studies, NYC -
Because: The original name of the united states is Turtle Island. No human being can be an alien (by definition, it isn’t possible. I checked.) Everyone deserves access to fresh foods and a safe work environment, including sex workers. I am pro-choice for abortion, and have seen the lifesaving power of gender affirming care. I try to challenge the ways racial capitalism has conditioned me to think of self-worth and productivity. I support making good trouble. I believe there is no correct body size or shape and that every person has a unique definition of health and wellness.
I believe all humans can be creative with the right supports and equity. In my clinical practice, I understand how identity intersections and the systems we exist in shape who we are and how we experience the world.
Connecting to the multiple facets of our “self” can engender greater self-understanding and opportunities for human connections that feel safe. The therapy I provide actively challenges the oppressive systems and power imbalances that impact our well-being by supporting you to reclaim your autonomy and feel empowered.
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Resourcing Practices for Neurodivergent Nervous Systems (2026)
Navigating Internalized Ableism in Ourselves and Our Clients (2026)
Healing After Sexual Trauma(2025)
Culturally-Specific Expressions of Neurodivergence (2025)
Autism and Gender Variance: Clinical Considerations (2024)
Neurodivergent Affirming Adult Autism Assessment for Therapists (2024)
Interview Techniques and
Screening Tools for Masters-Level Therapists in Assessing for ADHD (2024)Therapeutic Movement & Yoga Techniques (2022)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) (2014)
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I’m a queer, non-binary, Jewish, anti-zionist, AuDHD individual with chronic illness (hello, fellow spoonies!). My neurodivergent traits and queer ways of being help me think uniquely and challenge internalized ableism, which in turn fuels creative ways to support my clients.
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Sharing space with people as they navigate their life challenges is humbling work and a constant reminder of our collective strengths and fortitude as humans. In my practice I aim to be affirming and containing while also giving non-judgmental space and freedom to try new things, make mistakes, and learn to grow new parts of yourself.
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I work with clients and supervisees in New Mexico and Colorado. I provide consulting in the mental health advocacy space across Turtle Island (the United States).
an intersectional, ‘no human can be an alien’, identity-first approach to mental healthcare that recognizes differences, not pathologies.
INDIVIDUAL ART THERAPY
a space to express yourself that doesn’t require words.
ADULT ADHD & AUTISM ASSESSMENT
you don’t have to match a textbook description to seek clarity.
GROUP ART THERAPY
sharing similar experiences together as a tool for healing.
**coming fall/winter 2026
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Art therapy is an expressive, sensory-friendly approach to therapy that honors all ways of communicating. You don’t need to be an “artist” to do art therapy, just a willingness to try something new.
I offer individual art therapy or adjunctive art therapy. Adjunctive art therapy supports folx who already have a primary therapist and want additional support to process with the guidance of creative self-expression. Depending on your plan, this may be covered by insurance.
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I provide Master’s level ADHD assessments that look beyond stereotypes to understand how your brain actually works. This process is intended to be empowering, real-life oriented, and is created with late-identified, LGBTQIAP2S+, and BIMPOC adults in mind.
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I offer in-depth, Master’s-level autism assessments that are collaborative, respectful, and rooted in real-life experience. This process is strengths-based, affirming, and especially designed for queer, trans, Global Majority, multiracial, and late-identified individuals.
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Telehealth art therapy groups anticipated to start Summer/Fall 2026. Send me a message or email if you’d like to be in the loop for future offerings.
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I offer supervision hours and guidance for non-independently licensed clinicians in New Mexico and Colorado who are working towards independent licensure. Email me here to learn more.
neurodivergent affirming
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NO HUMAN IS ILLEGAL
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bimpoc, indigenous & global majority affirming
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lbgtqiap2s+ affirming
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disability & chronic illness empowering
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trans & enby affirming
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DESTROY RACIAL CAPITALISM
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kink & bdsm affirming
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neurodivergent affirming ✸ NO HUMAN IS ILLEGAL ✸ bimpoc, indigenous & global majority affirming ✸ lbgtqiap2s+ affirming ✸ disability & chronic illness empowering ✸ trans & enby affirming ✸ DESTROY RACIAL CAPITALISM ✸ kink & bdsm affirming ✸
RATES &
INSURANCE
✦ Self-Pay Rate: $235/session
✦ Limited sliding scale availability
✦ All sessions - 60 min.
✦ HIPAA-compliant telehealth only
✦ Superbills available upon request
New Mexico residents
✦ All Medicaid plans (Presbyterian
Health Plan, Molina Healthcare,
Turquoise Care, Magellan Health
Services, Blue Cross Blue Shield
of NM)
✦ Blue Cross Blue Shield commercial
plans
✦ Presbyterian Health commercial
plans
✦ Self/private-pay
Colorado residents
✦ Self/private-pay only
