800-784-1361
Rio Vista Behavioral Health Hospital
Dr. El Paso, TX 79912
About Counseling Center of Expressive Arts
All therapists at the center are skilled in talk therapy. You may have heard of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). It’s talk therapy with a unique approach. Unlike some forms of talk therapy that focus mainly on exploring past experiences or expressing feelings, CBT is more structured and goal oriented. It involves working on specific skills to change negative thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is a common therapy used to help people experiencing mental health issues.
Depending on your needs and unique situation you may participate in group therapy. If you’ve never participated in a group therapy session you may think it’s just a bunch of people taking turns to get advice from a therapist. It’s actually a space where group members share their experiences and support each other. Group therapy helps people realize they’re not alone in their struggles.
Individual and group therapy are common options for substance use support, but what sets CCOEA apart are the additional therapies they offer. Expressive therapies like art, music and movement give people creative ways to explore and release emotions. Sand tray therapy is a unique approach that helps both children and adults explore their emotions by creating scenes in a tray of sand using miniatures. You don’t need to be an artist either. This therapy is about personal insight, not perfection.
Many clients praise The Counseling Center of Expressive Arts, saying they’ve been a lifeline. They say the center offers not only professional guidance but a safe, supportive space where healing can begin.
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Fact checked and written by:
Amy Ramirez-Leal, MA
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW
Latest Reviews
Worse service ever lack of communication both in therapists and facility alone I do not recommend this facility. The therapist Melissa Herrera very rude when explaining certain situations were put on back burner. Concerns were also put off and very insensitive.
Great experience here! I saw Iris Vazquez for individual therapy to get me through my post-partum depression (and life after). She was wonderful, very helpful, and compassionate. I also saw Belinda Galegos for couples counseling with my husband, and she was also so great. Both my husband and I really benefitted from our time with her. Only had to leave here because we moved out of state.
We Have used them on two different occassions. Both child/play therapy and adult counseling. We had had an absolute great experience with our therapists. I currently see Belinda and she has been so helpful.
The therapist We used to see for my daughter is no longer with them but she was equally amazing.
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Our Methodology
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4.6 / 10
Other Forms of Payment
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Treatments
Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Programs
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Clinical Services
Peer support is an important aspect of group therapy sessions for drug and alcohol addiction. As you and your peers share stories and encourage each other, it fosters a sense of community and belonging that helps you process your feelings and reduces the sense of isolation that is associated with addiction.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Couples therapy helps couples learn to control emotions, trust each other, and communicate more effectively. It can be useful for short term intervention for a specific issue or for working on the relationship long term.
The purpose of family therapy is to create a supportive and understanding family dynamic within the family unit. Therapists help individual members to identify and change harmful behavior patterns and improve communication. This provides a stable foundation for the family and their loved one's recovery.
Creative arts therapy focuses on creative processes. You may engage in sculpting, dancing, improv, painting, or sketching. These creative outlets provide an opportunity to explore and express difficult emotions.
Staff
Dr. Leah Fowlkes Miller, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT, RPT-S
Founder & Owner
Diane Wolf Tatem, MA, MS, LPC-S
Licensed Professional Counselor
Luis Cano, MA, LPC, ATR
Therapist
Erika Varela, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Contact Information
1600 Medical Center St
B
El Paso, TX 79902
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