Brushfire Studio — Mental health service in Portland, OR
Address1125 SE Division St #207 OR, Portland, OR 97202
Phone+1503-863-7965
Websitebrushfireart.com
Jessica K. Stumpf is a licensed certified art therapist with 20 years of experience providing individual art therapy for children and adolescents in Portland, Oregon. She utilizes the art-making process as a way for young people to explore and express their inner thoughts and feelings, especially when words may fail them. Her approach is grounded in the belief that art is a universal language that can foster creativity, build connections, and help young people feel more connected to themselves and the world. Stumpf has a Master's Degree in Art Therapy Counseling from Marylhurst University and has worked in various settings, including adolescent drug/alcohol rehabilitation, forensic psychiatry, and pediatric eating disorder treatment.
Best for
- Children
- Adolescents
- Young people struggling with expression
| Key services | Individual art therapy, Art therapy counseling |
| Tags | art therapy, children's therapist, adolescent therapist, portland oregon, expressive therapy, creative arts therapy, mental health counseling, trauma, eating disorders, behavioral issues |
Reviews on Google5.0 · 1 reviews
Jessica is extremely intuitive and immediately connected with my nephew. She created a safe place for him to process his fears, and gave my sister tools to help manage his behavior at home. I highly recommend her!
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