Art & Play Therapy for Kids
Meet our specialists in this area
Melissa Klay, PhD, LCAT, ATR-BC
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Director of Art Therapy Program
Dr. Klay is a licensed psychologist and board-certified art therapist with more than 25 years of experience treating complex trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation in children, adolescents, and adults. She directs PPG’s art therapy program.
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Kate Testa, MA
Art Therapist in Residence
Kate is an art therapist who works with children and adolescents in grades preK–12, with a focus on neurodiverse young people, including autistic children, English language learners, and students with learning or physical disabilities. She also offers individual art therapy for adults, on its own or alongside traditional psychotherapy.
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Emily Mudge, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Emily is a licensed clinical social worker and parent coach who works with children, adolescents, adults and families on anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation. She helps parents turn what happens in therapy into everyday strategies at home.
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Valerie Scelsa, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Scelsa specializes in anxiety, OCD, ADHD, ARFID and related behavioral challenges in children, adolescents, and young adults, and coaches parents to support their child’s progress.
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Eva Leighton, PhD
CFO, Training Director
Dr. Leighton is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults, couples, children, and families on trauma recovery, substance use, parenting and behavioral concerns, and relationship difficulties. Her style is warm and supportive, with a natural sense of humor.
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