Motherhood can look “fine” on the outside while feeling heavy, disconnected, or overwhelming on the inside. This post explores the subtle signs therapy may support you as a mom—even if you’re functioning—and how creative, holistic approaches like art therapy can support anxiety, identity shifts, and emotional overload during motherhood.

Discover how art therapy can support your emotional healing and growth in motherhood. Learn how an art therapist for moms in Denver can help you reconnect with yourself through creativity, self-expression, and holistic care.

Anxiety in early motherhood isn’t just in your head. It lives in the body, and especially in the nervous system. In this post, we explore how gentle practices like breathwork, body awareness, and art-making can support postpartum anxiety, without pressure to fix or push through (written by a postpartum therapist in Denver). If you’re a mom feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or constantly on edge, this is an invitation to soften, listen, and reconnect with yourself at a pace that honors what you’ve been carrying.

The holidays can be joyful, but they can also bring stress and overwhelm. As a holistic therapist in Denver, I help women and moms navigate the tension between winter’s natural slowing and the season’s demands.

This post explores mind-body-spirit practices to stay grounded, present, and connected, including mindfulness, somatic grounding, and small rituals. Learn how to honor your inner rhythm while still showing up during the season, and discover gentle strategies to reduce stress and feel more like yourself this holiday season.

When I became a first-time mom in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, I felt untethered, isolated, and overwhelmed. It wasn’t until I began slowing down—returning to art, presence, and in-person community—that I found my way home to myself. For me, slowing down became a sacred practice: a way to reconnect mind, body, and spirit. As an art therapist in Denver, I’ve seen how this practice can open space for healing, creativity, and deeper connection.

Motherhood can feel like it takes every ounce of your energy, leaving little space for the creative spark you once knew. But what if creativity could be found in the small, ordinary moments of your day? As a postpartum therapist in Denver, I help moms see how simple practices can bring joy, presence, and a deeper connection back to themselves.

Feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or like you're just going through the motions? In this post, Denver-based art therapist Leanne Morton explores what it really means to live a holistic life—one that nurtures your mind, body, and spirit. Learn how creative expression can support your emotional well-being, why so many of us feel fragmented (and why it’s not your fault), and how to take gentle steps toward healing. Whether you're new to holistic living or simply craving a deeper connection with yourself, this guide offers meaningful insight and grounded support from a trauma-informed art therapist in Denver.

What is art therapy, and how does it actually work? If you’ve ever felt unsure about whether art therapy is for you—or assumed it’s only for kids—you’re not alone. As an art therapist in Denver, I often hear the same questions from people who are curious but hesitant. In this post, I’m answering the top 5 most common questions I get about art therapy. This guide will help you better understand what art therapy is (and isn’t), and how it can gently support your healing journey.

Art journaling is more than just a creative outlet—it’s a powerful self-care ritual that can support emotional healing, regulate the nervous system, and help you reconnect with yourself. You don’t need to be an artist to begin. In fact, that’s the point—your art journal is a space to be imperfect, messy, and honest. Keep reading to explore beginner-friendly prompts, recommended materials, and tips to make art journaling a meaningful part of your self-care practice.

Perfectionism often shows up as overthinking, people-pleasing, or never feeling “good enough”—especially during big transitions like motherhood or career changes. In this post, a therapist in Denver explores how perfectionism develops, why it persists into adulthood, and how approaches like Internal Family Systems (IFS) and art therapy can help you meet this part of yourself with curiosity and compassion.