President
Mindy Jacobson-Levy
Mindy Jacobson-Levy, MCAT, ATR-BC, LPC, LPAT, PAATA HLM is a Board Certified, Registered Art Therapist, a Licensed Professional Art Therapist (NJ), and a Licensed Professional Counselor (PA & NJ). She received the Delaware Valley Art Therapy Association/PAATA Honorary Life Member Award (1996), the Innovative Applications of Art Therapy Award (2015), and has served on the PAATA Board of Directors as Treasurer, Newsletter Chair, and current President (2023-2025). Mindy graduated from the State University of New York (Stony Brook) with a dual bachelor’s degree in fine arts and psychology, and has a master’s degree from Hahnemann University (now Drexel) in creative arts therapy. She also received a certification in the administration of social services from Temple University.
Mindy is a trained SoulCollage® Facilitator and Certified Broken Bowl™ Facilitator. Her career spans over four decades and includes inpatient, partial, and intensive outpatient programs, as well as supervision and consultation. Currently, she is in private practice and her clinical areas of expertise include serving individuals impacted by trauma, eating disorders, and a range of psychological concerns from childhood to adulthood. She provides professional supervision and is a national speaker and author.
Her most recent publication is Creative Destruction and Transformation in Art and Therapy: Reframing, Reforming, Reclaiming (Jacobson-Levy & Miller, 2022, Art Therapy Journal). In addition to several other publications, she co-authored Finding Your Voice Through Creativity: The Art & Journaling Workbook for Disordered Eating (Jacobson-Levy & Foy-Tornay, 2010, Gürze Books) and was invited by the International Society for the Study of Dissociation and Trauma to assist in authoring the Guidelines for Treating Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adults (ISST-D, 2005 & 2011). Mindy is also a mixed-media artist.
Mindy Jacobson-Levy
Mindy Jacobson-Levy, MCAT, ATR-BC, LPC, LPAT, PAATA HLM is a Board Certified, Registered Art Therapist, a Licensed Professional Art Therapist (NJ), and a Licensed Professional Counselor (PA & NJ). She received the Delaware Valley Art Therapy Association/PAATA Honorary Life Member Award (1996), the Innovative Applications of Art Therapy Award (2015), and has served on the PAATA Board of Directors as Treasurer, Newsletter Chair, and current President (2023-2025). Mindy graduated from the State University of New York (Stony Brook) with a dual bachelor’s degree in fine arts and psychology, and has a master’s degree from Hahnemann University (now Drexel) in creative arts therapy. She also received a certification in the administration of social services from Temple University.
Mindy is a trained SoulCollage® Facilitator and Certified Broken Bowl™ Facilitator. Her career spans over four decades and includes inpatient, partial, and intensive outpatient programs, as well as supervision and consultation. Currently, she is in private practice and her clinical areas of expertise include serving individuals impacted by trauma, eating disorders, and a range of psychological concerns from childhood to adulthood. She provides professional supervision and is a national speaker and author.
Her most recent publication is Creative Destruction and Transformation in Art and Therapy: Reframing, Reforming, Reclaiming (Jacobson-Levy & Miller, 2022, Art Therapy Journal). In addition to several other publications, she co-authored Finding Your Voice Through Creativity: The Art & Journaling Workbook for Disordered Eating (Jacobson-Levy & Foy-Tornay, 2010, Gürze Books) and was invited by the International Society for the Study of Dissociation and Trauma to assist in authoring the Guidelines for Treating Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adults (ISST-D, 2005 & 2011). Mindy is also a mixed-media artist.
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President-Elect & Membership Chair
Kate Gibson Kate Gibson, ATR-BC, LPC received her bachelors degree from Allegheny College in Meadville, PA double majoring in Psychology and Studio Art. She went on to pursue a Master’s degree in Art Therapy and Counseling from Seton Hill University in Greensburg, PA. Kate currently works at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh as the senior art therapist where she treats patients and family members coping with medical illness and treatment, new diagnoses, and hospitalization. In addition to individual and family treatment, Kate developed various open art studio programs as well as the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit parent support group. Kate also opened her practice Draw It Out LLC in 2016 working with children, adolescents, and adults. Kate has 11 years of experience working in community, educational, and outpatient mental health settings and specializes in the treatment of Autism, developmental and learning disabilities, Anxiety and Trauma in children, adolescents, and adults. |
Corresponding Secretary
Ashley Caldero
Ashley Caldaro, MA, ATR-BC, LPC was born and raised in Northern New Jersey. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Art Therapy from Marywood University, and went on to receive her Master's degree in Art Therapy and Counseling from Drexel University. Since graduating, Ashley has remained in Philadelphia. Ashley has extensive experience working with the inpatient psychiatric population, providing both group and individual therapy. She currently works at Belmont Behavioral Hospital in Philadelphia. Ashley is passionate about helping individuals in crisis find meaning through art making. She works with a variety of age groups, though her time is primarily spent with the adult population. Ashley currently provides ATR-BC supervision. When she’s not at work, she enjoys spending time outside and making homemade pizzas!
Ashley Caldero
Ashley Caldaro, MA, ATR-BC, LPC was born and raised in Northern New Jersey. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Art Therapy from Marywood University, and went on to receive her Master's degree in Art Therapy and Counseling from Drexel University. Since graduating, Ashley has remained in Philadelphia. Ashley has extensive experience working with the inpatient psychiatric population, providing both group and individual therapy. She currently works at Belmont Behavioral Hospital in Philadelphia. Ashley is passionate about helping individuals in crisis find meaning through art making. She works with a variety of age groups, though her time is primarily spent with the adult population. Ashley currently provides ATR-BC supervision. When she’s not at work, she enjoys spending time outside and making homemade pizzas!
Treasurer
Adele Minton
Adele Minton, MCAT, ATR-BC, LPC attended Kutztown State College (now Kutztown University) and received a BS in Art Education. She taught elementary school art for a few years before discovering the field of art therapy. She attended Hahnemann University (now Drexel University). She received a Masters of Creative Arts in Therapy (MCAT) with a concentration in art therapy. She has worked in both outpatient and inpatient psychiatric facilities as well as with residents of a nursing home. Since 1991 she has been employed at St. Francis Medical Center in Trenton, NJ where she works as an art therapist and a variety of other capacities. Three-quarters of the beds on this unit are for those patients who have been committed. Many are diagnosed with serious mental illness. In the community she facilitates Flying Solo, a support group for individuals facing the challenges of separation and divorce. In addition, Adele has taught at Holy Family University in their graduate art therapy program. Early in her career Adele She has previously served on the DVATA board as Recording Secretary, President-Elect and President.
Adele Minton
Adele Minton, MCAT, ATR-BC, LPC attended Kutztown State College (now Kutztown University) and received a BS in Art Education. She taught elementary school art for a few years before discovering the field of art therapy. She attended Hahnemann University (now Drexel University). She received a Masters of Creative Arts in Therapy (MCAT) with a concentration in art therapy. She has worked in both outpatient and inpatient psychiatric facilities as well as with residents of a nursing home. Since 1991 she has been employed at St. Francis Medical Center in Trenton, NJ where she works as an art therapist and a variety of other capacities. Three-quarters of the beds on this unit are for those patients who have been committed. Many are diagnosed with serious mental illness. In the community she facilitates Flying Solo, a support group for individuals facing the challenges of separation and divorce. In addition, Adele has taught at Holy Family University in their graduate art therapy program. Early in her career Adele She has previously served on the DVATA board as Recording Secretary, President-Elect and President.
Governmental Affairs Chair
Elizabeth Micciulla
Elizabeth Micciulla, MA, NCC, ATR-P, CAADC attended Caldwell University where she obtained her B.A. in Art and Psychology in 2018. In 2021, Liz then went on to earn her M.A. in Counseling, specializing in Art Therapy. Since completing her M.A., she has started her career with Livengrin Foundation as an outpatient counselor and art therapist in their Northeast Philadelphia location. In this position, Liz works with adults who are diagnosed with Substance Use Disorders in group, as well as individual settings. In her free time, Liz enjoys spending time with her family, two cats, learning piano, and exploring acrylic and oil paint mediums.
Elizabeth Micciulla
Elizabeth Micciulla, MA, NCC, ATR-P, CAADC attended Caldwell University where she obtained her B.A. in Art and Psychology in 2018. In 2021, Liz then went on to earn her M.A. in Counseling, specializing in Art Therapy. Since completing her M.A., she has started her career with Livengrin Foundation as an outpatient counselor and art therapist in their Northeast Philadelphia location. In this position, Liz works with adults who are diagnosed with Substance Use Disorders in group, as well as individual settings. In her free time, Liz enjoys spending time with her family, two cats, learning piano, and exploring acrylic and oil paint mediums.
Events Co-Chair
Chris Zweifel
Chris Zweifel, MA, ATR-P is working towards becoming a Registered, Board-Certified Art
Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. She received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s
degrees in Art Therapy from Cedar Crest College. Since then, she has been contracting as an
Outpatient Clinical Therapist for Community Counseling Services. In her practice, she
incorporates eco-art therapy ideas as a treatment modality. She aims to help people lessen
distressing symptoms by doing art in, with and about nature.
Chris is laying the groundwork to engage in environmental art therapy with survivors of natural disasters. Her desire is to beautify public spaces and to help rebuild communities. Accordingly, she volunteers as a Disaster Action Team Supervisor with the American Red Cross. Serving as team leader on responses, she provides immediate support and assistance to individuals and families impacted by local disasters.
Under her pseudonym, Chris Singleheart, she hosts the independent podcast, SWAN Power. Through this passion project, she helps listeners discover the power of spirituality, wellness, arts, and nature. Of course, her chief visual artform is floral design. When she is not working or creating, you can find Chris training for her next marathon by running through forests.
Chris Zweifel
Chris Zweifel, MA, ATR-P is working towards becoming a Registered, Board-Certified Art
Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. She received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s
degrees in Art Therapy from Cedar Crest College. Since then, she has been contracting as an
Outpatient Clinical Therapist for Community Counseling Services. In her practice, she
incorporates eco-art therapy ideas as a treatment modality. She aims to help people lessen
distressing symptoms by doing art in, with and about nature.
Chris is laying the groundwork to engage in environmental art therapy with survivors of natural disasters. Her desire is to beautify public spaces and to help rebuild communities. Accordingly, she volunteers as a Disaster Action Team Supervisor with the American Red Cross. Serving as team leader on responses, she provides immediate support and assistance to individuals and families impacted by local disasters.
Under her pseudonym, Chris Singleheart, she hosts the independent podcast, SWAN Power. Through this passion project, she helps listeners discover the power of spirituality, wellness, arts, and nature. Of course, her chief visual artform is floral design. When she is not working or creating, you can find Chris training for her next marathon by running through forests.
Events Co-Chair
Sheila Lorenzo de la Peña
Sheila Lorenzo de la Peña, PhD, ATR-BC, ATCS. Fall 2019 I became a full time faculty with the art therapy program at PennWest University, Edinboro Campus. I obtained my Ph.D. in Art Education with a focus on Art Therapy and a Masters in Art Therapy from Florida State University. Prior to academia I spent 12 years working in forensic mental health with adults living with a chronic mental illness within a large state system. My primary work has been with the fusion of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and art therapy. I advocate for the building of resilience through the reciprocal and life-long relationship of creative expression.
To view some of my images check out my Instagram feed https://www.instagram.com/sacredartz/
Sheila Lorenzo de la Peña
Sheila Lorenzo de la Peña, PhD, ATR-BC, ATCS. Fall 2019 I became a full time faculty with the art therapy program at PennWest University, Edinboro Campus. I obtained my Ph.D. in Art Education with a focus on Art Therapy and a Masters in Art Therapy from Florida State University. Prior to academia I spent 12 years working in forensic mental health with adults living with a chronic mental illness within a large state system. My primary work has been with the fusion of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and art therapy. I advocate for the building of resilience through the reciprocal and life-long relationship of creative expression.
To view some of my images check out my Instagram feed https://www.instagram.com/sacredartz/
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Jobs Research
Anne Picardi Anne Picardi, MS, ATR (she/her) received her bachelor’s degree from Capital University in Columbus, OH double majoring in Art Therapy and Psychology and minoring in Studio Art. Anne then went on to obtain her master’s degree in Creative Arts Therapy with a specialization in Art Therapy from Nazareth College (now Nazareth University) in Rochester, NY. Anne is working towards becoming a Board Certified Art Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor in PA. She currently works as an outpatient therapist at a community mental health center. Anne has an interest in identity development and helping clients explore themes of self. In her free time, Anne enjoys creating art, baking, and playing with her cat. |
Public Relations Chair & Newsletter Chair
Lisa Ann Buettner
Lisa Ann Buettner, ATR, LPC, CTTP-II (she/her) is a Pittsburgh-based art therapist specializing in trauma treatment and mindfulness-based healing. Lisa originally worked as a Graphic Designer before deciding to switch gears and pursue a career in Art Therapy, graduating from Seton Hill University in 2020. Lisa worked as a Family Based Therapist for three years until fully transitioning into her current position at Infinite Lifestyle Solutions (ILS), a non-profit in the Northside community of Pittsburgh providing restorative, trauma-informed, anti-violence programming. Lisa is the art therapist on the team as well as the Program Coordinator for ILS’s Saving Our Sons And Daughters program, which involves developing the program's therapeutic art-based curriculum. Lisa also works to expand the reach of the program by thinking of creative ways to engage communities.
The healing power of art Lisa has witnessed in the Pittsburgh community has fueled her passion for bridging the gap between communities and formal mental health supports, as well as fighting stigma around mental health therapy and barriers individuals face to the care they deserve. Lisa has worked with clients of all ages with a wide range of diagnoses and issues in family, individual, and group settings. She approaches clients from a systemic mindset and works to educate about trauma and its impact on both the mind and the body, as well as work with clients to find creative and somatic ways to heal. When not working, Lisa enjoys running her small book club, practicing yoga, snowboarding, and continuing to engage in her local art community which keeps her inspired.
Lisa Ann Buettner
Lisa Ann Buettner, ATR, LPC, CTTP-II (she/her) is a Pittsburgh-based art therapist specializing in trauma treatment and mindfulness-based healing. Lisa originally worked as a Graphic Designer before deciding to switch gears and pursue a career in Art Therapy, graduating from Seton Hill University in 2020. Lisa worked as a Family Based Therapist for three years until fully transitioning into her current position at Infinite Lifestyle Solutions (ILS), a non-profit in the Northside community of Pittsburgh providing restorative, trauma-informed, anti-violence programming. Lisa is the art therapist on the team as well as the Program Coordinator for ILS’s Saving Our Sons And Daughters program, which involves developing the program's therapeutic art-based curriculum. Lisa also works to expand the reach of the program by thinking of creative ways to engage communities.
The healing power of art Lisa has witnessed in the Pittsburgh community has fueled her passion for bridging the gap between communities and formal mental health supports, as well as fighting stigma around mental health therapy and barriers individuals face to the care they deserve. Lisa has worked with clients of all ages with a wide range of diagnoses and issues in family, individual, and group settings. She approaches clients from a systemic mindset and works to educate about trauma and its impact on both the mind and the body, as well as work with clients to find creative and somatic ways to heal. When not working, Lisa enjoys running her small book club, practicing yoga, snowboarding, and continuing to engage in her local art community which keeps her inspired.