We are a small team of Licensed Creative Arts Therapists in New York providing online psychotherapy, Art Therapy, Dance/Movement Therapy, coaching, and workshops.
Jennifer Giuglianotti, M.S., BC-DMT, LCAT
Founder & Clinical Director of Balanced Life Movement (BLooM)
Jennifer is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist in the state of New York and nationally Board Certified as a Dance/Movement Therapist. She incorporates traditional talk therapies like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with Dance/Movement Therapy, mindfulness, and art. Jennifer has had 15 years of experience as a therapist. As Clinical Director at Balanced Life Movement, Jennifer focuses on connecting clients with the ideal therapist for their needs.
After receiving her B.A., in Psychology at Temple University (Philadelphia, PA), Jennifer moved to NYC to pursue her M.S. in Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT) at Pratt Institute. Jennifer has worked in NYC psychiatric hospitals, San Francisco intensive treatment centers, and in schools for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. In April, 2016, Jennifer received the highest level of accreditation with the American Dance Therapy Association: Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. In addition to her training in DMT, she has extensive experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Certification to teach Yoga for Children with Special Needs. She explores painting and dancing at the same time creating "Choreography On Canvas", allowing patients to choose their preferred method of expression. Jennifer was also the Mental Health Coordinator and Dance/Movement Therapist at a public elementary school in Harlem where she began her work in family therapy. She has been in private practice since 2015, with focus on the holistic treatment of anxiety, trauma, depression, and Bipolar Disorder in adults and children. Jennifer currently practices Teletherapy and is building a holistic, creative retreat center in upstate, New York (Bloom by the River).
Jennifer is ultra-creative, energetic, and passionate about helping people. On weekends, she is usually hiking, or searching for some new plants.
Joy Ruben Welts, LCAT, LMHC
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Dance/Movement Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Joy Ruben Welts grew up as a dancer, writer, and artist. These modalities gave her a safe, meaningful, and playful space to feel and express her emotions. After working as a yoga teacher, interfaith minister, and reiki healer from 2008-2012, she went on to study expressive arts psychotherapy with a specialization in dance/movement therapy. She is licensed as a mental health counselor, creative arts therapist, and alcohol and drug counselor. She uses a mix of expressive arts, cognitive, and psychodynamic psychotherapy and is passionate about teaching clients to feel safe in their own bodies, befriend their emotions, and glean wisdom from their present experience. She happily self-published her first book: Strong Like a Mountain: Art and Yoga for Happy Kids, and is currently a PhD student studying Human Development. She loves to be in the woods, swim, dance, and rest.
Vanessa Zocchia, LCAT, R-DMT
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Registered Dance/Movement Therapist
Vanessa is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and Registered Dance/Movement therapist with over 10 years of experience. Vanessa’s drive to become a therapist was fueled from a young age, as she found herself consistently curious about why people behaved the way they did. It was only after studying both psychology and dance in college that the world of creative arts therapy was introduced to her, allowing her to finally incorporate her passion for movement and body-based connection with psychoanalysis and theory.
Vanessa has worked with various populations across a multitude of platforms throughout her professional career including acute and extended inpatient psychiatric care, PROS and partial outpatient care, children with developmental disabilities, dementia/Alzheimer’s and has supported specialized areas including prenatal/postpartum women, college aged/1st psychotic break adults and adolescents.
Vanessa believes strongly in the power of empathy, compassion and effective communication as means of fundamental connection with others. The basis of the relationship Vanessa strives to create within the therapeutic space is one of authenticity, trust, support and self –reflection, with some humor here and there. Our body is our primary source of communication, and has been since the beginning of humankind. It is time to listen to it.
Neha Reddy, M.S., LCAT, BC-DMT, SEP
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Dance/Movement Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
Neha is a Licensed Creative Art Therapist, Certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and yoga instructor who specializes in providing trauma focused psychotherapy. Her work connects the mind and body, paying attention to nonverbal communication and using movement, art and sounds to externalize and express what might feel too threatening to put in words or difficult to explain. Neha support clients with a variety of issues including stress, addiction, mental illness, complex trauma, abuse and dsyregulation; conducting individual, group and family sessions for adults and children. She has worked in various settings that include inpatient psychiatric units and NGO’s. Neha leads therapeutic workshops at Balanced Life Movement applying her mind-body expertise to current life stressors you may be facing.
Sarah Severoni
Intake & Billing Coordinator
Hello! I am the first person you speak with when calling our practice. My primary role is to deeply listen to your needs and connect you with the the therapist who will be the best fit for your healing process. I also assist in navigating OON insurance coverage and billing so that starting and continuing therapy aligns with your needs.
My journey began with a resolve to aid healthcare professionals in delivering quality care to their patients. I have a bachelor's of science degree in Biology from Marymount University and I am currently completing my master's in Mental Health Counseling and Wellness from New York University.
I believe that the majority of people experience challenging events at one point or another in their lives. I also believe that everyone has the ability and capacity to make meaningful and positive changes to their current life situations when in a supportive environment. I have a passion for supporting individuals in the quest for emotional-wellbeing. Rooted in the principles of empathy and understanding, I strive to provide a professional, safe, and nurturing space for our clients at Balanced Life Movement. I take pride in my ability to ensure seamless communication and collaboration amongst our team and patients under their care.
I look forward to connecting with you soon!
Reach out for a free phone consultation with our Intake Coordinator to be matched with the right therapist for your unique needs.