Art Therapy at Grace Christian Counseling

Integrating Biblical & Clinical Care

Meet Adrienne

Art Therapist - Adrienne Crist MA

Adrienne Crist graduated from Clarion University of Pennsylvania (now Penn West Clarion) and received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Art. She continued her education at Seton Hill University, where she earned a Master of Art in Art Therapy with Specialization in Counseling. Adrienne is currently working towards becoming a Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania.

Adrienne believes in the power of art to provide insight and recovery for individuals. She incorporates various art processes into therapy as a form of communication and a way to enact change in clients. Adrienne uses a Person-Centered approach by focusing on meeting clients where they are. This includes understanding all aspects of the client’s life to provide a safe and productive environment. Adrienne enjoys working with children, older adults, and individuals with spiritual needs.

In her spare time, Adrienne enjoys making art, kayaking, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She is also a huge animal and nature lover who enjoys horseback riding.

Adrienne is available in the Irwin and Penn Hills offices.

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“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Romans 15:13

Individualized Care

Art therapy is a healing approach adaptable to all ages and individual needs. Our program has helped provide an avenue of healing for children, adults, and even families. The mode of treatment utilizes creative techniques that enable expression of emotions, past hurts, and current struggles that are otherwise difficult to express using words.

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Biblical Principles

“I Can do all things through Him who strengthens me” Philippians 4:13.

At Grace Christian Counseling, we integrate faith into every session, ensuring God leads the healing process. Our clients experience a Christ-centered approach, using scripture for personal growth and relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance. Whether during counseling or from assigned homework, our commitment to Christian principles keeps God at the heart of your healing journey. Connect with us to experience transformative faith-based counseling.

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Your Safety Matters

At Grace Christian Counseling we strive to create a safe, warm, and healing environment. Art Therapy is one of the many unique ways we incorporate this into the healing process. Art allows for the individual to express their emotions, pains, and struggles at their own pace and in their own ways.

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Grace’s Counseling Blueprint

Integrating Biblical & Clinical Care

Take off the Mask

Grace counselors act as a mirror reflecting back to you how God actually sees you. Imagine embracing how God sees you rather than hiding behind a mask.

Heal the Wounds

Our Christian counselors help you unpack your pain and trauma. Once you’ve located the root issues, we will work together to create healing for your wound.

Remove the Toxins

While it’s tempting to create another mask, our integrated Christian counseling helps you to remove the toxic beliefs that are harming you.

Replace with Truth

All truth resides from God’s perspective and is critical for your transformation. To be all that you can be, it is vital for you to understand who you were always created to be.

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Discover Compassionate Care with Grace Christian Counseling

Grace Christian Counseling is committed to offering faith-based counseling across various communities. Our team provides a blend of spiritual support and psychological insight to foster healing and growth.

Serving Multiple Areas

We are proud to highlight the areas we serve, including North Huntingdon, Penn Hills, Uniontown, Belle Vernon, Bethel Park, Sewickley, and Mt. Lebanon. We ensure accessible mental health support within these communities.

Other Services

Explore a few ways Grace Christian Counselors can help

Online Christian Counseling

Grace Christian Counseling offers compassionate online Christian counseling, designed to meet you wherever you are on your journey towards healing. Our experienced counselors blend Biblical wisdom with evidence-based practices to create personalized plans for overcoming life’s challenges. Whether you’re dealing with loss, trauma, or mental health issues, our team is dedicated to guiding you toward the life God intends for you. Contact us to embark on a path of transformation and discover the freedom and fulfillment waiting for you with Grace Christian Counseling.

Grief Counseling

Losing someone you love hurts really bad. How do you keep going when your heart has been ripped from your chest? At first, you’ll likely find support all around. But after a few weeks, the calls, visits, and food stop, and now, you’re alone. You don’t have to journey through grief alone. Grace’s Christian counselors are trained to guide you through this difficult season.

Trauma Counseling

Just over half of us will experience at least one traumatic event in our lives. Trauma can occur through any event that causes you psychological or emotional harm. Some common events are chronic abuse, sexual violence, being bullied, or abandonment. Our Christian counselors use clinically-informed therapies to help you confront your trauma with coping skills you need to break free.

Sexual Addiction Counseling

Do you feel trapped by always thinking about sex? Does your preoccupation with sex interfere with your daily life? Are you putting yourself or others in danger to fulfill your sexual urges? Grace Christian counselors use evidence-based therapies centered around Christ to help you regain your life from the guilt, shame, and disconnection in sexual addiction.

Spiritual Abuse/Church Hurt Counseling

How do you regain clarity about who God is, your identity, and trust for the people of God after being spiritually abused? Churches are supposed to be communities built around deep love for and trust in one another, especially the leadership. Our counselors are ready to help you navigate through your spiritual pain so that you can be free in God and the church.

Spiritual Warfare Counseling

As Christian counselors we understand that there is more going on than just what meets the eye. Since we apply the best and most current clinically-informed therapies from a biblical worldview, we do not neglect the spiritual component of your identity. We are all involved in a spiritual war, and Grace Christian counselors are ready to equip you with the spiritual weapons you need to succeed.

Anxiety & Depression Counseling

Anxiety and depression distort how we feel, think, and handle mundane activities such as sleep, nutrition, and work for extended periods of time. Both are among the most effectively treated mental disorders with routine therapy being one of the most effective treatment options.

Christ Centered

We believe that Jesus is essential to understanding our identity and purpose.

Clinical Counseling

We provide couseling that blends faith-based principles with clinically informed care.

Art Therapy at Grace Christian Counseling