Linda Maniscalco
MA, ATR-BC, UZIT
Specialties: Processing trauma and other mental health concerns through creative arts
Superpowers: Helping people express the hardest things to express without having to talk about them
Linda Maniscalco is a Registered, Board-Certified Art Therapist and Certified Urban Zen Integrative Therapist who works with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. She integrates psychotherapy with creative expression to help clients explore emotions, build coping skills, and develop deeper self-understanding in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.
Art therapy allows clients to express experiences that may be difficult to put into words, supporting increased insight, improved decision-making, stress and trauma processing, stronger relationships, and expanded self-expression. Linda uses a variety of art media tailored to each client’s needs and comfort level, and no prior art experience is required.
In addition to art therapy, Linda incorporates Urban Zen Integrative Therapy, a holistic approach designed to support individuals experiencing anxiety, pain, insomnia, exhaustion, and emotional distress. Sessions may include breath awareness, restorative positions, mindful movement, essential oils, and Reiki to promote balance and overall well-being.
Linda has extensive experience facilitating individual and group therapy across a range of settings, including addiction treatment programs, memory care communities, children with developmental delays, trauma survivors, and corporate wellness programs. She creates personalized treatment plans and therapeutic directives to support clients in strengthening emotional resilience and improving overall functioning.
Linda is known for her compassionate presence and creative approach, helping clients of all ages reconnect with their inner resources, creativity, and capacity for healing.
Areas of Focus
- Art therapy for children, adolescents, and adults
- Trauma and stress-related concerns
- Addiction and recovery support
- Emotional regulation and coping skills
- Self-expression and self-esteem development
- Anxiety, exhaustion, and stress management
- Group therapy and wellness programming
Therapeutic Approaches
- Art Therapy
- Creative Arts Therapy
- Urban Zen Integrative Therapy
- Mindfulness and breath-based interventions
- Holistic and integrative wellness practices
