Eleanor Ruckman’s Art Therapy Services

Is your relationship with your partner not working out the way you want it to? Maybe it’s your relationship with yourself that doesn’t feel so good, or with your child. For some, it might be conflict with a parent, or problems at work. You don’t have to deal with it alone. I’m here to help.

I blend visual art, body awareness, and relaxation exercises with thoughtful questions and careful listening. My approach is compassionate and practical, focused on identifying and building strengths to reduce symptoms and find relief. I emphasize cultural competency, and have worked with people of many different ages, backgrounds and issues, including relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, grief, illness, and trauma. Together we use art to find creative solutions to stuck situations, reduce conflicts, and develop more adaptive communication and thought patterns.

My office is located on Grand Avenue in Oakland. There is plenty of metered parking, and some free parking in the neighborhood. The building is wheelchair accessible.

Payment is due at the beginning of session by cash or check. I will submit claims for reimbursement for clients who have been approved to receive help with mental health expenses under the California Victim Compensation program.