My name is Jodi Crane. In the Art and Play Haven I am a creative group facilitator and artist.
I have been a counseling professor for over 20 years and a therapist for over 25 years. Both have included extensive experience leading groups. I have countless hours of training in play therapy and the expressive arts and working with children in a variety of settings.
My strengths are being calm, nurturing, creative, and encouraging of others. Through the Art and Play Haven I want to use my training, skills, and experiences to help you.
Dr. Jodi has been a wonderful support and mentor for my work as a counselor for more than ten years. Her guidance and use of play continue to guide the work I do with clients in my daily practice. She is compassionate, warm, and centered in healing through art and play. I can’t think of a better individual to share this talent with the rest of the profession! ~~Jenny
My credentials:
I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Texas Christian University, a master’s in counseling with a specialization in marriage and family therapy from St. Mary’s University, and a doctorate in Counselor Education with a specialization in play therapy from the University of North Texas.
I am a National Certified Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor through the Association for Play Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor in the state of Kentucky.
I am a Certified Child-Centered Play Therapist and a Certified Child-Parent Relationship Therapist through the Center for Play Therapy at the University of North Texas.
I served as the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Association for Play Therapy and President of Kentucky Association for Play Therapy.
I have authored several articles and book chapters in the areas of play therapy and the expressive arts.
The fun stuff:
I love to make intuitive, abstract art using a variety of media including acrylics, collage, and oil and chalk pastels.
Reading makes me happy though I was a very slow reader until I finished graduate school.
I enjoy floral gardening and watching movies.
Travel to new places is my jam.
I have been married for 27 years.
I have 2 children, one a college graduate and one a high school senior.
I have lived in Iowa, Utah, Indiana, Kentucky, and 4 places in Texas.
As a child I was extremely shy. I have worked hard to overcome my shyness and am proud of this fact, though I can be shy occassionally. I have empathy for shy people.
My favorite color is purple.
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