ODU Counseling & Art Therapy

ODU Counseling & Art Therapy ODU Counseling and Art Therapy is an academic program based in growth oriented and reflective classroom, studio, community, and clinical experiences.

ODU’s program is unique in its balance in clinical mental health practice, art making, and research. ODU Counseling & Art Therapy is unique for its balance of clinical practice, art making and research. For over 50 years, our nationally and internationally renowned faculty have prepared world-class counselors and art therapists who are culturally responsive, community involved, and ethical profess

ionals for successful careers. Full and part-time study options are available. Students are encouraged to develop their own informed theoretical approach to the practice of counseling and art therapy applied to diverse individuals, groups, families, communities, and settings. Pre-practicum & internship clinical practice in assessment and basic skills with simulated patients. Internships provide students with three semesters (child, adolescent and adult) of hands-on experience in over 50 choices of settings throughout Hampton Roads. The completion of a master's Capstone Project allows students to apply knowledge in the continuum of practice in counseling and art therapy, specialty areas of focus and research. Areas of mental health counseling and art therapy sub-specializations include art therapy in the schools, medical art therapy, trauma informed care, research, and cultural humility. Personal art making is required and supported by our fully stocked, 2,000 square foot art-making studio which is conveniently located on campus and open to students around the clock. Students are prepared to seek LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), ATR (Registered Art Therapist), and QMHP-C (Qualified Mental Health Professional-Children) credentials. Admission requirements: 3.0 overall GPA, 12 credit hours psychology (Developmental, Abnormal, two of your choice); 12 credit hours studio art (Painting, Drawing, 3D/Sculpture, Clay/Ceramics)

03/16/2026

We love our colleagues in fellow creative arts fields! 🎭🎨🖌️🎶✨

03/09/2026

Students in Processes & Materials of Art Psychotherapy II last week completing masks.

03/06/2026

Congratulations to Katarina Stollsteimer, People’s Choice Award for “Hunger Revealing” and Katya Simonsen, Best in Show for “Latency”.
Thank you to all who entered their artwork in the Sixth Annual Interdisciplinary Art Show: Reflections on the Human Condition.

Job opportunity Mental Health Clinician with Coastal Counseling in Chesapeake, Va.
03/04/2026

Job opportunity Mental Health Clinician with Coastal Counseling in Chesapeake, Va.

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Artist: Katarina StollsteimerTitle: "Hunger Revealing"Media: Wire, Fabric, WoodDimensions: 11” tall x 9.5’ wideArtist St...
03/03/2026

Artist: Katarina Stollsteimer
Title: "Hunger Revealing"
Media: Wire, Fabric, Wood
Dimensions: 11” tall x 9.5’ wide

Artist Statement
I sculpted my piece using wire, wood, and recycled fabrics to create the form of my ribcage, encasing my heart. This piece is an outward expression of my struggles with body image and disordered eating. Much of my self-worth has been placed on my body's physical appearance, not being satisfied unless my ribs are clearly displayed through my skin. Anorexia reveals itself through physical symptoms, such as organ and heart failure, making it one of the deadliest mental illnesses. I have always had difficulties expressing my emotions and seeking help when needed. While my verbal expressions and demeaner often indicate that I am perfectly well, my hunger is always revealed in my physical symptomatology.

02/26/2026
02/23/2026

On Saturday, Old Dominion University’s Medical Campus welcomed local high school students for the annual High School Medical Conference 🩺✨, hosted by CHKD and Macon & Joan Virginia Health Sciences at ODU.

Associate Professor Dr. Eileen Douglas led an engaging session, Art Therapy as a Career: Art Making & the Brain, giving students a hands-on look at how creativity and neuroscience connect.

Counseling & Art Therapy students, along with Assistant Professor Dr. Janet Kempf, supported the interactive activities and helped make the experience both educational and inspiring.

Thank you for including us—we loved sharing our passion for art therapy with the next generation of healthcare professionals! 🎨🧠

02/18/2026

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651 Colley Avenue
Norfolk, VA
23501

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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