About Wendy Bradley, MS, ATR-BC, CLAT

My work is rooted in the belief that children heal when they feel safe and can express themselves in ways that feel natural to them. For many, that happens through creativity, play and art. Children use the language of play to make sense of their feelings, experiences, and relationships. As a board certified and licensed art therapist, I bring clinical expertise to this process, meeting each child with curiosity, respect, and developmentally attuned care.

My clinical background began in psychiatric and medical hospitals and in school based mental health programs, where I worked with children and families in various stages of stress and trauma. Those experiences shaped my approach to the work I do today in private practice, where I integrate creative arts therapy, child development, and practical tools to guide and support parents through challenging times.

Teaching is also a meaningful part of my work and life. I have been an adjunct professor for more than fifteen years, teaching human communications and psychology courses. My work at the college keeps me connected to students, their energy and ideas, and to the foundations of how humans grow and connect.

My work extends beyond my practice, including national and international speaking on childhood grief, trauma, parenting, and creative arts therapy. I have also spent years partnering with organizations supporting families affected by conflict, including co-designing and implementing a trauma-informed program in Ukraine during the war.

I am the author of Spidey Senses: a story to help you use your senses to calm your worries, a therapeutic children’s book in English (and translated in Ukrainian) designed to help young children understand and manage anxiety.

I am a clinical supervisor and consultant for therapists who want to deepen their skills in working with children, teens, and families. I care deeply about supporting clinicians in a way that is honest, accessible, and grounded.

Most importantly, I am a parent which adds a real-world dimension to everything I do. Raising my daughter taught me just how complex, joyful, challenging, and meaningful family life can be. That lived experience sits at the center of my work with the children, parents, and clinicians I serve.

My goal is simple, to offer thoughtful, compassionate support that helps children and parents move toward clarity, connection, and resilience.

Rates

 Average cost of session, 50 minutes: $160-175

  • Individual session/adult, 50 minutes: $160

  • Parent coaching, 50 minutes: $175

  • Adult grief counseling, 50 minutes: $160

  • Child art therapy session, 50 minutes: $160

  • Child/teen grief or trauma counseling, 50 minutes: $160

I also offer extended more intensive sessions which may benefit some people and their schedules.

  • Intensive Parenting Session, 2 hours $300

  • Intensive Teen Session, 2 hours $300

While my standard rate is $160-175 per session, I reserve a small number of appointments, offered at a reduced cost/sliding scale. Please contact me with questions and consideration prior to your appointment. 

I am private pay only and I do not partner with insurance companies. Payment is due at the time of service.  I accept all major credit cards, cash, check, Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and, Venmo as payment. Although I do not accept insurance, I am glad to provide you with an invoice for paid sessions with billable codes for you to self-submit to your insurer for possible reimbursement.

Good Faith Estimate/The No Surprises Act is designed to protect patients from unexpected medical bills. As part of this, the Good Faith Estimate (GFE) provides a clear, upfront cost estimate for services. This helps ensure transparency and allows you to anticipate your healthcare expenses without surprises. Please ask me for more information on a GFE.