HEALING BEYOND TRAUMA
in Cleveland, Ohio
In-Person I Virtual I Community-Based
Trauma Therapy and Holistic Healing for all ages: Counseling, Art Therapy, EMDR, Yoga, Thai Massage and more
Do you feel constantly on edge?
Do ‘little’ things trigger panic or shutdown?
Are you longing for connection, but have trouble trusting others?
YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
You are not “too much,” “broken,” or “defective.”
You are carrying invisible wounds from a past you couldn't escape.
Reaching out for help after trauma can feel daunting.
We are here — ready to light the way so you don’t have to do it alone.
My vision for Peace of Art Therapy is to create a haven for trauma recovery that embraces multiple wellness modalities - honoring that trauma impacts the whole person - without being limited by the constraints of insurance-driven care. I have over 18 years of experience as a licensed therapist, specializing in complex trauma (CPTSD).
Peace of Art Therapy is a trauma-informed healing center offering integrative, evidence-based psychotherapy and holistic wellness services to children, adults, and families based out of Cleveland, Ohio. Our services are available at our Westside office, virtually, or on-site at your location.
WHO WE ARE
Christine Check, Founder
WHAT IS TRAUMA?
The word ‘trauma’ originates from the Greek word for ‘wound’, referring to an injury that has not fully healed.
Trauma occurs when overwhelming experiences exceed your ability to cope. It can develop from a single incident or from ongoing distressing circumstances.
Trauma reshapes your nervous system as it keeps your body on high alert even after the danger has passed.
Later, small triggers - a tone of voice, a smell, a place - can provoke strong reactions like shutting down or feeing on edge, even if you don’t consciously know why. Trauma can eventually show up as psychological or physical manifestations.
Trauma therapy helps your brain and body reconnect so that experiences can be fully processed rather than continually triggering survival responses.
As this connection is restored, people often feel calmer, more grounded, and better able to respond to life with clarity and choice instead of fear and reactivity. All of the services at Peace of Art Therapy are designed to do just that. We offer diverse, trauma-informed services that integrate evidence-based psychotherapy and body-centered practices so you can heal on multiple levels.
Our services
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Counseling
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Art Therapy
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Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Thai Massage
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Yoga and Meditation
HOW WE HELP
Throughout your journey with us, you may begin to:
Develop greater emotional and nervous system regulation
Feel freedom from shame and harsh self-criticism
Renew trust in yourself and others
Develop stronger boundaries and healthier relationships
Gain clarity and confidence in your ability to respond rather than react
Feel less distress from traumatic reminders
PAYMENT
All services are self-pay.
For clients experiencing financial hardship, a sliding fee scale may be available.
In-person and Remote Options
Located in the Kamm’s Corners neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Can’t make it to the office? No worries - we’ve got you covered with teletherapy (in Ohio) and on-site appointments.
*Please note, our office is currently not ADA accessible, as it is located on the second floor without an elevator.
