Hilary Gruber, LCPC, ATR-P

First Things First  

Being a person can be pretty tough sometimes. Life can get so weird and overwhelming that we forget how incredible it actually is to be human. And let’s be real—it is pretty amazing. As your therapist, my goal is to normalize the idea of needing therapy, help you explore what a meaningful life looks like for you, and support you in living the most authentic version of yourself. I truly believe we all have an inner healing wisdom—it’s just a matter of leaning in and discovering it. I’m here to help you do exactly that.

What To Expect From Our Work Together  

As an Art Therapist, I know the healing power and magic of the  creative process. Sometimes we don’t have the words to  articulate our feelings, sometimes words aren’t enough to  express ourselves, and sometimes we just need an excuse to get  into some art materials and play. All art is autobiographical, it tells your story in every mark you make and color you choose.  You don’t need to be an artist to do art therapy, you only need the desire to lean in and let yourself experience. My role is to  encourage you, engage you in the creative process, and support  you through the act of creation. If art isn’t your thing, that’s okay! We can just talk if that’s more your speed.  

My practice is grounded in existentialism. We’re right here, right now. The Universe does what it does, challenges and curveballs  come our way, but we get to choose how we respond and grow  in the face of them. I’ll meet you where you are with curiosity, compassion, and humor. Therapy (like being a person) can be  hard, but it’s worth it. Trust the process, trust yourself, you are  worthy of the fruits of this work.  

What You Need To Know About Me  

I’m a big nerd, I love Star Trek and will probably reference it in  session. I make weird art and am excited to get back into oil  painting now that I have a studio space at home, one day I hope  to get back into sculpture! I also love to sing, bake, and read sci-fi. I have a sweet old, toothless cat named Brooklyn and I love  pigeons.  

I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered  Art Therapist. I earned my Bachelor’s in Psychology at Hartwick College, and my Master’s in Counseling and Art  Therapy at Adler University. I’ve worked in inpatient settings  doing Art Therapy and in private practice doing Art Therapy and traditional talk therapy.