About Us
Co-created space for creative exploration, rooting, and reclaiming.
Our story
Having come from varied backgrounds in fine arts and psychology, our paths led us to meet at the Kutenai Art Therapy Institute. Through the shared experience of training, clinical placements, and research, we formed a meaningful professional relationship—and a friendship—that continues to shape our work.
Committed to fostering therapeutic spaces grounded in collaboration, care, and feminist values, our practice is rooted in relational healing. Working together allows us the opportunity to create environments where people feel a sense of belonging and connection.
We each offer online individual art therapy sessions and also come together to co-facilitate group therapy and creative workshops. Whether working one-to-one or in community, we’re dedicated to holding space that invites curiosity, safety, and personal exploration.
Our approaches
Madison Traverse BA, DKATI, RTC
Professional Art Therapist
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
With a background in psychology and supporting neurodivergent youth, Madison brings deep care, curiosity, and creative collaboration to her work.
Rooted in relational neuroscience and feminist theory, Madison's approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and shaped by the belief that healing is a relational and creative process.
She is passionate about creating safe, affirming spaces for individuals navigating identity, trauma, and systems of mental health care—particularly neurodivergent folks, women, queer communities, older adults, and teens.
Madison is especially interested in the intersections of art therapy and sexuality, and is deeply committed to advocating for sexual liberation and female empowerment. She recently completed a research project and thesis titled Reclaiming the Sexual Self in Group Art Therapy with Women.
Rachel Krause BFA(hons), DKATI, RTC
Professional Art Therapist
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Rachel is a relational, trauma-informed art therapist who offers a supportive space for creativity, healing, and self-expression. Her approach is flexible and centered around each person’s unique needs, always moving at their own pace. She brings curiosity, care, and creativity into her sessions, using artmaking, reflection, and playful exploration.
Rachel’s work is shaped by her values around nature, equality, and the healing power of connection. She often uses natural materials, gentle mindfulness, and poetry to help people feel grounded and seen. Her background includes working with teens, young children with complex trauma, and adults facing mental health and addiction challenges.
She also has experience supporting healthcare teams and understands the impact of larger systems on personal wellbeing. Her practice is a queer and neurodivergent-friendly space where all humans and identities are welcome.