Leslie Fiene
Massapequa Park
Summary
I am an experienced art therapist who has worked with a wide range of populations, including geriatrics, individuals experiencing homelessness, and children. Through this work, I have developed a strong ability to adapt to client needs and concerns. Redirecting and guiding clients to ensure that their goals are met is a key aspect of my role. In addition, I hold a Google UX (User Experience) design certificate. Through my case studies, I conducted user research and visualized users experience and engagement patterns to support a company's product goals and overall intent.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Therapist
Help Usa
04.2024 - Current
- Facilitated group art therapy sessions, promoting mental health growth and communication skills.
- Collaborated with multiple different teams to ensure an effective therapeutic process for clients.
- Created safe and comfortable spaces for clients to express their needs and create freely.
- Worked hands on with the homeless population to ensure their safety, build rapport, and instill trust.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and therapeutic outcomes for ongoing evaluation.
- Facilitated 1:1 art sessions, for a more attentive approach.
Art Therapist Intern
Creedmoor Psychiatric Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in evaluating the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions through feedback and assessments.
- Planned and set up client art exhibitions.
- Organized client artwork, and art space.
- Organized workshops that integrated various art mediums to foster creativity and coping skills.
Art Director
Bezalel Nursing Home
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized art therapy programs for geriatric clients to enhance emotional well-being, and comfortability.
- Provided end of life support for clients in hospice,
- Constructed client charts for goal setting to meet engagement requirements.
- Assessed client needs through comprehensive evaluations to tailor therapeutic approaches effectively.
Art Teacher
Color Theory
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Worked with parents to ensure a great after school/ summer opprtunity for their child.
- Managed large groups of children under 10 years old in an art space.
Education
Master of Science - Art Therapy And Counseling
Long Island University
Greenvale, NY12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Studio Arts
SUNY Oneonta
Oneonta, NY05-2020
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Adaptive communication
- Multicultural competence
- Empathy development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Google UX design, Google - May 2025- July 2025
Timeline
Art Therapist
Help Usa
04.2024 - Current
Art Therapist Intern
Creedmoor Psychiatric Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Art Director
Bezalel Nursing Home
08.2022 - 08.2023
Art Teacher
Color Theory
04.2021 - 10.2021
Master of Science - Art Therapy And Counseling
Long Island University
Bachelor of Science - Studio Arts
SUNY Oneonta