Life is a journey, a long hike through unknown terrain, with climbs and descents, and moments when we find ourselves on muddy paths, struggling to move through. Like any hike, it helps to be equipped with the right tools and supported by trusted companions who can share the load, steady us when the path is unclear, and walk beside us when moving forward feels impossible. My name is Nora Satmarean, and I am here to be your guide on this journey, walking alongside you with care, curiosity, and compassion.
I am a pre-licensed professional and an Expressive Arts Therapist in training, with experience in supporting teens and parents through the challenging and often anxiety-filled process of reintegration from residential care. I also work with seniors as they navigate changes in physical and cognitive abilities, as well as the loss of home, independence, daily routines, and sense of purpose.
Above all, my main qualification is life school. I was brought to this work by lived experience and a deep appreciation for the human journey. I know the intensity of feeling deeply, the ache of invalidation, the grip of anxiety and grief, the disorientation of beginning again in an unfamiliar world, and the unbearable weight of fear when your child is struggling. With over 20 years in music education, I have learned to connect with learners of all ages and backgrounds, adapt to their needs, and create supportive, welcoming environments that encourage growth and self-expression
My approach to therapy is playful, sensory-based, and deeply relational, guided by a belief that healing happens through experience, the body, the senses and creative expression. Our work may include movement, sound, art-making, story telling or simple body awareness to help you connect more fully with yourself.
When not in the therapy space, you can find me in my studio, exploring with sounds, on a trail, photographing nature’s wonders or in the garden, tending to my flowers.
Are you wondering if I might be the right companion for your journey? I invite you to reach out for a free 30-minute consultation, a gentle, no-pressure space to connect, ask questions, and see if our paths align.
