Elisha-Rio P. Apilado

LCPC, Registered Art Therapist

Elisha-Rio Apilado understands the challenge of finding authenticity. By helping her clients free themselves from the weight of external expectations, she guides them to a place of genuine connection with self and others. Her background in art therapy allows her to bring a sense of creativity and playfulness to the process. 

Having earned a master’s degree in counseling and art therapy from Adler University, Elisha-Rio has extensive experience working with both individuals and groups. Her ability to understand the complex familial, societal and cultural pressures her clients face allows her to lead them to acceptance and strength.

Contact us to schedule an appointment with Elisha-Rio.

Main Specializations

  • AAPI racial and cultural identity

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Life transitions

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Emotions, Change and Sense of Self

  • Anxiety

  • Autism

  • Body positivity

  • Cancer

  • Cultural identity issues

  • Depression

  • Filipino/a/x cultural issues/identity

  • Grief

  • Life coaching

  • Life transitions

  • Racial identity

  • School issues

  • Self esteem

  • Stress

  • Suicidal ideation

Relationships and Family

  • Peer relationships

  • Relationship issues

Gender and Sexuality

  • LGBTQIA+

  • Women's issues

TREATMENT APPROACHES

  • Acceptance and commitment (ACT)

  • Adlerian

  • Art therapy

  • Attachment-based

  • Cognitive behavioral (CBT)

  • Culturally sensitive

  • Expressive arts

  • Humanistic

  • Mindfulness-based (MBCT)

  • Narrative

  • Person-centered

  • Solution focused brief (SFBT)

  • Strength-based