Healing Through the Arts
Art & Soul Clinic provides arts resources and communal healing experiences as a form of emotional and spiritual care.
Creating Space to Create
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Community arts workshops incorporate visual arts, creative writing, poetry, music listening, music creation, movement, meditation, and sensory play based on the interests and needs of the group. Ideal for community centers, non-profits, schools, private parties, and intergenerational groups looking to invest in the health and wellness of their employees, students, and community.
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Ideal for ages 15+ who are open to exploring creativity to cope with stress and trauma. Private sessions are available virtually and in-person (Boston area), and cater to the unique interests and goals of each individual. Learn more about what to expect in a creative healing session and schedule a free consult to determine if this service may be a good fit for you!
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Brenda Echeverry (creator) offers presentations on topics including creativity + healing, artivism and social justice, healing justice, liberation psychology and tarot. Ideal for mental health practitioners, educators, teaching artists, and organizations that serve youth.
Services
Upcoming Events
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Tarot + Art Workshop Series
Dates/Times:
Sunday, January 11 @ 3:00PM - 5:00PM (Tarot Spreads and Readings)
Sunday, January 25 @ 3:00PM - 5:00PM (Water Symbolism in Tarot)
Sunday, February 8 @ 3:00PM - 5:00PM (Devotional Tarot & Altars)
Location: The Foundry (101 Rogers Street, Cambridge, MA 02142), Shop 3 | White Multi Room
Pay-What-You-Can: (Suggested $25/class) via Venmo, Cashapp, Zelle or cash.
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Introduction to Sewing: Pocket Altars
Sunday January 18 @ 10am - 2pm
Location: The Foundry (101 Rogers Street, Cambridge, MA 02142), The Point Conference Room & Gallery
Create a personal fabric altar that infuses spiritual intention with practicality for mindful moments on the go. We will practice basic hand sewing skills and explore how to incorporate the arts into spiritual care practices.
$30-$40
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Sensory Art Workshop
Date: Wednesday January 21, 2026
Time: 4:30pm - 6pm
Location: Egleston Square Branch of the Boston Public Library
Engage your senses and learn about the health benefits of herbal tea blends with Divine Haven and a journaling session.
All ages, Youth are welcome with a caregiver
FREE
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Tarot + Astrology Art Workshop
his workshop offers a casual atmopsphere to learn about the connections between tarot and astrology. We will paint magically inspired stained glass candle holders. Check out our creative inspiration in this clip from Tina Le Mac: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSan1ObEpiT/
Sliding Scale tickets: $20 - $45
Featuring guest artist and astrologer Samantha Kelly
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Tarot for Therapists: Tools for Self-Care & Collective Healing
A virtual workshop hosted in partnership with Liberatory Wellness Network.
Online event
Feb 4, 2026 @ 6pm - 8pm EST
Brenda Echeverry
Healing Artist, Creative Facilitator
Brenda Echeverry (she/her) is a Colombian American healing artist and creative facilitator based in Boston, MA. Brenda has a background in studio art, musical and vocal performance, dance, and theatre. She has a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from New York University and a Master’s degree in expressive arts therapy from Lesley University. Born in New York to a Jewish educator and a Colombian artist, Brenda grew up surrounded by the colorful chaos and musical catharsis emerging from a unique blend of cultures. Her creative practice is deeply inspired by psychology, spirituality, mujerismo, and the natural world. Brenda created Art & Soul Clinic in 2023 to increase access to the arts a form of care. She has organized community arts events and workshops for all ages that center creativity and healing at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Public Libraries, Upham's Corner Health Center, Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, Louis D. Brown Peace Institute, and public schools across Boston and New York City.
The Blog
Read pieces written by Brenda on topics of therapy, the creative arts, health and wellness, spirituality, and more 🖤
Past Events
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![Flyer for "Community Voices: Portraits of Strength" art show hosted by Upham's PACE and Upham's Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library, featuring floral decorations. Event scheduled for Friday, April 28, 2023.]()
Expressive therapy workshops at Upham's Corner Health Center
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![Person arranging patterned fabric squares on a paper cutout, with scissors, markers, and a stack of paper nearby, on a blue tablecloth.]()
Art therapy with older adults at health center in Dorchester
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![Poster for Self-Portrait Workshop at Boston Public Library featuring illustrations of diverse people. Event details: June 22, 2024, 12pm-1:30pm, Adams Street Branch, Dorchester, MA. Led by Brenda Echeverry. Contact info and library logo included.]()
Self-Portrait Workshop at the Boston Public Library
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![A wooden wall with various artistic drawings and paintings, including portraits, abstract art, a plate with colored buttons, and a silhouette with text "CREATE A SELF-PORTRAIT".]()
View from the self-portrait workshop at the Boston Public Library in Dorchester, MA
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![Overhead view of a child's art station with colorful paintings, paint palettes, brushes, and arts and crafts materials on a purple table covering. A child is painting on paper, with other completed artworks and supplies like glue and wet wipes on the table.]()
A colorful creative flow at the Boston Public Library
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![A cluttered art table with various supplies including paper, markers, paint, brushes, stickers, and colored paper sheets. There are small artworks, including a painted face and a rainbow drawing. The table surface is messy with multiple items scattered.]()
Creativity & Healing workshop at The Local Hand in Dorchester, MA
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![Flyer for Boston Public Library event titled 'Creativity & Healing' for kids on Monday, August 14 from 4pm to 5:30pm at Fields Corner Library, 1520 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA. Features music and visual art. Caregivers should accompany children under 5. RSVP by calling (617) 436-2155 or emailing fieldscorner@bpl.org. Illustration of a child being creative with flowers sprinkling from a watering can. Host: Brenda Echeverry.]()
Workshop at Boston Public Library for kids
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![Various colorful abstract paintings and illustrations on a white table, featuring different styles and colors including rainbow patterns, trees, and a smiley face.]()
Watercolors by students participating in MFA Boston workshops
Testimonials