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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

  • A child's hand placing a small figurine into a decorated scene on a wooden table. The scene features miniature figurines, flags, beads, and other small decorations on a purple surface, representing a nativity or similar display.

  • Six women gathered around a table outdoors, working on colorful handmade crafts and jewelry.

  • Colorful rocks spelling out "ART & SOUL CLINIC" are arranged on a decorative cloth next to two yellow flyers for Art & Soul Clinic, a therapeutic arts organization.

  • Cozy living room with beige sofa decorated with striped and solid pillows, surrounded by numerous potted plants, a coffee table with candles and magazines, and a patterned armchair near a window.

  • Colorful fabric dreamcatcher with a line art face design, hanging among pink and purple flowers in a garden under a clear blue sky.

  • Display of various dried herbs in glass jars with labels, alongside a small basket of garlic and a string of decorative lights with green leaves on a table.

  • Person wearing a plastic apron and gloves arranging freshly harvested vegetables and herbs on a table at an indoor market or event.

  • A person sketching a cartoon character on a large sheet of paper with a pencil, surrounded by art supplies and snacks on a table.

  • A painted yellow mask with orange and white patterns resembling a fruit, possibly a lemon or banana, resting on a wooden surface outdoors.

  • Man with tattoos, glasses, and a black cap with yellow brim signing a poster at a table. The table has colorful markers, paper, and a plate of food. The background shows a plain wall and window.

  • Three women seated on floor cushions in a cozy, decorated room, engaged in reading or taking notes. The room features floral and leaf-patterned wallpaper, eclectic wall art, a wooden wall installation with shelves and plants, and a checkered rug.

  • Arrangement of small rocks in a spiral pattern on a rock surface, with a wooden bowl filled with more small rocks next to it, outdoors among fallen leaves and twigs.

  • A group of five women and one young girl standing under a canopy at an outdoor event, smiling for a photo. The women are dressed casually, with one woman holding a toddler girl. There is a table with colorful items, water bottles, and snacks in front of them. Trees and vehicles are visible in the background on a sunny day.

Check Out our Upcoming Events

  • The Community Arts Program offers creative wellness experiences designed to support healing, connection, and emotional wellbeing through hands-on artmaking, guided meditations, and meaningful discussion.

    Programs are available for corporations, schools, nonprofits, community organizations, and private events throughout the Boston area and virtually. The program features:

    • Workshops: Book a one-time workshop or multi-session series centered on creativity and wellness. depending on the interests of the group served. Ideal for community centers/non-profits, schools, or the corporate world looking to invest in the health and wellness of their employees, students, or clients.

    • Art Pop-Ups: An interactive artmaking station that can be added on to an existing event, festival, or private party. Available as standalone experiences or add-ons to existing events. Contact us to book a pop-up.

    • Public Events: Free and sliding-scale arts events take place regularly in the Boston area and virtually. All are welcome.

  • Ideal for individuals ages 18+ who are open to exploring creativity to cope with stress and trauma.

  • We offer private tarot readings and tarot workshops that teach participants how to use tarot paired with a creative activity to further explore the theme. Learn more about our tarot services here.

Services

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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, vocal performance, dance, and musical 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 as 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.

Brenda's Corner

Partnerships

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Testimonials

  • "Nos encato. Espero ver esto mas amenudo"

    - Workshop participant

  • "The entire process was smooth and without issue and Brenda was fantastic! Our team loved her "style" and positive approach. Thank you! This made for a great team activity!"

    - Workshop participant

  • "Maravilloso"

    - Workshop participant

  • "Everybody lit up when we shifted into the art portion of the event and it was very therapeutic to craft something that had inspired us that day!""

    - Workshop participant

  • "I took this experience with a friend and it exceeded all expectations. We were newbies to tarot cards and we left feeling excited about learning more. It was a light hearted, fun experience and the host was amazing. She made us feel so welcome and the group interactions and discussions were great. "

    - Tarot workshop participant

  • "Absolutely loved this experience with Brenda! She is such a warm, inclusive person and provided lots of materials for us to use. I’m a Tarot beginner and learned so much from her and the other women at the table about Tarot, astrology, and oracle cards. Would absolutely recommend and I will be going again!"

    - Tarot workshop participant

  • "Brenda has a delightfully warm energy that made us feel comfortable quickly and kept everyone engaged! The workshop attracted a wide range of experience levels with tarot from folks who had never seen a deck before to folks who had been practicing for 10+ years - and there were takeaways for everyone."

    - Tarot workshop participant

  • "This was a rich and deeply meaningful session. Thank you Brenda for your generous sharing."

    - Workshop participant

  • "Thank you so much! Appreciate you sharing your knowledge and insights and all the work involved in organizing this!"

    - Workshop participant

Upcoming events

  • An event poster for Art Clinics titled 'Curated Spaces for Creative Care,' featuring fabric art panels with designs such as a butterfly, eye, and religious imagery. The event is a pocket altar workshop on May 28 from 4 pm to 7 pm at The Foundry in Cambridge, MA, hosted by Art & Soul Clinic, for individuals aged 18 and older with a sliding scale fee.

    Art Clinic: Pocket Altars @ The Cambridge Foundry

    Thursday, May 28 @ 4PM -7PM

    Practice hand sewing skills and stitch a fabric altar of your own for mindful moments on the go!

    Drop-in artmaking space for adults. Beginners & all levels of experience are welcome to attend.

    Sliding Scale $10 - $30

    Register
  • Person making hand-stamped ceramic moon, star, and heart design with letter stamps and ink, on a wooden table with a box of letter stamps and a pinecone. Pottery clay sculpting workshop and classes in Cambridge and Boston, MA.

    Clay Mosaics @ Boston Public Library

    Wednesday, June 3 @ 6pm - 7:45pm

    Decorate a hand-sculpted clay art with mosaic pieces, charms, beads, gems, shells, and more in this art workshop led by local artist Brenda Echeverry! Beginners and artists of all disciplines are welcome to join.

    More info
  • A woman giving a presentation on tarot card transformation, with three tarot cards displayed on a screen. Tarot workshops for beginners and artists in Boston, Cambridge, and Somerville, MA.

    Tarot + Art Workshop @ The Cambridge Foundry

    Sunday, June 21 @ 3PM - 5PM

    Learn how to use tarot cards as a spiritual tool in your healing journey. Beginners are welcome - no experience necessary.

    Pay-What-You-Can (Suggested $25)

    Registration opens soon.

  • Tarot cards spread out on a table with a lit candle nearby. Tarot readings for individuals and groups or parties/bachelorettes/private events in Boston, MA.

    Tarot + Art Workshop @The Cambridge Foundry

    Sunday, July 12 @ 3PM - 5PM

    Learn how to use tarot cards as a spiritual tool in your healing journey. Beginners are welcome - no experience necessary.

    Pay-What-You-Can (Suggested $25)

    Registration opens soon.

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The Blog

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