Jenny Leon
About Jenny Leon
Jenny Leon is an experienced Art Therapist with a background in psychology and creative art therapy. She has worked in various settings, including behavioral health hospitals and addiction centers, and currently provides art therapy services at Charlie Health in Montana.
Work at Charlie Health
Currently, Jenny Leon serves as an Art Therapist at Charlie Health, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she provides art therapy services through telehealth, specifically targeting adolescents in an Intensive Out-Patient program. Her work focuses on utilizing creative expression to support mental health and emotional well-being.
Education and Expertise
Jenny Leon holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Florida International University, which she completed from 2010 to 2013. She also earned an Associate of Arts degree in Psychology from Miami Dade College between 2008 and 2010. Additionally, she obtained a Master’s Degree in Creative Art Therapy from Pratt Institute, studying from 2015 to 2019. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in psychology and art therapy.
Background
Jenny Leon has a diverse professional background in art therapy and counseling. She began her career as an Art Therapy Intern at Reawakening Wellness Center from 2016 to 2017. She then worked as an Art Therapist at the same center for five months in 2017. Her experience includes roles as a Counselor at Kinder Konsulting and as an Extended Care and Camp Director at Trinity Lutheran School, both in 2019.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role, Jenny Leon worked at LP CARE CORP as an Art Therapist from 2019 to 2021 in the Orlando, Florida area. She also served as a Program Coordinator at Ross University School of Medicine from 2014 to 2016. Her experience spans various settings, including a behavioral health hospital and an addiction center, where she provided art therapy services to adults.
Internships and Specialized Experience
Jenny Leon completed internships at a bereavement center and a peer group community center, which provided her with valuable experience in addressing mental health disorders and bereavement. She has worked with a diverse range of clients, including individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, and various behavioral issues, utilizing art education and therapy to support their needs.