The Department of Art is proud to spotlight alumna, Karina Sorensen, MAATC, LPC, ATR, whose work demonstrates the powerful ways art can serve communities beyond traditional studio and gallery spaces. In collaboration with Genna Riggi, owner of Artlighten LLC, Sorensen co‑developed ArtReach, a Mobile Art Therapy Studio that brings creative, therapeutic experiences directly to individuals, schools, and organizations throughout Connecticut.
Art Therapy Without Walls
ArtReach’s Mobile Art Therapy Studio is a fully equipped bus designed to function as a welcoming, flexible space for therapeutic art‑making. The mobile model allows services to reach communities that may not otherwise have access to traditional art therapy settings—meeting people where they are, both geographically and emotionally.
“My goal with the Mobile Art Therapy Studio is to meet people where they are and expand access to art‑based mental health support.”
Through this innovative approach, the studio supports mental health, self‑expression, and connection through hands‑on creative practice. The project blends studio art, counseling, and community engagement into a single, accessible platform.
