Kimberly Faulkner is a board-certified art therapist, licensed in the state of New York (ATR-BC, LCAT) with over a decade of clinical experience working with behavioral health populations as well as industry professionals. Her practice includes the creation and facilitation of art therapy groups ranging from mindfulness to the visual arts. She has presented at major regional and global conferences including the International Phototherapy Conference in Turku, Finland. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Hampton University and a Master of Professional Studies in Art Therapy and Creativity Development from Pratt Institute, where she is currently an art therapy, visiting instructor. Additionally, Kimberly has training as an end-of-life doula and Reiki. She founded BlueMonarch Creative to build environments centered in joy, crafting methods for wellness and community in the workplace and beyond.