Meet the Therapist


Debora King, MA, ATR-BC, LPC

(pronouns, she/her/hers)

Owner and Founder of Artways Therapy LLC

  • Issued Dec 2019 · Expires Jun 2029

    Credential ID ATR-BC: 19-098

    American Art Therapy Association

    Master of Arts in Art Therapy and Counseling, 2016

    Drexel University

  • Issued Aug 2020 · Expires Feb 2025

    Credential ID: PC 012584

    Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Professional and Occupational AffairsCommonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Professional and Occupational Affairs

    Master of Arts in Art Therapy and Counseling, 2016

    Drexel University

  • CBT training completion Oct. 13, 2023 - Feb. 10, 2024

    Certificate in CBT pending

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy Training earned in 2019


As an Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor I am focused on providing person-centered care to help each person feel empowered in their treatment. I specialize in working with adolescences and emerging adults that have been impacted by trauma and substance use through the lifespan.

My clinical framework consists of Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I use a combination of directness, consistency and praise during each session to reflect on progress towards targeted goals.

I describe myself as a relatable, empathic listener and affirmative of ones lived experiences. I can help my clients navigate challenging life transitions, make positive changes and hone in on their sense of resilience by providing a safe, judgement free space for one to truly explore all aspects of themselves.

I graduated from Drexel University with a Degree in Art Therapy and Counseling in 2016, including graduate studies and post graduate work has a combined 10 years of experience working with children and adults in mental and community behavioral health in diverse treatment facilities in Philadelphia, ranging from outpatient to inpatient work as well as community-based services.


“I am very compassionate in my approach to meet each individual’s unique set of needs and see their strengths. Engaging in the therapy process and art making can be a very vulnerable experience while also serve as a steppingstone in one’s life. ” -Debora