Meet 

Arion Thurmond was born in Freeport, Illinois, and raised in Racine, Wisconsin. She graduated from Alverno College in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art Therapy. Arion recently earned her Masters's degree in Art Therapy from Mount Mary University with a concentration in mental health. She is now on the journey of pursuing LPC licensure and board certification with a dream of opening her own practice. 

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Arion’s art pieces have been displayed at the RAM Art Museum, the University Wisconsin Parkside College Gallery, Alverno College, and Mount Mary University.

 

 Arion’s inspiration of working in the field of Art Therapy is centered on her personal experience of being bullied which resulted in her struggling with low self-esteem, depression as well as thinking of self-harm until she found art. Arion uses Art Therapy to help youth who have been bullied or have experienced traumatic circumstances that have led to suicide ideation. Arion is an advocate for youth and children and continues to use her voice throughout the community to share the positive therapeutic benefits of Art therapy. She has hosted a “Bullying Stops Here  Art Camp and hosted an Art Show at Halo Homeless shelter that showcased art created by children living in shelters. 

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Arion currently serves as a Program Therapist at STRONG Milwaukee Day Treatment Program. She specializes in working with children and young adolescents who are known or identified as at-risk. Arion serves as a youth leader at Catapult Church and Family Life Center. She enjoys kayaking and exploring new things. Arion also loves spending time with her bunnies "Coco", "DaPre" and Turtle "Chi".