Our Story

Jennifer has been with The Art Station since 2006.  As the Executive Director, she oversees internal and external operations.  Jennifer earned a bachelor’s degrees in psychology and sociology & criminology from Texas Christian University and a master’s degree in psychology with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy from Our Lady of the Lake University.

Heidi Tournoux-Hanshaw serves as the Director of Clinical Services at The Art Station. Since joining the organization in 2005, Heidi has been instrumental in expanding its reach and impact within the community.

With a strong foundation in psychology and art, Heidi earned her bachelor’s degree from Central Washington University and a master’s degree in psychology with specializations in Child, Couple, and Family Therapy and Art Therapy from Antioch University Seattle.

At The Art Station, Heidi leads a team of counselors and art therapists who provide individual and group therapy sessions. Her role encompasses not only clinical supervision but also the development of programs that address the evolving needs of the Fort Worth community. Under her guidance, the organization has introduced new group offerings and Continuing Education (CE) opportunities for professionals, reflecting a commitment to both client care and professional development.

Heidi’s approach to therapy emphasizes the healing power of art-making, particularly for those who find it challenging to articulate their experiences through words alone. She believes in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and experiences through creative processes. This philosophy extends to her work with community partners, where she collaborates to design programs that are responsive to specific needs, ensuring that art therapy remains accessible and relevant.

Beyond her clinical responsibilities, Heidi is a designated clinical supervisor, mentoring emerging therapists and contributing to the growth of the field. Her dedication to education and advocacy has helped increase awareness of art therapy’s benefits throughout Fort Worth and beyond.

As a Community Outreach Coordinator for The Art Station, Mackenzie is dedicated to expanding access to mental health support through art therapy. As an artist with a background in business management, Mackenzie fosters partnerships and builds awareness of art therapy’s transformative benefits. They collaborate with local organizations, schools, and wellness networks to bring innovative mental health resources directly to the community. Through their outreach, Mackenzie strives to help individuals of all ages discover new ways to process emotions, manage stress, and connect with themselves and others.

Hillary is one of the first people you will meet here at The Art Station. She will help set you up with your paperwork and get you on the schedule. Hillary will also assist in any beginning questions and guide you through the intake process. Before joining The Art Station in 2024, Hillary was a kindergarten classroom teacher.

Supervised by Heidi Tournoux-Hanshaw, LPC-AT/S, ATR-BC

Jashley Boatwright is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor, Board Certified Art Therapist, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Trained Therapist, and has a certification in trauma therapy. She completed her Master of Arts in Art Therapy from Saint Mary of the Woods College in 2015. She also completed the Connection Coalition’s training in trauma informed yoga in 2019. Jashley works from a holistic, Client-Centered focus where she utilizes tools from art therapy, attachment theory, EMDR, and a somatic understanding of how the body can store emotions, stress, and trauma. She has worked with Veterans, homeless and under-resourced adults and children in shelters and community centers, school age children at public and charter schools, adults and adolescents at behavioral health hospitals, social skills groups, adults with epilepsy, and individual clients who experience trauma, anxiety, grief, and depression. Jashley has been on staff at the Art Station since 2016.

Arrianna Cervantes is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. She earned her M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and B.S. in Psychology from Texas Christian University. Her experience includes non-profits, schools, treatment centers, and the private practice sector. With this she brings a variety of knowledge into her work which she implements with both flexibility and heart. At the core of her approach is a belief in resilience, connection, and the magic that happens when you show up as your full and authentic self. She works with clients ages 5 and up, but especially takes pride in supporting kids, teens, and young adults as they navigate big feelings, identity, and life’s messy in-betweens. Arrianna’s style is solution-focused, creative, and even playful at times—because therapy doesn’t always have to feel heavy. She loves helping clients discover new tools, fresh perspectives, and the confidence to grow in their own unique way.

Supervised by Heidi Tournoux-Hanshaw, LPC-AT/S, ATR-BC

Beth Conley is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Trained Therapist. She completed her masters in Marital and Family Therapy with Specialization in Art Therapy at Loyola Marymount University in 2018. Beth uses a Client Centered approach and incorporates creative processing using art materials with many of her clients. She primarily works in an individual therapy format with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief/loss, among other things. Beth has been employed at The Art Station since 2018.

Claudia Jauregui is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) trained therapist. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The University of Texas in Arlington and her master’s degree in Art Therapy with emphasis in Counseling from Saint Mary of the Woods College in Indiana. Claudia primarily sees individual clients. She is deeply passionate about working with adults who have experienced complex trauma. She focuses on providing clients safety and connection through their healing process. Her approach to treatment is informed by an understanding of neurodevelopmental and attachment theory, the adaptive information processing model, and principles of somatic psychology. This framework guides her to facilitate a supportive environment for clients to achieve their therapy goals and reconnect to a healthier expression of self.

Supervised by Heidi Tournoux-Hanshaw, LPC-AT/S, ATR-BC

Whitney completed a Master of Science in Art Therapy from Florida State University in 2009; she is a Board-Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. She serves as a Senior Therapist and Graduate Student Supervisor at The Art Station, providing services to individuals and groups, ages 6 and up who derive from a broad range of social, developmental, and cultural backgrounds.

As a therapist, Whitney’s work is grounded by a holistic perspective that honors the connection between mind, body, and spirit. She draws from an integrative framework that includes Art Therapy and other expressive modalities, somatic therapies, tenets of dialectical behavioral therapy, and integrative health practices.

Leslie Murtishaw-Castro is a Senior Therapist at The Art Station and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-AT) and Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC). She completed her Master of Arts in Art Therapy from Saint Mary of the Woods College in 2015. Leslie utilizes Person-Centered approaches and the Expressive Therapies Continuum (ETC) as a foundation for her work with clients. Currently, Leslie provides individual art therapy services for children (6+), teens, and adults and has experience working with Veterans with PTSD (Combat Related & Military Sexual Trauma), Complex PTSD, Adults with Substance related disorders, and individuals with anxiety, depression, and other mental health diagnoses. Leslie has been on staff at the Art Station since 2015.

Rachel Reeves is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience across a range of care settings, from individual outpatient to acute inpatient services. She specializes in trauma-informed expressive arts therapy and child-centered play therapy. Currently, Rachel provides group and individual therapy to clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in Person-Centered and Gestalt frameworks, with a focus on treating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and other mental health diagnoses.  Rachel joined the Art Station in 2024.

Cally Tilly is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Art Therapist. Additionally, she has her Supervisor designation.  She works with children, adolescents, and adults using a person-centered and strength-based approach. Cally uses direct and free art experiences to help clients explore and process their thoughts, feelings, and the challenges they face. By working collaboratively and establishing a trusting and supportive relationship, she helps her clients identify their personal goals and walks with them along a unique path of self-discovery and healing. Cally brings with her 19 years of experience as a public-school art teacher and years of counseling experience working with clients with a wide variety of diagnoses and mental health needs.

Julianna Watkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist. She has experience working with children and families in outpatient settings as well as adult groups at an addiction treatment center. Julianna has facilitated self-care groups for healthcare workers at a hospital, worked with a diverse range of individuals – both adults and children, and has led several other art therapy groups.

Julianna originally began her career path to teach elementary age children before changing paths to pursue her dream of being an art therapist. She is also an artist and an artisan of wire wrapped natural stone and crystal jewelry-maker. Julianna enjoys spending time with family and friends and spending time outdoors soaking up nature. She has always loved creating, whether it be drawing, painting, writing, or anything involving self-expression.