olivia Candocia, MA, NCC

Counselor and Drama Therapist

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Olivia Candocia (she/her)

Existence is so weird. One moment you’re spiraling with questions like, “Why am I here? What’s the point? Who even am I?”—and the next you’re strutting around like the main character, unstoppable and on top of the world. Then, out of nowhere—boom—you’re face-planting straight back into the existential void. So what do we do with all this? It’s overwhelming.
 
I grew up performing—captivated by the magic of embodying all the parts of myself I was keeping hidden in my everyday life. Acting wasn’t just a passion; it was a way to safely practice connection and communication. As a therapist, I bring my creative spirit into the space. Using talk and drama therapy techniques—like role-play, improv, storytelling, and games—I’ll support you as you navigate this thing called existing. 
 
I’m passionate about working with the square pegs in a round-hole world—the creatives,
the nerds, the deep feelers, the folks who’ve always felt a little out of sync with “normal.” Together, we untangle the messy stuff.  Sure, I’ve got clinical skills, but I bring lived experience, curiosity, and a sense of humor about the weird chaos of being human. I believe it’s crucial to make space for joy and humor both in and outside of sessions. Therapy is hard work, yes—but it can also be playful, exploratory, and a space where you get to try on different hats and see what fits. 
 
I truly love what I do. If you’re curious about working together, reach out to schedule a consultation — I’d love to hear from you.  Click here to schedule a free video consultation.
 

Specialties:  Life transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Identity exploration, Queerness, ADHD, Grief, Loneliness, Autism, Substance Use, Creatives, Perfectionism, Self-Diagnosis, Non-Monogamy, Boundaries, Communication Skills, Social Emotional Learning

Services Offered: Individual Therapy, Drama Therapy, Group Therapy

Ages: Children, Teens, Adults

Professional Website

Email: ocandocia@effectiveartistry.com 

HAPPENINGS @ EA: 

Podcast:“Counselors Craft a Curious Path” 

Podcast: Therapeas in a Pod 

Group: Discover Your Self Taro

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