✨ Eden Pastor, LCPC, ATR-BC, is a Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, teens, and families through trauma, addiction, grief, and life transitions. Her integrative, holistic approach combines evidence-based counseling with creative and somatic methods to foster emotional regulation, self-awareness, and lasting healing.
✨ Current Licensure
LCPC — Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Nevada Board of Examiners for MFT & CPC Counselors
ATR-BC — Licensed by the Art Therapy Credentials Board, National Registered Art Therapist
✨ Career-Related Experience
Clinical Professional Counselor & Art Therapist | Eden Therapies & Eden Art Therapy, Las Vegas, NV (2011–Present)
Providing individual and family therapy addressing addiction, trauma, behavioral issues, neurological disorders, grief and loss, attachment disorders, and life transitions.
Vogue Recovery Center, Las Vegas, NV (2020–Present)
Facilitated art therapy groups for patients.
Desert Winds Recovery Center, Las Vegas, NV (2022–Present)
Facilitated art therapy groups for patients.
First Dawn Recovery Center, Las Vegas, NV (2023–Present)
Facilitated art therapy groups for patients.
Clinical Professional Counselor & Art Therapist | Cleveland Clinic / Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, Las Vegas, NV (2017–2018)
Facilitated art therapy groups for patients and caregivers.
Clinical Professional Counselor & Art Therapist | Desert Hope Recovery Center, Las Vegas, NV (2014–2019)
Provided individual and group therapy for addiction, trauma, grief/loss, and behavioral health concerns.
Clinical Professional Counselor & Art Therapist | Destinations to Recovery, Las Vegas, NV (2015–2017)
Supported individuals and families through addiction, behavioral issues, and trauma recovery.
Clinical Professional Counselor | A Better Tomorrow Recovery Center, Las Vegas, NV (2013–2015)
Counseled individuals and families experiencing addiction, trauma, and life transitions.
Clinical Professional Counselor & Art Therapist | Compass Behavioral Health, Las Vegas, NV (2013–2014)
Worked with clients facing behavioral challenges, grief/loss, and attachment difficulties.
Art Therapist | 18th Judicial District, District Attorney’s Office, Centennial, CO (2009–2010)
Provided therapy for individuals and families impacted by addiction, trauma, and criminal justice involvement.
Art Therapist / Mentor | The Other Side of Arts, Aurora, CO (2009–2010)
Collaborated with 65 children and adolescents in an open studio art setting.
Art Therapy Intern | Family Self-Sufficiency Center, Boulder, CO (2008)
Facilitated individual and group sessions focused on emotional growth and stability.
Community Art Studio Mentor for Teens | Naropa University (2008)
Co-facilitated open art studio programming and implemented creative activities for adolescents.
Invited Speaker | S.O.P.H.E. National Conference (2006)
Topic: Sex Workers and Addiction.
Student Counselor | UNLV Center for Individual, Couple & Family Counseling (2006)
Provided individual counseling for adults and co-facilitated group workshops on childhood trauma.
Graduate Assistant | UNLV, under Larry Ashley, Ed.S., LADC, CPGC (2005–2006)
Assisted with teaching, research, community outreach, fundraising, and administrative duties.
Special Training: Seeking Safety – evidence-based model for treating PTSD and substance abuse.
✨ Education & Training
M.A. in Transpersonal Psychology Counseling / Art Therapy, Naropa University (2010)
Thesis available by request: Using Art as Therapy to Help Regulate Comorbid Behaviors in a Mandated Client
Community Peacemaker Program, Peacemaker Institute, Boulder (2008)
Graduate Studies in Community Counseling / Addiction Program, UNLV (2005–2006)
B.A. in Psychology, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2005)
✨ Educational Awards & Honors
Graduate:
• Regent Award for Research & Community Education in Eating Disorders Treatment
• Elected President, S.O.A.P. (Student Organization of Addiction Professionals)
Undergraduate:
• Dean’s List
• National Society of Collegiate Scholars
• Golden Key International Honour Society
✨ Organizational Membership & Community Involvement
Professional Memberships:
• American Counseling Association (ACA)
• American Art Therapy Association (AATA)
Community Involvement:
• Board Member, Awakenings Center of Las Vegas — fundraising, documentary filmmaking, and event coordination
• Volunteer, Blind Center of Nevada
• Volunteer, Covenant of Love, Las Vegas
• Volunteer, Safe Nest, Las Vegas
✨ Eden continues to blend clinical excellence with creativity and compassion, offering a safe, grounded space for healing across Nevada through telehealth.
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