About

My name is Teryn O'Brien. I’m an artist, musician, and yoga teacher. I’m also a counselor (post graduate LMHC-A) in the state of Rhode Island.

For 13+ years, I had a full time career in communications, where I worked with Penguin Random House, ran my own freelance business, and managed various publications/projects before getting a full-time job at Salve Regina University in 2020. Throughout the past few years, I was hoping to transition into a career in mental health, while also incorporating my artistic abilities into the next phase of life.

In 2024, I graduated from Salve Regina with a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, and I also took expressive arts classes that opened my eyes up to the unique possibilities art can give people.

As a lifelong artist, writer, and musician, I now find myself creating unique events and projects that blend a lot of my passions into something that is hard to describe — but you won’t forget it if you experience it. I love combining concepts of therapy and mental health with artistic endeavors, because I think the more honest we all are about the hard things, the more healing can come.

Music - Violin and Other Instruments

I create unique musical and expressive experiences that implement the violin along with other instruments, as well as singing. I believe music is a powerful force. If you are interested in collaborating on a musical project, please contact me.

Counseling
As a counselor, I currently see clients via telehealth through Compassionate Healing, LLC. My focus is often on trauma victims and people who’ve experienced deep and complex grief. I see a variety of clients, though, and am happy to do a consultation to see if we’d be a good fit. Please contact Compassionate Healing if you are interested in therapy, and mention that you’re interested in seeing me. I’m an LMHC-A working toward full licensure at this moment in time.

Yoga Teacher & Embodiment Coaching

I’m a 500-hour yoga teacher with the Yoga Alliance, and I’ve taught over 1,100 yoga classes. However, I’m not really a traditional yoga teacher anymore. See my movement page for more info.

Communications: Writing, Editing, & Photography
I still freelance write and take photos. Please check out my writing and photography pages for samples of my work.

Art - Painting and Expressive Art

I’m a painter, artist, and photographer that loves to weave the visual arts into my work and life. Check out my art and photography pages. I also incorporate visual expressive arts into a lot of my events, counseling, and other projects.