Michelle Pate

Department of Creative Arts Therapy

Instructor

Michelle Pate

Shaffer Art Building
Syracuse, NY 13244-1210



Michelle Pate (pronouns: she/her) is a board-certified art therapist and licensed mental health counselor who holds a doctorate in art therapy from Mount Mary University.

Pate has worked in a variety of community mental health and clinical treatment settings with diverse populations. Her research focuses on undergraduate art therapy curriculum, pedagogy, and student learning outcomes with a focus on accessibility and inclusion of all students.

Education

  • Ph.D., Mount Mary University