Toni S.
M.A. Candidate, Art Therapy & Counseling
- Role
- Recreation Specialist & Art Facilitator at Peace Care Experts
- Location
- Nyack, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Toni S.
As an M.A. Candidate in Art Therapy and Counseling, I integrate over 20 years of experience as a professional chef into my work as a Recreation Specialist and Art Facilitator. My practice centers on sensory-rich, person-centered experiences that nurture emotional well-being, dignity, social connection, and a sense of purpose.I meet people where they are—through familiar scents, shared meals, and meaningful creative engagement. Whether blending culinary arts, visual art, music, or movement, I create personalized sessions that feel inviting, comforting, and gently stimulating.Building trust is at the heart of my approach. I listen deeply and respond with warmth, curiosity, and respect, adapting materials and pacing to honor each person’s history, preferences, and cultural traditions. Creativity becomes the bridge to connection, empowerment, and joy.My background in both kitchens and art studios has taught me that the most powerful way to inspire regulation, engagement, and meaning is to begin with what someone already knows and loves, and let creativity and playfulness lead the way.
Experience
Recreation Specialist & Art Facilitator
Mar 2026 — Present
Education
International Culinary Center
Grande Diploma, Pastry Arts & Restaurant Management
2008
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Art Major /Psychology Minor
Southwestern College (NM)
Master of Arts - MA, Art Therapy & Counseling
Fashion Institute of Technology
Color Specialist Certificate for Art, Design, and Fashion-Related Products
Kingsborough Community College
Associate of Science - AS, Fine and Studio Arts
Skills
- Menu Development
- Specialty Retail
- Food Safety
- Recipe Testing
- Ingredients
- Inventory Management
- Sensory Evaluation
- Project Management
- Cupcakes
- Manufacturing Scale-Up
- Hands-on Training
- Chocolate
- Culinary Skills
- Food Manufacturing
- Baking
- Food
- Pastry
- Operations Process Improvement
- Bakery
- Food Cost Management
- Food & Beverage
- Gourmet
- Customer Service
- Small Business
- Food Industry
- Chef
- Menu Engineering
- Business Development
- Consulting Chef
- Desserts
- Cake Decorating
- Cooking
- Product Development
- Product Engineering
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