Gwendolyn Kurtz

Gwendolyn Kurtz is an experienced Licensed Creative Arts Therapist specializing in art therapy. Currently serving as the Director of Therapeutic Activities at Maimonides Medical Center since July 2020, Gwendolyn facilitates individual and group art therapy sessions aimed at helping patients identify problems, set realistic goals, and implement recovery strategies. Previous roles include Art Therapist and Recreation Coordinator Supervisor at CAMBA, Director of Operations for the MFA Interaction Design program at the School of Visual Arts, and various internships focused on art therapy for vulnerable populations. Gwendolyn holds a BFA in Painting and Art History from the School of Visual Arts and has been actively involved in developing and conducting art therapy programs across different settings.