Anna Beck is an enthusiastic and optimistic individual who uses expressive arts to help people heal, grow, and transform. Growing up, Anna had both a passion and propensity for singing, dancing, and acting. She discovered the inherent nature of arts to improve mental and emotional well-being. Anna has an AFA and BA degree in Musical Theatre, and a Masters degree in Drama Therapy. She is a Registered Drama Therapist and an active member of the North American Association for Drama Therapy. In her work at Lava Heights Academy, Anna embraces the mantra that “vulnerability is not a weakness; it is the birthplace of innovation, creativity, and change.” She specializes in using the arts to treat complex trauma . Anna also works as a Creative Consultant and Coach, providing clinically-informed experiences at conferences, workshops, and retreats. In addition to her drama therapy, you can find Anna performing in or directing theatre productions, teaching fitness classes, and serving in her Church and community. She loves spontaneous dance parties and singing loudly in her car with her champion of a husband and four magical children. Her mission in life is to love, encourage, and build up the inner Creator in everyone she meets.