An Expression of Therapy in Art: Welcoming Dan Fenelon to Our Space
Art has a remarkable way of transforming people and places, and our office has just undergone a transformation of that kind. We are proud to announce that renowned contemporary artist Dan Fenelon has painted an original large-scale mural in the foyer of our practice — and it is nothing short of extraordinary. His work brings energy and vibrancy to our office. Named “So Tell Me About Yourself,” the mural depicts what clients share with us from childhood to adulthood.
Dan Fenelon is a nationally recognized visual artist known for his vibrant style, which blends pop art, street culture, mythology, and symbolic storytelling. His work is instantly recognizable — bold colors, flowing lines, whimsical characters, and meaning.
Artist Dan Fenelon
“So, Tell Me About Yourself” Mural by Dan Fenelon (2025)
Dan studied at The School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and later developed his unique style through work in illustration, commercial design, and public art. Today, he is celebrated for large murals, community projects, sculptures, and gallery pieces that inspire connection and curiosity.
What makes Dan’s work so unique is his ability to combine ancient themes with contemporary aesthetics. His imagery often incorporates tribal influences, spiritual symbolism, and playful elements — inviting viewers to look deeper, reflect on their life, and, in therapy, identify issues that need attention.
His murals have appeared in museums, corporate campuses, schools, cultural centers, and city spaces. His work has also been commissioned for the Montclair Art Museum, the Newark Museum, and numerous public arts programs, each demonstrating his ability to energize and elevate spaces.
New Jersey Therapy and Life Coaching discovered Dan’s work over 10 years ago. Our office walls have adorned his work ever since. On a whim, we contacted him in October to inquire whether he could paint a mural for us. Although most of our office is covered with art, the entryway, with its high ceilings, was bare. When we began imagining how to paint our foyer, we immediately thought of him.
His work communicates emotion, healing, imagination, and growth. His murals don’t just decorate walls — they create experiences. Our clients pause, interpret, reflect, and feel something. That emotional experience helps clients open up and work on issues inspired by his art.
The newly completed mural is a magnificent sight. Layers of color, abstract figures, and storytelling cover the wall. It brings life to the space in ways that words cannot. The imagery captures themes of childhood experience, introspection, and adult imagination.
This is the same process our clients go through in therapy. Every therapy session helps clients uncover childhood memories and, as adults, their experiences and imagination.
Dan’s process in creating the mural was a mystery. Surprisingly, he started by outlining the mural using virtual reality goggles. As the mural grew, he used freehand sketching to add what was missing. Watching the mural unfold was an amazing experience.
The mural was completed four days ago. We watch clients come into our office, see the mural, stop to take it in, and, on more than one occasion, we hear them say, “Wow,” and sometimes take pictures of it. Clients notice things in the mural that affect them. It is disarming and sets an immediate tone of uniqueness - that our practice integrates art into treatment.
We are honored to have a Dan Fenelon original in our lobby and proud to share it with our community. All who see it seem to experience its energy firsthand. We invite you to visit our practice, take a look, and see what it brings up in you.
The mural is now complete and adds a meaningful contribution to our treatment. We thank Dan Fenelon for his vision and invite you to enjoy this beautiful addition to New Jersey Therapy and Life Coaching.