Gabiela Tahsuda

Art Therapy intern
Access Living
Chicago, IL, United States

Gabriela Tahsuda (Kiowa/Comanche descent) is a graduate student pursuing a Master’s of Art Therapy and Counseling Program at School of the Art Institute of Chicago. In her current role as an intern at Access Living, Gabriela is focused on exploring community-based wellness and healing within the disability community. Gabriela’s personal experiences with disability have motivated her to become a leader and advocate throughout her academic journey for others with disabilities. Outside of her professional and academic work, Gabriela is a life-long artist who draws much of her inspiration from her Indigenous and Latino heritage.

Presentation(s):

• Art and Advocacy: The Art of Using Art as a Tool and Process for Disability Advocacy and Community Support 1179

  Tuesday, October 28, 2025
  1:30 PM - 2:30 PM  

• Fireside Chat: Disability Artistry and Disabled/Chronically ill Bodymind wisdoms (Location 2)

  Tuesday, October 28, 2025
  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM