Teen Girls Depression Support Group (15-18 Yrs.)
This is a group for teen girls who are looking for support from other teen girls dealing with Depression. Girls today have many pressures that may negatively impact their self-esteem, body-image, sexuality and sexual identities, peer relationships, school performance and ...
Hosted by Wendy De Augustine
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westlake Village, CA 91362
This is a group for teen girls who are looking for support from other teen girls dealing with Depression. Girls today have many pressures that may negatively impact their self-esteem, body-image, sexuality and sexual identities, peer relationships, school performance and ...
Low-Cost Co-Ed Teen Support Group (14-18 yrs)
Teens today have many pressures that may negatively impact their self-esteem, body-image, peer relationships, school pressure and performance and interpersonal relationships with parents and families. As a LMFT, with a MA in Art Therapy, I have run many successful groups ...
Hosted by Wendy De Augustine
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westlake Village, CA 91362
Teens today have many pressures that may negatively impact their self-esteem, body-image, peer relationships, school pressure and performance and interpersonal relationships with parents and families. As a LMFT, with a MA in Art Therapy, I have run many successful groups ...
Creative Spiritual Unity
Creativity, meditation, guided imagery, with prayer to release Healing, Blessings, Gifting, Love, and Unity.
Hosted by Creative Family Therapy, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Creativity, meditation, guided imagery, with prayer to release Healing, Blessings, Gifting, Love, and Unity.
Integrated Archetypal Dreamwork
Explore and discover how dreams develop consciousness in 8 neurobiological domains of integration. Within the group process, together we will discuss the power of dreams to connect to the powerful archetypal dynamics within us all. By sharing our dreams within ...
Explore and discover how dreams develop consciousness in 8 neurobiological domains of integration. Within the group process, together we will discuss the power of dreams to connect to the powerful archetypal dynamics within us all. By sharing our dreams within ...
Music and Art Therapy
This group is an hour and a half long music and art therapy group that is designed for individuals who want help managing stress, depression and for anyone interested in the therapeutic aspects of artistic and musical expression. We will ...
Hosted by Sara Trevino Faulstich
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
This group is an hour and a half long music and art therapy group that is designed for individuals who want help managing stress, depression and for anyone interested in the therapeutic aspects of artistic and musical expression. We will ...
Altar Building and Grief Process
Bring pictures of loved ones, artifacts that represent their life, foods they loved, flowers, cloth, and a box to build your altar. Group grief after altar building.
Hosted by Jacqueline F Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93001
Bring pictures of loved ones, artifacts that represent their life, foods they loved, flowers, cloth, and a box to build your altar. Group grief after altar building.
Women's Painting Therapy Group
Take the next step on your personal journey! Embrace spontaneity and freedom. Cultivate presence. Find inspiration. Make commitments. Invite curiosity. Balance mind, body and spirit. Value self-love. Be brave. Know empathy. Open to the mystery Celebrate life. Have fun! Every ...
Hosted by Bonnie Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Take the next step on your personal journey! Embrace spontaneity and freedom. Cultivate presence. Find inspiration. Make commitments. Invite curiosity. Balance mind, body and spirit. Value self-love. Be brave. Know empathy. Open to the mystery Celebrate life. Have fun! Every ...
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Art Therapy Support Groups
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.