The Recreative - online art group for moms
The Recreative is an online expressive arts group for busy moms! We meet once a week, I lead you in a creative art prompt, and we explore what comes up with a delightful community. No art skills or experience required!
Hosted by Roya Dedeaux
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fullerton, CA 92833
The Recreative is an online expressive arts group for busy moms! We meet once a week, I lead you in a creative art prompt, and we explore what comes up with a delightful community. No art skills or experience required!
Support for Dealing with Stress and Burnout
Held Virtually. For professional fields dealing with the pressures of long hours, constant stress, and burnout from demanding jobs. This is an Experiential, Process Group that combines meditation and art. All that's needed is a pad of paper & drawing ...
Hosted by Priya Sharma
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newport Beach, CA 92660
Held Virtually. For professional fields dealing with the pressures of long hours, constant stress, and burnout from demanding jobs. This is an Experiential, Process Group that combines meditation and art. All that's needed is a pad of paper & drawing ...
Grief Group for Adults
The Grief Group will meet Mondays for 6 weeks (Fall/Winter 2023/2024 dates TBD). The outline for sessions generally includes the following: beginning journal prompt, followed by group discussion, tools & strategies for managing grief and stress; art therapy directive geared ...
Hosted by Sydney Hensler
Counselor, MS, LPCC, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newport Beach, CA 92660
The Grief Group will meet Mondays for 6 weeks (Fall/Winter 2023/2024 dates TBD). The outline for sessions generally includes the following: beginning journal prompt, followed by group discussion, tools & strategies for managing grief and stress; art therapy directive geared ...
women empowerment through expressive art
Art is healing. Beauty is healing. Silence talk could be healing as well. Through expressive art we learn to acknowledge our emotions, to challenge our thoughts, to practice compassion and finally empower our inner resources. Remember this is not art ...
Hosted by Mahsan Behnoud
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT , EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Orange, CA 92866
Art is healing. Beauty is healing. Silence talk could be healing as well. Through expressive art we learn to acknowledge our emotions, to challenge our thoughts, to practice compassion and finally empower our inner resources. Remember this is not art ...
Art Therapy for Teen Girls (Ages 13-17)
Teen Art Therapy: A 6-week art therapy group tailored for teen girls. Join us in this nurturing environment, where we delve into the intricacies of school, social media, and anxiety while embracing the art of emotional regulation. Through the creative ...
Hosted by Brianna D. Bleeker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Teen Art Therapy: A 6-week art therapy group tailored for teen girls. Join us in this nurturing environment, where we delve into the intricacies of school, social media, and anxiety while embracing the art of emotional regulation. Through the creative ...
Art Therapy for Stress/Anxiety Management-Adult
This group is for adult clients who want to explore the form of expressive therapy that uses the art making to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The creative process not only improve self-expression, but also help you resolve internal ...
Hosted by Maryanne Duan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tustin, CA 92780
This group is for adult clients who want to explore the form of expressive therapy that uses the art making to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The creative process not only improve self-expression, but also help you resolve internal ...
Artful Healing
Join us in this support group where we come together to share our day to day experiences and feelings while we work with clay. Whether you want to open up and talk or simply listen, this space is here for ...
Hosted by Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newport Beach, CA 92660
Join us in this support group where we come together to share our day to day experiences and feelings while we work with clay. Whether you want to open up and talk or simply listen, this space is here for ...
Women's Group
I facilitated a women's group for about 10 years focusing on anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, parenting and partnering. The women in the group are very warm, supportive and welcoming. We had been on hiatus, but are re-grouping - ...
Hosted by Victoria Hoskins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Habra, CA 90631
I facilitated a women's group for about 10 years focusing on anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, parenting and partnering. The women in the group are very warm, supportive and welcoming. We had been on hiatus, but are re-grouping - ...
Art Therapy
The goal of art therapy is to honor the creative process within. By exploring self-expression and honesty without censor or judgment, we discover new ways to gain personal insight and develop new coping skills. We experience the work of our ...
Hosted by Deb Watt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MACP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
The goal of art therapy is to honor the creative process within. By exploring self-expression and honesty without censor or judgment, we discover new ways to gain personal insight and develop new coping skills. We experience the work of our ...
Prenatal Support Group
The group will emphasize art therapy and community. For expecting moms to connect with your body, growing baby and community of women in a creative space. Support yourself and each other through creative art practices, mindfulness, group processing and tools ...
Hosted by Sydney Hensler
Counselor, MS, LPCC, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newport Beach, CA 92660
The group will emphasize art therapy and community. For expecting moms to connect with your body, growing baby and community of women in a creative space. Support yourself and each other through creative art practices, mindfulness, group processing and tools ...
Pause the Juggling and Let Yourself Play!
Trying to balance it all - relationships, work, household, family?? Relax and create as you are guided through expressive arts activities geared toward diminishing the detrimental psychological and emotional effects of our overly stressful lives. 2-hour, small-group workshop. All materials ...
Hosted by Jaci Schoen - Relationship Focus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Irvine, CA 92614
Trying to balance it all - relationships, work, household, family?? Relax and create as you are guided through expressive arts activities geared toward diminishing the detrimental psychological and emotional effects of our overly stressful lives. 2-hour, small-group workshop. All materials ...
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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.