Picture a lively, supportive art therapy group where teens come together to explore who they are and what they’re going through. Here, we use art as a way to dive into identity, manage anxiety, and strengthen social connections. You might find yourself creating a mural that tells your story, making collages that highlight your hopes and challenges, or crafting sculptures that show off your inner strengths. It’s all about having fun, expressing yourself, and connecting with others who are navigating similar experiences. In this space, you'll discover more about yourself and build friendships while exploring your creativity.
Hosted by Natalie N Coriell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Heights, MO 63117
I love helping folks to get ALL the big feels out! Sometimes that looks like using art to express them or maybe using EMDR to reprocess some of that old stuff.
I work with teens, young adults and women who want to get their lives back on track and curb their worry warts. I’m all about facing our traumas head-on so they don’t keep running the show. A lot of folks come to me anxious, but we often find there’s a bigger issue lurking beneath. Think of it as detective work—we dig deep to uncover the real problem.
Please see my profile to see description of group! Group is beginning October 9, 2023. I look forward to seeing you there! Come to Insightful Life Therapy Services for an inspired, helpful group! Email admin@insightfullifetherapy.com to sign up or call 314. 730. 6787.
Hosted by Molly Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63129
I am the group leader and have over 15 years of therapy and look forward to cheering you on! Some examples of art prompts will be: draw what anxiety feels like in your body, now draw how you would like your body to feel.
Now offering an Art Therapy for Anxiety Group: Do you ever feel like you are struggling alone in your anxiety? Attend a helpful, inspired group atmosphere and learn ways to use your creativity to express your feelings and let go of anxiety. You do not need to be an artist to engage in art therapy. Everyone has creativity in them, it is just a matter of unlocking it! Art therapy is a way to calm the nervous system and bring more creativity to your life. Group therapy is a way to relate to others struggling with the same issues that you are. It is my hope you will find healing and peace while in this group.
Ever feel like you are struggling alone with anxiety? Attend a helpful, inspired group to learn how to use your creativity to express your feelings and learn ways to let go of your anxiety. You do not need to be an artist; everyone has creativity in them, it is just a matter of unlocking it! Art therapy is a way to calm the nervous system and bring more creativity into your your life. Group therapy is a way to relate to others struggling with the same or similar issues that you are. Led by Molly Green, MA, LPC
Hosted by Insightful Life Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63129
We include therapists versed in EMDR, Art Therapy.
Insightful Life Therapy Services has immediate openings at this point in time. We are a group of licensed, experienced therapists providing quality services in South County St. Louis. We offer therapy services for a variety of issues for children, teens, adults, and families. We also have group therapy beginning in October 2023.
Calling all Swifties! Get ready for the ultimate Taylor Swift-themed Therapy group for ages 10-13! Meeting every Saturday at 1pm starting June 15 for 8 sessions. Insurance accepted! Join us and see the world through a Taylor Swift Lens and bond with other Swifties.
Hosted by Open Arms Wellness - Ballwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ballwin, MO 63011
Struggling to connect with therapists and feeling unheard? Our commitment is to link you with skilled mental health therapists across various specialties in the greater St. Louis area, offering immediate openings in 1 of our 4 locations: Brentwood, Ballwin, CWE, or Columbia. Our approach involves delving into the root of your concerns—we listen attentively, devising unique strategies that align with your passions to foster healing in your life. Witness a remarkable transformation when collaborating with our carefully chosen professionals.
Process Painting is Intuitive, subconscious and emotional painting.... Wonderful container to BE, ACCEPT, and CLEAR pain, trauma and unlock or unblock your creativity... with Expressive arts we use movement, music and improvisational interaction to experience and express blocked and shared emotion. Be in the present moment with others, be held in an accepting, sacred and honoring space, be free to be yourself and be loved and honored exactly as you are!
Hosted by Candace Faith Frugé
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ABT, LMT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, MO 65806
I can help you to calm your mind, relax your body, nourish and honor your spirit... Release mental and emotional patterns and blockages that are inhibiting your growth and well-being. Through true acceptance, listening and individually tailored therapeutic protocols, I can help you find peace, love and joy... in this process you can heal trauma, enhance your creativity, and experience optimum performance in all aspects of your life and relationships. Join me now in creating a healthy and thriving relationship with yourself and with others. Enjoy being alone, enjoy being with others, enjoy being yourself. Be content and fulfilled!
Finally, a donation-based, virtual, art therapy group! The purpose of the group is to Be Creative, Build Community, and Cultivate Calm. Bring whatever you're working on to your computer or phone screen and lets build some community around our craft. Reach out to samantha@wondergroundtherapy.com to schedule a 15 minute screening to join the group. Members will be sent a zoom link to join the group after screening. Group will meet every Monday unless notified otherwise.
Hosted by Samantha Maginn
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63143
Whatever it is that has brought you here is important to me—life changes and transitions, grief and loss, trauma and growth, anxiety and depression, or ADHD symptoms—your life is important to me. I can work with you to create a personalized wellness plan. You deserve to see your inner greatness. Your growth is inspiring to me. You deserve to cultivate your inner calm.
Transforming Creativity is a series of expressive arts therapy workshops designed and facilitated by and for trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming community members. Each workshop will explore a central theme. Some of the planned themes include care, safety, community, identity, and love. During each workshop, participants will have the opportunity to engage in facilitated group dialogues, interactive drama therapy activities, and/or individual creation (visual art, writing, etc.) related to the central theme. Workshops are open to folks 18 and over who identify as trans, non-binary, or gender non-conforming.
Hosted by River Chew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, REAT-IT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63116
Hi, my name is River! I'm a therapist and I’m passionate about working with people who have been impacted by trauma and painful life experiences. I believe that our bodies and minds have innate wisdom and flexibility. When we are exposed to hardships we adapt to keep ourselves safe from danger. This may look like shutting down our emotions to cope, looking for warning signs everywhere we go, or being hesitant to trust those closest to us. These responses can become second nature, and we sometimes keep using them even after the danger is gone. In cases like these the behaviors that once protected us can st art to cause pain instead.
This 6-week group therapy experience will be focused on healing your relationship with food, eating, exercise and body image through creative expression. You do not need to be an artist, or identify as a creative person to participate. Expressive Arts Therapy is all about process over product! Using visual arts, music, drama, and other creative processes, we’ll explore how our relationship to food and our bodies is connected to our emotional needs, and we’ll learn tools to help us better meet those needs and care for ourselves. This group is queer and trans inclusive and fat-positive.
Hosted by River Chew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, REAT-IT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63108
Hi, my name is River! I'm a therapist and I’m passionate about working with people who have been impacted by trauma and painful life experiences. I believe that our bodies and minds have innate wisdom and flexibility. When we are exposed to hardships we adapt to keep ourselves safe from danger. This may look like shutting down our emotions to cope, looking for warning signs everywhere we go, or being hesitant to trust those closest to us. These responses can become second nature, and we sometimes keep using them even after the danger is gone. In cases like these the behaviors that once protected us can st art to cause pain instead.
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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.