In the wake of a fire disasters, survivors often face overwhelming emotional and psychological challenges. An online therapy group designed specifically survivors, provides a safe and supportive environment where everyone can share their experiences and feelings. Participants engage in guided discussions, allowing all to process their trauma and find solace in the shared understanding of their struggles. Through a combination of group therapy techniques and creative expression, such as art and writing, survivors can rebuild their sense of community and resilience, fostering hope and healing as they navigate their recovery journey together.
I am a license marriage and family therapist - I also have over thirty years experience in art therapy and mindfulness-based treatment.
Hello! Thank you for taking a moment to read this. No matter what difficulties you are struggling with, you have the ability to overcome them - loss, anxiety, sadness, or major life changes - you have everything you need to transform these into positive growth, the goal is to tap your innate potential together! Starting the journey can be scary but once you take the first step it can be the start of a new way of life. No matter if it is short term therapy to help you get through a rough patch or longer term process, my approach is client centered so we will set goals and work through it together.
Open to credentialed, and pre-licensed clinicians, as a time to come together, de-stress, and process your feelings about your work through art making. No art experience is necessary. Please call 424-254-9393 to see if this is for you! Monthly fee of $40 to cover art supply costs.
Hosted by Jill L. Ruby-Wahba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-BC
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
As a clinical Art Therapist, I use art making as an outlet for non-verbal emotional expression.
Imagine what your life could look like if you felt more in control, self-assured, energetic and hopeful about the future. Your conflicts and challenges don't need to define you, consume you, or prevent you from being able to enjoy the life or relationships you desire. Imagine feeling wonderful just as you are. What if you had fulfilling, healthy relationships (with your spouse/partner, family, friends, colleagues or children), despite anxiety, changing roles or circumstances, traumatic experiences, addiction or abuse, grief, loss, or guilty feelings? Let me help you heal old wounds and create a life you love living.
On hold until further notice. No previous visual art making experience necessary. Group is intended to be place to freely explore and gain understanding of what makes you tick, what has held you back or inspired you, through the process of art making and discussion. Participants can choose whether or not to share their experience. Each session will focus on something different with the goal being to improve self-awareness, build a sense of community, feel more hopeful about the future, gain self-acceptance and appreciation, and release burdens of the past so you can feel fulfilled and at peace.
Hosted by Jill L. Ruby-Wahba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-BC
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
As a clinical Art Therapist, I use art making as an outlet for non-verbal emotional expression.
Imagine what your life could look like if you felt more in control, self-assured, energetic and hopeful about the future. Your conflicts and challenges don't need to define you, consume you, or prevent you from being able to enjoy the life or relationships you desire. Imagine feeling wonderful just as you are. What if you had fulfilling, healthy relationships (with your spouse/partner, family, friends, colleagues or children), despite anxiety, changing roles or circumstances, traumatic experiences, addiction or abuse, grief, loss, or guilty feelings? Let me help you heal old wounds and create a life you love living.
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Our hearts are with everyone impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires. The devastation can feel impossible to bear, but you don’t have to face it alone. Join Our FREE 4-Week Creative Arts Therapy Group From Ashes to Art: Healing Together a safe, supportive space to process, heal, and rebuild—no art experience needed. Gentle art-based healing activities. Trauma-informed facilitation. Community connection with others who understand. Virtual convenience. Sundays at 10 AM PST until March 9th. Online—join from anywhere Email Megan@MeganCollinsLMFT.com to join. Let's heal together.
Hosted by Megan A Collins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-P
Group meets in Beverly Hills, CA 90212
I’m Megan Collins, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR-P) with 14 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, & groups in CA.
Feel Like You’re Juggling the Weight of the World?
You’ve got great things happening in your life—maybe a thriving career, relationships, or big goals—but it all feels like too much. Between the demands of your day-to-day, it’s easy to lose sight of yourself. When was the last time you truly paused to check in with you?
You don’t have to keep pushing through the overwhelm alone. Together, we’ll create space for you to reconnect with yourself, manage the stress, and build a life where you don’t just juggle—it all feels balanced, meaningful, and fulfilling.
Healing through creativity, expression, and connection. Join our 8-week Creative Grief Group, "WEEP," where you'll find solace, strength, and hope through therapeutic journaling and creative arts. You will need to purchase the book, "The Wild Edge of Sorrow" and bring your own journal. All other art supplies with be provided. No art experience needed. Dates: Tuesdays -October 24th - December 12th, Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Hosted by Suzanne Gauthier-Pin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
Art provides an outlet when are are "no words
Do you feel like anxiety is your baseline? Are you struggling with overthinking, decision paralysis, wondering if everyone is mad at you, and not sleeping well? Feeling overwhelmed, restless, and unsatisfied and sometimes feel like it’s all too much? Do you ever wonder if life is supposed to feel like one crisis after another? Now more than ever people are feeling anxious, overwhelm and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long term issues for your body, mind and spirit. It doesn’t have to be this hard.
This group is open to all ages and genders, where we use art, music, poetry, and mindfulness to explore the grief of losing someone we love, as well as grief and loss in our everyday lives. This can include the loss of a job, a beloved animal, or anything of special importance to you no matter how big or how small. Come meet with us and find joy, relief, understanding and celebration of the things we love and have lost with a group of like-minded individuals.
My extensive background in music and art provides a foundation that allows us to easily connect and helps you swiftly uncover the roots of your challenges and guides you through them.
Hello, I'm Frankie. My approach integrates psychotherapy, EMDR and creative arts to explore feelings, thoughts, and relationships while setting meaningful goals. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, PTSD, or stress-related issues we’ll work together and address how past experiences shape current self-beliefs. Through a compassionate lens, I provide a collaborative healing space. Past traumas don't have to define your future— begin your healing journey today by giving me a call for a free consultation.
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey through the mysterious realms of your dreams? Join our 8-week Dream Tending Group, where we'll explore the profound connection between your dreams and your mental well-being. Whether you're a seasoned artist or haven't picked up a brush since childhood, our process is accessible to everyone. You'll be guided through various creative activities such as drawing, painting, journaling, and more to bring your dreams to life. No prior art experience is necessary – just an open heart and a curious mind. DATES: Oct. 23-Dec 11th
Hosted by Suzanne Gauthier-Pin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
Art provides an outlet when are are "no words
Do you feel like anxiety is your baseline? Are you struggling with overthinking, decision paralysis, wondering if everyone is mad at you, and not sleeping well? Feeling overwhelmed, restless, and unsatisfied and sometimes feel like it’s all too much? Do you ever wonder if life is supposed to feel like one crisis after another? Now more than ever people are feeling anxious, overwhelm and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long term issues for your body, mind and spirit. It doesn’t have to be this hard.
This is a group for art therapists who are seeking supervision hours needed for ATR (Registered Art Therapist) certification, stipulated by the Art Therapy Credentialing Board (ATCB). This group is also appropriate for those who are already registered art therapists seeking general consultation on art therapy work with clients in a personally-oriented way. Each session includes sharing of client artwork, processing professional and personal experiences and feelings, discussion of relevant issues to art therapy work (including legal and ethical), and personal art-making.
Hosted by Sarah Frank Jarvis, LMFT, ATR-BC, CGP
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC, MA, CGP
Group meets in North Hills, CA 91343
I incorporate art therapy for both creatively-inclined and artistically-inexperienced individuals in addition to mindfulness-based practices, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and psychodynamic approaches to help clients rediscover their potential, increase insight into problematic patterns, gain access to supportive resources, and establish long-lasting habits that promote self awareness and growth.
I enjoy working interpersonally through the group process. Group can be healing and affirming and is a highly effective form of treatment that provides a space for meaningful contact with others in order to address personal, relational, and societal issues. I also offer a training/consultation group for those seeking certification as art therapists (ATR).
New Creative Arts Group for Adults struggling with Chronic Illness, Pain, Disease & Disability. If you're navigating chronic health challenges, this creative arts therapy group is for you. A safe, supportive space to express, process emotions, and connect with others who understand. Weekly Sessions Sundays 10 AM (Starting March 16th). Virtual – Join from anywhere. Drop in & Donation-based What to Expect: Guided creative activities Mindfulness & stress relief exercises. A compassionate community No artistic experience required—just bring any supplies and yourself!
Hosted by Megan A Collins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-P
Group meets in Beverly Hills, CA 90212
I’m Megan Collins, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR-P) with 14 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, & groups in CA.
Feel Like You’re Juggling the Weight of the World?
You’ve got great things happening in your life—maybe a thriving career, relationships, or big goals—but it all feels like too much. Between the demands of your day-to-day, it’s easy to lose sight of yourself. When was the last time you truly paused to check in with you?
You don’t have to keep pushing through the overwhelm alone. Together, we’ll create space for you to reconnect with yourself, manage the stress, and build a life where you don’t just juggle—it all feels balanced, meaningful, and fulfilling.
The Flow Space is a cozy gathering inspired by the concept of an open studio in traditional art therapy. Led by a professionally trained expressive arts therapist, each meetup is designed as a thematically-curated exploration of self through various forms of artistic practice. Guests choose a creative modality from our rotating biweekly menu, before receiving the activity prompt and all necessary supplies to help guide you in a process of creative self-inquiry, emotional processing and community connection.
Hosted by Amber N Salik
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90065
My work recognizes the systems that you are up against & leverages the healing powers of art, community and humor to help you process big emotions, facilitate deeper self-awareness, strengthen your relationships and navigate life’s transitions in creative, holistic ways.
I specialize in working with young (12-35), BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and/or neurodiverse individuals, as well as couples looking to improve communication and intimacy. I also have a particular passion for working with creatives & enjoy incorporating expressive arts like photography, music and writing into my sessions as well.
This is a one-time group for ages 6-12 at Animating Principle's Workshop in Glendale (Montrose area). This group will be held on Saturday, October 26th 1-3pm. This group will use Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques to help children learn how to increase healthy expression of emotion and accept and manage big emotions utilizing healthy tools. This group is Inside Out themed and will include take-home resources. This group will be tons of fun! It will consist of entirely new material, so those that joined our previous Inside Out classes, can still join. Don't bottle up your emotions! Join today!
Hosted by Lindsay Snaer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Group meets in Glendale, CA 91208
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Art, Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Existential, and Solution Focused.
I work with a multitude of challenges, such as emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, academics, peer conflict, low self-esteem, attachment issues, grief, OCD, Autism & ADHD. As someone with ADHD myself, I am both personally and professionally passionate about helping neurodivergent youth harness their challenges to uncover their strengths.
Over the last 20 years of working with children. I have found in families, Mothers need the most support. Women need a place to talk to other women, about their daily struggles. Many feelings exist throughout the day managing kids, partners, domestic chores, and careers. Our thoughts can be overwhelming, and we struggle to calm our minds. The mother's support group meets once a week. Discussions will include tips on improving communication, managing behaviors, anxiety, social skills, and building self-esteem. ? Mothers will feel the support from other group members and enjoy time in a peaceful garden. Experience Art and Sand tray Therapy.
Hosted by Lauryn J. Hunter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Group meets in Santa Monica, CA 90403
Art therapy can be an alternative to traditional talk therapy.
Art Therapy will help improve self-esteem, social skills, anger management, conflict resolution, and kindness. Each session will be personalized for each child and family's needs. 20 years of experience working with Learning Disability, Sports Psychology, Anxiety/Depression, Divorce, Grief /Loss and Trauma.
? Creative Arts Therapy Group for Therapists with Chronic Illness, Pain & Disability ? This donation-based supportive, virtual group is designed for therapists navigating chronic health challenges. We’ll use creative arts to process emotions, find healing, and connect with fellow therapists who understand. No prior art experience needed—just a willingness to explore and heal. ? What to Expect: Guided creative arts activities Trauma-informed facilitation by Megan Collins, LMFT & Art Therapist A supportive community of peers Virtual sessions, donation-based ? 1st Sundays of the Month, starting March 3rd ? Email Megan@MeganCollinsLMFT.com to join! Let’s heal together. ?
Hosted by Megan A Collins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-P
Group meets in Beverly Hills, CA 90212
I’m Megan Collins, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR-P) with 14 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, & groups in CA.
Feel Like You’re Juggling the Weight of the World?
You’ve got great things happening in your life—maybe a thriving career, relationships, or big goals—but it all feels like too much. Between the demands of your day-to-day, it’s easy to lose sight of yourself. When was the last time you truly paused to check in with you?
You don’t have to keep pushing through the overwhelm alone. Together, we’ll create space for you to reconnect with yourself, manage the stress, and build a life where you don’t just juggle—it all feels balanced, meaningful, and fulfilling.
Ready to unleash your creativity and boost your mental well-being? Join our monthly Art Journaling Workshop, where you'll discover the transformative power of art in nurturing your mind and soul. No art experience required – all supplies are provided. Just bring your curiosity and an open heart. Sue Gauthier-Pin, LMFT, will guide you through the process of art journaling, ensuring that you feel comfortable and inspired every step of the way. DATES: 1st Saturdays of the month, Nov. 4th & Dec. 2nd.
Hosted by Suzanne Gauthier-Pin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
Art provides an outlet when are are "no words
Do you feel like anxiety is your baseline? Are you struggling with overthinking, decision paralysis, wondering if everyone is mad at you, and not sleeping well? Feeling overwhelmed, restless, and unsatisfied and sometimes feel like it’s all too much? Do you ever wonder if life is supposed to feel like one crisis after another? Now more than ever people are feeling anxious, overwhelm and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long term issues for your body, mind and spirit. It doesn’t have to be this hard.
In response to the devastating fires that impacted Los Angeles, join us for a series of community art-making gatherings focused on safety, connection, and healing, entitled Art-making in Community for Healing. Beginning February 15, 2025, and continuing monthly on the 3rd Saturday, these open studio-style gathering provide space to process experiences through creative expression, with licensed mental health and trained arts healing practitioners available for support. Each gathering welcomes participants of all ages and offers a nurturing environment.
Hosted by Nicole Rademacher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Group meets in Santa Monica, CA 90404
As a Board Certified Art Therapist, I show up authentically, helping you understand yourself more deeply.
You feel like you never fully belonging anywhere, caught between worlds… it affects your sense of self, relationships, and ability to move forward. This "in-betweenness" can feel isolating, whether from unresolved grief, trauma, or identity questions others can't see. Navigating these complex experiences, you desire healing but find yourself stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Your emotions and creative potential feel blocked. You're ready to explore a different approach—one that honors both your analytical mind and emotional needs, connecting the fragmented pieces of your story through creativity and embodied awareness.
This group is for ages 6-12 and will be held Saturday, November 23rd at Animating Principle's Workshop in Glendale (Montrose area) from 1-3pm. This is a one-time art group and will focus on positive peer connection, social skills, and increasing healthy expression of emotion through art. This group will include take-home materials. We have an amazing art space (take a look at our pictures!) and this group will be a ton of fun! All are welcome! Ideal for those with difficulty with emotional expression/regulation, ADHD, anxiety, Autism, or low self-esteem.
Hosted by Lindsay Snaer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Group meets in Glendale, CA 91208
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Art, Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Existential, and Solution Focused.
I work with a multitude of challenges, such as emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, academics, peer conflict, low self-esteem, attachment issues, grief, OCD, Autism & ADHD. As someone with ADHD myself, I am both personally and professionally passionate about helping neurodivergent youth harness their challenges to uncover their strengths.
No artistic experience necessary! Come enjoy tuning into your senses and expressing yourself with mindful drawing. Each session follows the same format: A guided meditation to engage in conversation with your body and heart; intuitive drawing to express whatever feels needed; and group sharing to process and be witnessed. Sessions are 75 mins for 10 weeks and fee is $55/week. Group is open to adults over 21 years old. To ensure emotional safety for all, some experience with therapy or recovery work is necessary and an intake session of $55 is required to determine mutual suitability.
My approach integrates Hakomi Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Somatic Parts Work/ IFS, expressive art, and mindfulness-based CBT as well as tapping, acupressure, breathwork, sound healing and Reiki.
I'm very body-centered, drawing on trauma-informed modalities adapted for Zoom, my office, or a ranch north of Burbank through equine-assisted therapy! My work aims for less thinking and more feeling, inviting the intuition of your body to lead the way. We'll use mindfulness to access the wisdom of your subconscious and heal wounded patterns at the source through gentle sensory and energetic explorations of feelings, experiences, belief systems, and relationships. The result is... letting go of results! And cultivating loving connection with yourself. If you crave holistic, experiential, artistic therapy my approach may be for you.
NEW GROUP - Starting 5/25/24. Do you yearn to be more creative or express yourself more fully? Or maybe you've had "The Artist's Way" for years but haven't had the support to see it through? If so, then this workshop is for you! This 8wk group creates community around creative practice, inviting you into a process of discovering, healing, and transforming your relationship to your creativity and the brilliant artist you know you are deep down. Each week will include: A discussion of the weekly topic; Journaling/ Expressive Writing, Hands-on Art Making & Group Processing.
Hosted by Amber N Salik
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90065
My work recognizes the systems that you are up against & leverages the healing powers of art, community and humor to help you process big emotions, facilitate deeper self-awareness, strengthen your relationships and navigate life’s transitions in creative, holistic ways.
I specialize in working with young (12-35), BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and/or neurodiverse individuals, as well as couples looking to improve communication and intimacy. I also have a particular passion for working with creatives & enjoy incorporating expressive arts like photography, music and writing into my sessions as well.
Be in a creative community with fellow adopted people! This six-week art-making workshop series is specifically designed for adult adoptees located anywhere in the world. It's a unique opportunity to explore our struggles and experiences as adopted individuals in the community and through art, with a focus on healing. An intimate group will meet weekly on Zoom (for 90-120 minutes, depending on the content) to discuss, share, and make art together. You’ll be able to interact and build community with other adopted individuals. But remember, space is limited, so secure your spot now!
Hosted by Nicole Rademacher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90016
As a Board Certified Art Therapist, I show up authentically, helping you understand yourself more deeply.
You feel like you never fully belonging anywhere, caught between worlds… it affects your sense of self, relationships, and ability to move forward. This "in-betweenness" can feel isolating, whether from unresolved grief, trauma, or identity questions others can't see. Navigating these complex experiences, you desire healing but find yourself stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Your emotions and creative potential feel blocked. You're ready to explore a different approach—one that honors both your analytical mind and emotional needs, connecting the fragmented pieces of your story through creativity and embodied awareness.
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 for navigating the unique experience of pregnancy. Tools you can expect...expressive art making, journaling, guided meditation, group discussion & psychoeducation. 4-week group occurs November 14 & 28 and December 5 & 12, 2023 (total cost $280). 6-week group occurs January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6 & 13, 2024 (total cost $420). Payments can be split in two.
I predominantly work with counseling ("talk therapy") clients but have a growing number of art therapy and surf therapy clients.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Newport Beach & Long Beach, CA. I work with adults to help them reduce anxiety and live more peaceful, fulfilling lives. I work with "people-pleasers", the stretched thin & overwhelmed, those who feel stuck and those who are students of life - looking to develop and understand themselves on a deeper level. My clients have often reached a point where they're finally ready to ask for help, often times after helping everyone else in their life for so long. They're eager to make changes and ready to accept support, encouragement & tools for living the lives they desire.
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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.