Soundtrack Sessions is a therapy group that blends conversation, connection, and creativity. Each week, we meet in a professional music studio to explore themes like stress, self-expression, boundaries, and resilience. Some sessions use journaling and discussion, while others integrate music listening, beat-making, or creative reflection. This is a supportive space where you can share your story, build coping skills, and connect with others who understand.
Hosted by D'Angelo Taylor
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28211
Soundtrack Sessions is a therapy group that blends conversation, connection, and creativity. Each week, we meet in a professional music studio to explore themes like stress, self-expression, boundaries, and resilience. Some sessions use journaling and discussion, while others integrate music listening, beat-making, or creative reflection. This is a supportive space where you can share your story, build coping skills, and connect with others who understand.
Middle School is Tough. She Doesn’t Have to Navigate It Alone. This fall at Queen City Counseling, we’re offering a powerful 6-week Middle School Girls Group designed to support girls in building confidence, connection, and real-life coping tools all in a welcoming, therapeutic space. Dates: Sundays, Sept. 22 – Oct. 27 2025 Led by: Tabi Youngs, MSW, LCSWA
Middle School is Tough. She Doesn’t Have to Navigate It Alone. This fall at Queen City Counseling, we’re offering a powerful 6-week Middle School Girls Group designed to support girls in building confidence, connection, and real-life coping tools all in a welcoming, therapeutic space. Dates: Sundays, Sept. 22 – Oct. 27 2025 Led by: Tabi Youngs, MSW, LCSWA
For those looking to dive into the world of writing/ producing music, we offer a music group that is centered in recovery and using music as a therapeutic tool. During this group you can expect to write and record your work in a professional music studio while collaborating with other musicians in recovery.
For those looking to dive into the world of writing/ producing music, we offer a music group that is centered in recovery and using music as a therapeutic tool. During this group you can expect to write and record your work in a professional music studio while collaborating with other musicians in recovery.
Voices & Vision is a creative expression group offered through the Healing Pathways Foundation that invites participants to explore healing through art, reflection, and shared experience. The group provides a supportive space where individuals can use creative practices—such as drawing, painting, journaling, collage, and other visual arts—to express thoughts and emotions that may be difficult to put into words.
Hosted by Healing Pathways Foundation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSWA
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28262
Voices & Vision is a creative expression group offered through the Healing Pathways Foundation that invites participants to explore healing through art, reflection, and shared experience. The group provides a supportive space where individuals can use creative practices—such as drawing, painting, journaling, collage, and other visual arts—to express thoughts and emotions that may be difficult to put into words.
EmpowerHER Expressive Arts Therapy Group offers a creative, supportive space where middle and high school girls can build confidence, strengthen emotional resilience, and connect with peers through a variety of art forms, including painting, collage, sculpture, mask making, journaling, and more. No prior art experience needed. Each session combines hands-on art activities with guided discussions to help participants deepen self-awareness, emotional regulation, and social connection. This group is ideal for teens girls who struggle with self-esteem or emotional expression, are navigating depression and/or anxiety, and/or could benefit from creative, peer-supported healing experiences.
EmpowerHER Expressive Arts Therapy Group offers a creative, supportive space where middle and high school girls can build confidence, strengthen emotional resilience, and connect with peers through a variety of art forms, including painting, collage, sculpture, mask making, journaling, and more. No prior art experience needed. Each session combines hands-on art activities with guided discussions to help participants deepen self-awareness, emotional regulation, and social connection. This group is ideal for teens girls who struggle with self-esteem or emotional expression, are navigating depression and/or anxiety, and/or could benefit from creative, peer-supported healing experiences.
Set intentions for the new year! This 1.5 hour class is an introduction based on the Open Studio Process with a focus on goals for 2025 and meets Wed. January 15th. Free of any comments or critiques, participant artists can follow their own creative process without inhibition. Art making techniques are simple and user friendly, assuring that no prior skill or experience is required. The facilitator works alongside participants so that they may observe her exploring, problem solving and experimenting with her creative process through art making and reflective writing. All materials are provided. Tuesdays, April 16-May 21 -attend one or more.
Hosted by Maria Curran
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28209
Set intentions for the new year! This 1.5 hour class is an introduction based on the Open Studio Process with a focus on goals for 2025 and meets Wed. January 15th. Free of any comments or critiques, participant artists can follow their own creative process without inhibition. Art making techniques are simple and user friendly, assuring that no prior skill or experience is required. The facilitator works alongside participants so that they may observe her exploring, problem solving and experimenting with her creative process through art making and reflective writing. All materials are provided. Tuesdays, April 16-May 21 -attend one or more.
The Broken Bowl is an expressive arts workshop to process grief and loss based on the Japanese art of Kintsugi. Kintsugi embraces the concept that accepting imperfections can allow one to create a more powerful and beautiful piece of art. The bowl serves as metaphor for accepting change and finding the growth it inevitably brings. All materials are provided and no art experience is needed. Meets Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Hosted by Maria Curran
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28209
The Broken Bowl is an expressive arts workshop to process grief and loss based on the Japanese art of Kintsugi. Kintsugi embraces the concept that accepting imperfections can allow one to create a more powerful and beautiful piece of art. The bowl serves as metaphor for accepting change and finding the growth it inevitably brings. All materials are provided and no art experience is needed. Meets Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
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Accelerated Resolution Therapy ( ART) is a unique approach to psychotherapy. ART is unique because the ART Therapist guides the client to replace the negative images in the mind that cause the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress, grief and loss, abuse situations, undesired habits, with positive images of the client’s choosing. And this is done quickly, most often within one session! Once the negative images have been replaced by positive ones, the triggers will be gone. Nightmares and repeated intrusive thoughts will stop and new healthy thoughts take over.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy ( ART) is a unique approach to psychotherapy. ART is unique because the ART Therapist guides the client to replace the negative images in the mind that cause the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress, grief and loss, abuse situations, undesired habits, with positive images of the client’s choosing. And this is done quickly, most often within one session! Once the negative images have been replaced by positive ones, the triggers will be gone. Nightmares and repeated intrusive thoughts will stop and new healthy thoughts take over.
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This 6-week group supports teens (ages 15–17) in building confidence, managing anxiety, and improving emotional regulation through nature-based and creative experiences. Participants will engage in hands-on gardening and art activities while learning practical coping skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. This group is ideal for teens who may struggle with stress, self-esteem, or expressing their emotions. Topics Covered: Anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, self-esteem, social skills Session Details: Total Fee $300.00. The group starts May 16th, Saturdays 1:00–2:00 PM, Greensboro, NC, 6 weeks.
This 6-week group supports teens (ages 15–17) in building confidence, managing anxiety, and improving emotional regulation through nature-based and creative experiences. Participants will engage in hands-on gardening and art activities while learning practical coping skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. This group is ideal for teens who may struggle with stress, self-esteem, or expressing their emotions. Topics Covered: Anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, self-esteem, social skills Session Details: Total Fee $300.00. The group starts May 16th, Saturdays 1:00–2:00 PM, Greensboro, NC, 6 weeks.
Imagine walking into a room where everyone gets you on a deep and raw level because they're safe to be open about it, and you feel safe too. This is a place where you can truly be yourself and explore in ways you can't with people you normally encounter. We talk, joke, make art, cry, and heal together. Our group projects are designed to further your therapeutic process and supplement your individual journey. Come experience a place where you feel comfortable and welcomed. This group meets weekly at our office on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. Email us for more information.
Hosted by Aubrey Baptista
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, QS, ATR-BC
Group meets in Hendersonville, NC 28791
A typical plan includes creative art therapy, mindfulness, and practical strategies tailored to your goals.
Imagine walking into a room where everyone gets you on a deep and raw level because they're safe to be open about it, and you feel safe too. This is a place where you can truly be yourself and explore in ways you can't with people you normally encounter. We talk, joke, make art, cry, and heal together. Our group projects are designed to further your therapeutic process and supplement your individual journey. Come experience a place where you feel comfortable and welcomed. This group meets weekly at our office on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. Email us for more information.
2nd wed and 4th Monday each month 6-7 PM in person and online. Come experience dance/movement therapy and drama therapy. Angela uses movement, gestures to help people connect in relationships, process emotions and trauma, and explore the mind-body connection. Interactive expressive art therapy techniques will be presented each group that are fun, provide education and will offer personal therapy work. Each group is independent of the others. Open to all, no experience necessary. Hope to see you there. Call to register 336 698-6723
Hosted by Angela Wiley Dance Therapy & Drama Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, RDTBCT, BC-DMT
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
2nd wed and 4th Monday each month 6-7 PM in person and online. Come experience dance/movement therapy and drama therapy. Angela uses movement, gestures to help people connect in relationships, process emotions and trauma, and explore the mind-body connection. Interactive expressive art therapy techniques will be presented each group that are fun, provide education and will offer personal therapy work. Each group is independent of the others. Open to all, no experience necessary. Hope to see you there. Call to register 336 698-6723
This is a support group offered to individuals coping with miscarriage, recurrent loss, TFMR, stillbirth and infant loss. Group will begin in March 2026. Please reach out for more information.
This is a support group offered to individuals coping with miscarriage, recurrent loss, TFMR, stillbirth and infant loss. Group will begin in March 2026. Please reach out for more information.
Stay and Play in Western NC with your spouse. Activities are selected to be in conjunction with infused tips and treats for healthy bonding. Make your adventure sync with your desires to keep a healthy loving union. 3.5 days and 3 nights, all inclusive with Concierge service provided by cofounders of Domestic Appeal, and a customized itinerary . Pick up @ Asheville airport & return. Only 2 couples at a time. Stay & Play, your way! $2800.00.
Hosted by Deanne M Ackley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW, CSW, EEG, IFS
Group meets in Marion, NC 28752
Stay and Play in Western NC with your spouse. Activities are selected to be in conjunction with infused tips and treats for healthy bonding. Make your adventure sync with your desires to keep a healthy loving union. 3.5 days and 3 nights, all inclusive with Concierge service provided by cofounders of Domestic Appeal, and a customized itinerary . Pick up @ Asheville airport & return. Only 2 couples at a time. Stay & Play, your way! $2800.00.
This group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 6-7pm. Ages 10-17 welcome! Email hello@bbalancedcounseling.com / call 336-607-5822 to sign up.
This group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 6-7pm. Ages 10-17 welcome! Email hello@bbalancedcounseling.com / call 336-607-5822 to sign up.
This 6-week group supports teens (ages 15–17) in building confidence, managing anxiety, and improving emotional regulation through nature-based and creative experiences. Participants will engage in hands-on gardening and art activities while learning practical coping skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. This group is ideal for teens who may struggle with stress, self-esteem, or expressing their emotions. Topics Covered: Anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, self-esteem, social skills Session Details: Total Fee $300.00. The group starts May 16th, Saturdays 1:00–2:00 PM, Greensboro, NC, 6 weeks.
This 6-week group supports teens (ages 15–17) in building confidence, managing anxiety, and improving emotional regulation through nature-based and creative experiences. Participants will engage in hands-on gardening and art activities while learning practical coping skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. This group is ideal for teens who may struggle with stress, self-esteem, or expressing their emotions. Topics Covered: Anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, self-esteem, social skills Session Details: Total Fee $300.00. The group starts May 16th, Saturdays 1:00–2:00 PM, Greensboro, NC, 6 weeks.
This group meets the second Tuesday of every month from 6-7pm. Ages 5-10 welcome! Email hello@bbalancedcounseling.com / call 336-607-5822 to sign up.
This group meets the second Tuesday of every month from 6-7pm. Ages 5-10 welcome! Email hello@bbalancedcounseling.com / call 336-607-5822 to sign up.
This won’t be a traditional book club. Instead of simply reading a book about art and creativity, we’ll meet once a month to actually do a project from the chosen book. We meet on the last Monday of the month, from 4-6pm. Bring your chosen art or craft book and the supplies you need to complete your project of choice. (The optional book for February is “Creative Abstract Mixed Media” by Kate Rebecca Leach.) www.mountaincreativearts.com/events
Hosted by Kara Ashley-Gilmore
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, ATR-BC, SEP
Group meets in Hendersonville, NC 28791
My Approach Includes: Art Therapy (Using the creative process to explore emotions and build self-efficacy
This won’t be a traditional book club. Instead of simply reading a book about art and creativity, we’ll meet once a month to actually do a project from the chosen book. We meet on the last Monday of the month, from 4-6pm. Bring your chosen art or craft book and the supplies you need to complete your project of choice. (The optional book for February is “Creative Abstract Mixed Media” by Kate Rebecca Leach.) www.mountaincreativearts.com/events
This group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 6-7pm. Ages 18 -100 yrs welcome! Email hello@bbalancedcounseling.com / call 336-607-5822 to sign up.
This group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 6-7pm. Ages 18 -100 yrs welcome! Email hello@bbalancedcounseling.com / call 336-607-5822 to sign up.
This is a one day workshop: 3/28/26. Join us for "Sacred Rage," a workshop that offers the opportunity to tap into your anger using art while staying grounded and connected to your body. We’ll explore your rage, what silences it, and what it needs to move forward. What to expect: Mindfulness practices and intuitive painting; Self-expression through lines, colors, and shapes; A guided poetry exercise to transform images into written form. Ready to uncover the message your anger needs you to hear? Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/3hmxnwvh
Hosted by Kara Ashley-Gilmore
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, ATR-BC, SEP
Group meets in Hendersonville, NC 28791
My Approach Includes: Art Therapy (Using the creative process to explore emotions and build self-efficacy
This is a one day workshop: 3/28/26. Join us for "Sacred Rage," a workshop that offers the opportunity to tap into your anger using art while staying grounded and connected to your body. We’ll explore your rage, what silences it, and what it needs to move forward. What to expect: Mindfulness practices and intuitive painting; Self-expression through lines, colors, and shapes; A guided poetry exercise to transform images into written form. Ready to uncover the message your anger needs you to hear? Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/3hmxnwvh
1st Monday and 3rd wed each month 6-7 PM. Open to all ages and family groups encouraged. Attendees will use theater games to interact with peers, learn, and enhance critical social skills, practice sharing, turn taking, develop creativity, increase impulse control and practice working as a team. Come use dance and drama to have FUN with us! call to register 336 698-6723.
Hosted by Angela Wiley Dance Therapy & Drama Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, RDTBCT, BC-DMT
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
1st Monday and 3rd wed each month 6-7 PM. Open to all ages and family groups encouraged. Attendees will use theater games to interact with peers, learn, and enhance critical social skills, practice sharing, turn taking, develop creativity, increase impulse control and practice working as a team. Come use dance and drama to have FUN with us! call to register 336 698-6723.
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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.