Express Yourself!
EXPRESS. CONNECT. CREATE.
Our Express Yourself! group provides art therapy for teens ages 13-18 in a non-judgmental and safe space to utilize the artistic process to increase their self-worth, build community, and process their unique experiences.
Living as a teenager can be difficult: managing school and friend stressors, navigating conflict with family, and healing from an ongoing global pandemic. Increased isolation, lack of connections with peers, and numerous transitions in schooling have made the past year more difficult than ever. Teens are in need of a safe, caring and open-minded space to explore their experiences with peers. That’s why we created a group dedicated to art therapy for teens.
Expressive Art Therapy is a way to allow teens to communicate difficult thoughts, experiences and feelings through different artistic modalities. This approach supports teens in navigating their experiences around self-esteem, social skills, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationships, to name a few.
This group aims to support teens in expressing internal thoughts through an external creative form. This mode of expression, coupled with the therapeutic space, provide a narration of experiences in a non-threatening way. The focus is on the process of creation, not the finished product. All artistic levels are encouraged to join!
Art therapy for teens has significant benefits to support many mental health challenges and life stressors.
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Self-discovery: acknowledging feelings that have been otherwise difficult to confront or recognize.
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Self-esteem: feelings of self-accomplishment which positively impact confidence and self-image.
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Emotional release: provides a healthy outlet for expressing and letting go of feelings and fears.
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Stress relief: fighting anxiety, depression or emotional trauma can provide ongoing stress relief and decrease unhealthy coping skills.
How does it work?
We require that you (the parent or guardian) and your teen attend an initial consultation session with one of our clinicians to get to know your teen and family, learn where support is needed and what your teen’s strengths are, develop clinical goals and expectations, and understand how we can best work to reach those goals in group therapy.
When you’re ready to get started, the process is easy.
As a new client, all you need to do is use our simple and secure Book Now option below. This feature allows you to browse through our team of clinicians, view their credentials, clinical focus, and availability, and select the provider who feels like the best fit for your needs. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, we’ve made it simple to get matched with someone who can help.
You can choose between two session lengths to suit your comfort and goals. A full session is 50 minutes and allows for deeper exploration and comprehensive support. A half session lasts 25 minutes and may be best for focused discussions or quick check-ins. Once you’ve selected your session type, you’ll also choose your preferred location. We proudly offer the flexibility of in-person appointments at our welcoming Danville office or virtual sessions through our secure, HIPAA-compliant online platform—ideal for busy schedules or remote accessibility.
Can our clinicians help?
Absolutely. We have a diverse and compassionate team of professionals with a wide range of specialties, life experiences, and licensure levels. Associate therapists work under the supervision of licensed clinicians, while licensed therapists provide care independently. Our clinic has experience supporting individuals ages 3 to 83, offering child therapy, teen counseling, adult individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. Each clinician brings empathy, expertise, and a client-centered approach to their work.
Emergency Services Disclaimer
Please note that our clinicians do not offer emergency or crisis intervention services for new clients. If you or your child are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Your safety is our top priority, and we want to ensure you receive the right care at the right time.
To see if Express Yourself! art therapy for teens is right for your child, schedule an intake session today.
You can inquire using the button below or call our office directly.
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