Art Therapy - Portum Behevioral Health

Art therapy offers a creative path to healing, helping you express emotions that may be hard to put into words. Through creativity, you can uncover strength, build resilience, and find hope as you move toward a healthier, more fulfilling…

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Compassionate care tailored for teens and young adults to build resilience and lasting well-being.

Art therapy provides a safe, non-verbal way for teens aged 14 to 17 to process emotions, develop self-awareness, and relieve stress. Through drawing, painting, sculpting, and other creative activities, adolescents can express complex feelings that may be hard to put into words. This therapeutic approach is especially helpful for those dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or self-esteem issues, offering them a constructive outlet for self-expression and emotional healing. Art therapy helps teens explore their inner world, develop coping skills, and gain confidence in their unique abilities and perspectives.

What Our Art Therapy Program Offers

Our art therapy program includes a variety of creative exercises and activities designed to help teens connect with their emotions and foster personal growth:

Guided Creative Expression
Teens are encouraged to explore various art forms, including painting, drawing, and sculpting, to express their emotions. Our therapists provide gentle guidance, allowing each teen the freedom to create in their own way.

Personalized Art Projects
Art therapy sessions often include specific projects tailored to each teen’s emotional and therapeutic needs, helping them focus on personal themes like self-discovery, resilience, or healing.

Symbolic Exploration
Teens learn to use symbols and imagery to represent their emotions, memories, and experiences. This approach allows them to process complex feelings without the need for words, making it especially useful for those who may struggle with verbal expression.

Self-Reflection and Insight
Our therapists help teens reflect on the meaning behind their creations, fostering self-awareness and helping them gain insights into their thoughts and feelings in a non-judgmental space.

Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques
Art therapy incorporates mindfulness practices that help teens focus on the present moment, reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of calm as they engage in creative activities.

At Portum Behavioral Health, our art therapy program empowers teens to use creativity as a tool for self-expression and emotional healing. By providing a safe, supportive space to explore their inner world, we help adolescents build confidence, resilience, and a greater sense of self-worth. If you’d like to learn more about our Art Therapy program and how it can support your teen, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Art therapy aims to help teens express and process emotions, develop self-awareness, and relieve stress through creative activities. It provides a non-verbal outlet for emotional healing and self-discovery.

Sessions typically last between 45 to 60 minutes, depending on each teen’s needs. We tailor the session length to create a comfortable, supportive environment for creative expression.

No artistic experience is necessary. Art therapy focuses on expression, not skill, and all teens are encouraged to create without judgment or pressure to “perform.”

Art therapy may include painting, drawing, sculpting, and other creative exercises. Each activity is chosen to support emotional expression and growth in a way that feels natural and meaningful to the teen.

Families can support by encouraging teens to share their creative journey and celebrating their progress without focusing on the finished product. We’re here to guide families on how to best support their teens’ healing process.

Yes, art therapy complements other therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), providing a well-rounded treatment plan tailored to each teen’s unique needs.

Reach out by filling out our online form for a private conversation with one of our caring treatment specialists. We’re here to help you explore your options and begin your journey to recovery.

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