The difference between Art Therapy and Art as Therapy lies in their purpose and structure. Art Therapy is facilitated by a credentialed Art Therapist and focuses on clinical goals, a therapeutic relationship, and a structured framework for emotional and creative support. An Art Therapist is trained to foster deeper insight, provide emotional safety, and adapt the creative process to meet each client’s individual needs.
In contrast, Art as Therapy is a more informal approach that emphasizes self-expression, exploration, and safe risk-taking. It invites participants to engage with art in a self-directed way, promoting reflection and personal growth.
Both approaches are valuable and provide meaningful opportunities for individuals to explore, express themselves, and experience the healing potential of creativity.
Art as Therapy Workshops invite teens and adults to explore creativity as a pathway to self-connection, self-awareness, and personal growth. Held in various community spaces, these workshops foster connection, creativity, and stress reduction through accessible, meaningful art experiences. Participants are encouraged to express themselves freely, build community, and discover how the creative process can nurture mindfulness, resilience, and overall well-being.
Example workshops include, but are not limited to:
Neurographic Art Workshops
Vision Board Workshops
Mandala Art Workshops
Mixed Media / Collage Workshops
Painting Workshops
Beauty of the Broken Bowl Workshop — Exploring the Practice of Kintsugi and Wabi Sabi
Grounding Boxes
Tree Drawing Workshops