Art Therapy
Art Therapy
Creating Space for Healing, One Brushstroke at a Time
At Doors of Hope, we know that healing doesn’t always come through words—especially for children and teens. Sometimes, healing begins with color, creativity, and the freedom to express feelings that are hard to say out loud.
Art therapy is a powerful tool that allows children, youth, and families to explore emotions, reduce stress, and build self-awareness through creative expression in a safe and supportive environment.
Art therapy uses painting, drawing, sculpting, collage, and other creative activities to help individuals express and process emotions. It’s not about being “good at art”—it’s about using art as a way to:
Communicate feelings and thoughts
Cope with anxiety, depression, or trauma
Build confidence and emotional resilience
Improve focus, behavior, and mood
Process grief, loss, or family changes
Strengthen identity and self-worth
In art therapy, creativity becomes a voice—a way for young people to be seen, heard, and understood.
How We Can Help
Our ADHD services are designed to meet children, youth, and families exactly where they are—without judgment, and with a deep commitment to care.
GROUP ART ACTIVITIES
for peer support and creative connection
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY SESSIONS
tailored to each child’s needs
TRAUMA-INFORMED APPROACHES
using art to gently process painful experiences
SENSORY-BASED ART
to help children regulate emotions and build focus
How We Use Art to Support Healing
Our trained art therapists work with each child or teen in a way that feels natural and supportive. We provide a safe, welcoming space where they can create freely and explore what’s on their heart and mind—without pressure or judgment.
Walking the Journey Together
Whether your child is feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or simply needs a new way to express themselves, art therapy can be a powerful first step.