Children often communicate their feelings best through play and creativity.
Art & Play Therapy gives children a safe and comfortable way to express what they may not be able to say out loud. Through activities like drawing, painting, building, and imaginative play, our trained therapists help children work through feelings, practice problem-solving, and build confidence. This gentle, creative approach can be especially helpful for children facing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges—allowing them to process experiences, learn new coping skills, and grow in a way that feels natural and supportive.
Would My Child Benefit?
Art & Play Therapy can help children who are experiencing:
Emotional Challenges
- Trouble expressing emotions like anger, sadness, or fear
- Anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem
- Challenges related to trauma, grief, or loss
Behavioral Challenges
- Difficulty adjusting to big life changes such as divorce, a move, or a new sibling
- Behavioral challenges at home or school
- Developmental delays that affect coping or self-control
Social Challenges
- Trouble making or keeping friends
- Social delays or difficulties that make verbal communication harder
If your child struggles to put their thoughts into words or seems “shut down” when talking about feelings, creative therapies can provide a safe, natural outlet for self-expression—helping them feel understood, supported, and empowered.
Signs Your Child May Be Struggling
Every child faces challenges, but if these signs persist or start to affect daily life, it may be time to seek extra support. You may want to seek extra support if you notice your child:
- Frequently has unexplained headaches, stomachaches, or other physical complaints
- Becomes unusually withdrawn or avoids activities they once enjoyed
- Has frequent outbursts or sudden mood changes
- Struggles to focus or follow directions
- Displays changes in sleeping or eating patterns
- Talks about feeling worthless, hopeless, or “not good enough”
- Shows fearfulness or clinginess beyond what’s typical for their age
FAQ
Art therapy uses creative expression to help individuals communicate feelings, process experiences, and develop coping skills. It is led by trained art therapists.
Play therapy uses toys, games, and creative activities to help children express themselves in ways that feel natural to them, making it easier to process emotions and challenges.
Children, teens, and adults can benefit, especially those dealing with trauma, anxiety, behavioral challenges, or difficulty expressing emotions.
Creative approaches bypass some of the barriers to verbal expression, allowing clients to process emotions and experiences safely.
Yes. Art and play therapy can be part of a larger treatment plan that includes talk therapy, family counseling, or other services.
Depending on the child’s needs, parents may be included in sessions or given strategies to support their child at home.
