This painting was created by Occupation Therapists at NYP/Columbia May 2020

Art Therapy

Groups & Events

Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, is an opportunity for people to discuss their thoughts, feelings and explore ideas about themselves. Through support of a licensed professional and a safe and non-judgmental environment, individuals can develop insight and a deeper awareness of how they relate, interact and engage in the world around them.

Private sessions for individuals or sessions for companions/friends/family members are available in 50 or 75 minute increments.

Art therapy groups are currently offered on Monday evenings. Registration for Fall sessions will begin August 1st, 2026 . Sessions run 6 weeks , all (basic) art materials are provided. For more detailed information, please use the contact form to express interest or ask questions.

Current offerings:

Art Therapy, as defined by the American Art Therapy Association is “an integrative mental health and human services profession that enriches the lives of individuals, families, and communities through active art-making, creative process, applied psychological theory, and human experience within a psychotherapeutic relationship.”

Art therapy sessions are available as individual or group sessions and are 45-60 minutes.

For more information about the practice of art therapy :

https://arttherapy.org/about-art-therapy/

https://www.atcb.org/what-is-art-therapy/