OUR SUMMER 2025 PROGRAMS

“It felt like play, but I learned so much!" – Past Participant

Parents love that their kids are gaining real coping tools to handle stress, anxiety, and big emotions—and kids just love having fun! Through creative activities, each child will:

•  Feel more confident handling stress and challenges

• Learn fun ways to manage emotions and stay calm

• Develop social-emotional skills that will help them all year long

• Get to dance, paint, play, and laugh—because learning should be FUN!

This group is designed for children entering 2nd–3rd grade and 4th–5th grade who experience worries, big feelings, or challenges with emotional regulation. It’s perfect for kids who could benefit from learning fun, creative ways to handle stress, build confidence, and make social connections in a supportive environment.

Each session is filled with movement, art, music, and play-based activities that teach emotional regulation and coping skills. Kids will:

• Create expressive artwork (like their own "Worry Monster" or "Calm Box")

• Play movement games to understand their emotions

• Act out fun storytelling activities to practice problem-solving

• Learn simple breathing and mindfulness techniques

This group is a skills-based summer program that feels more like a creative workshop than therapy! While led by Masters-level expressive arts therapists, it’s designed as a fun, engaging way to help kids build confidence and coping tools—without feeling like a clinical setting.

Yes! At the end of each session, parents will receive a take-home tool so they can reinforce skills at home. During the final session, parents are invited in for a short creative showcase where kids share what they’ve learned!

That’s totally okay! Our facilitators are skilled in creating a warm, welcoming environment where kids feel comfortable participating at their own pace. There’s no pressure—just fun, engaging activities that naturally encourage self-expression.

You can register online through our website! Spaces are limited to 6 children per group, so be sure to reserve a spot early.

At The Artful Life, we know that every child is unique—and understanding their needs helps us create the most supportive, effective group experience possible.

That’s why all participants in our Cool, Calm, & Creative group will complete a pre-screening intake appointment before the group begins. This 1:1 session allows our facilitators to get to know your child—their strengths, challenges, and what helps them thrive—so we can tailor the group experience accordingly.

After the group ends, families will also be invited to a follow-up consultation to discuss your child’s participation, progress, and any recommendations moving forward. Both the intake and follow-up consult may be covered by your health insurance.

 Once your child is registered, a member of our team will contact you to schedule the intake appointment and guide you through the next steps.

 Please Note:

• If your child is not already a client at The Artful Life, we’ll provide you with a brief intake packet to complete for insurance billing purposes.

• While participation in this group provides valuable skills and support, it does not guarantee ongoing therapy services at our practice.

We’re so excited to welcome your child to a summer full of growth, creativity, and connection!