You don’t need to be good at art to benefit from art therapy, just open to trying something different. Art therapy helps you see what’s been hard to put into words. Whether it’s through drawing, painting, writing, or something else, it gives you another way to process emotions, find clarity, and move forward.
At Lenora, you’re in control of how art fits into your sessions.
Use it when you need it, skip it when you don’t. Sometimes it’s just a small part of a session, and other times you might work on something between sessions and bring it in when you're ready.
Art Therapy for Anxiety, Trauma, and Self-Doubt
Art therapy can be especially helpful when you’ve tried to talk your way through anxiety or trauma, but something still feels stuck. Many clients come to Lenora after years of overthinking, people-pleasing, or dealing with waves of emotional overwhelm. Through guided art-making, we slow things down and work with the part of you that holds the stress, fear, or shame. Whether you're dealing with panic, emotional dysregulation, or painful past experiences, art therapy can give you a way to access and process those feelings more safely. You don’t have to find the right words before starting.
What Is Art Therapy and How Does It Work?
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Start with a Conversation
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Get a Creative Prompt (If You Want One)
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Make Art, or Don’t
We’ll check in about what’s on your mind: stress, big decisions, emotions that feel stuck, or whatever’s coming up.
Based on what we talk about, I’ll offer an art-based prompt to help you explore things differently.
You can draw, paint, collage, or even use digital tools. If that’s not your thing, we can stick to talking. There’s no pressure.
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Look at What Comes Up
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Find Ways to Apply It
We’ll explore any thoughts, emotions, or patterns that emerge. No judgment, just insight.
We’ll talk about what you can take from the session and use in your daily life.
What Makes Art Therapy Different
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You don’t have to talk the whole time.
We’ll check in about what’s on your mind: stress, big decisions, emotions that feel stuck, or whatever’s coming up.
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It’s not about being good at art.
Based on what we talk about, I’ll offer an art-based prompt to help you explore things differently.
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It helps when words fall short.
You can draw, paint, collage, or even use digital tools. If that’s not your thing, we can stick to talking. There’s no pressure.
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It can uncover patterns you didn’t see before.
We’ll explore any thoughts, emotions, or patterns that emerge. No judgment, just insight.
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You can look back and see how far you’ve come.
We’ll talk about what you can take from the session and use in your daily life.
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You get to decide how much art is involved.
Use it every session, sometimes, or just between sessions. Whatever works for you.
Who Art Therapy Helps in NYC & Beyond
Virtual art therapy is available for teens, college students, and adults across NYC and New York State. You might be navigating academic pressure, burnout, identity stress, or the effects of a toxic relationship. Maybe you’re doing all the right things but still feel disconnected or exhausted. Art therapy can help if you're neurodivergent, recovering from childhood trauma, or simply overwhelmed by the weight of responsibilities. You don’t have to be “in crisis” to benefit—it’s for anyone ready to understand themselves more deeply and feel more grounded.
Virtual Art Therapy in New York
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Accessible & Convenient
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A Different Way to Process Emotions
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A Supportive Space to Heal & Grow
Sessions take place online, so you can explore therapy from the comfort of your own space.
Some things are hard to put into words, and that’s where art can help.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, self-doubt, or life transitions, therapy helps you make sense of what you’re feeling and find ways to move forward.
Is Art Therapy Right for You?
If traditional therapy hasn’t helped you get to the root of what’s going on, or if you feel like you’re going in circles, art therapy might be a better fit. You don’t need to be artistic. You just need to be open to trying something new. Art therapy offers a different kind of insight by combining conversation with visual processing, so you’re not relying on words alone. Whether you’re struggling with chronic stress, shame, or emotional shutdown, this work can help you reconnect with your body, your voice, and your sense of self—at your own pace.
Ready to See Things Differently?
Whether you’re looking for a new way to process emotions, gain clarity, or track your progress over time, art therapy offers space to explore without pressure. Together, we can find what works for you. Book a consultation today.
Not sure if Art Therapy is right for you? Explore [EMDR therapy] or [book a consultation].