Creative Arts & Emotional Wellness
Helping youth heal, express, and grow through creativity, reflection, and community.
Why Creative Arts Matter
Art gives young people a voice — especially when emotions feel too big for words. Our Creative Arts Department blends emotional wellness, identity development, and faith‑based reflection to help youth feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Emotional Wellness
Creative Expression
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FOUR PILLARS
Community & Mentorship
Faith‑Based Reflection
FEATURED WORKSHOPS
1.
Healing Arts Workshops
Workshop Activity: Youth use painting, drawing, movement, and color‑based activities to express emotions.
Activity Objective: To help youth process feelings, build emotional vocabulary, and release stress through creative expression.
Youth Will Learn:
How to identify emotions through color and shape
How to express difficult feelings safely through art
How creativity supports emotional regulation
How to reflect on their artwork to understand their inner world
2.
Identity & Self‑Worth Projects
Workshop Activity: Youth create vision boards, self‑portraits, affirmation art, and identity‑based creative projects.
Activity Objective: To strengthen self‑esteem, personal identity, and confidence through guided creative exploration.
Youth Will Learn:
How to explore personal identity through creative choices
How to recognize strengths, values, and unique qualities
How to build self‑worth through affirmations and visual storytelling
How to celebrate individuality while respecting others’ identities
3.
Creative Writing & Poetry
Workshop Activity: Youth write poems, journal entries, short stories, and expressive reflections based on emotions and life experiences.
Activity Objective: To help youth develop emotional clarity, communication skills, and healthy outlets for self‑expression.
Youth Will Learn:
How to put emotions into words through guided prompts
How storytelling helps process experiences and build resilience
How to use poetry and metaphor to express complex feelings
How writing can support mental wellness and self‑reflection
4.
Faith‑Integrated Creative Sessions (Optional)
Workshop Activity: Youth engage in art, journaling, and reflection activities inspired by scripture, prayer, and spiritual themes of hope and purpose.
Activity Objective: To help youth connect creativity with spiritual grounding, emotional healing, and personal purpose.
Youth Will Learn:
How faith and creativity work together to support emotional wellness
How to reflect on scripture through art and journaling
How to express gratitude, hope, and purpose through creative practices
How spiritual reflection can build resilience and inner peace
Supporting Mental Health Through Creative Entry Points
We collaborate with counselors, youth ministries, and therapists to reduce stigma, open emotional conversations, and help youth feel safe seeking support.
BrightPath Youth Counseling Center
BrightPath Youth Counseling Center provides therapy for children ages 6–17, specializing in anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, and identity development. Their therapists use play therapy, expressive arts, and mindfulness to help youth feel safe and supported.
Rooted Kids Discipleship Collective
Rooted Kids Discipleship Collective serves families with children ages 4–14. They provide weekly Bible lessons, parent guides, scripture‑based emotional tools, and family devotion kits. Their mission is to help children grow spiritually, emotionally, and creatively.
- From It's About The Kids Inc.