
Pre-Teens & Teens (Ages 12+)

Helping Pre-Teens & Teens Express, Heal, and Grow Through Art Therapy
Supporting young minds through creativity, self-expression, and skill-building in a safe, supportive space.
Navigating adolescence can be challenging—big emotions, social pressures, and personal struggles can feel overwhelming. At Kindred Art Therapy, we help pre-teens and teens (ages 12+) use creative expression to process emotions, reduce stress, and develop healthy coping strategies.
Through guided art-making, we empower young people to gain insight, build resilience, and find their voice—without the pressure of traditional talk therapy.
Who We Help:
How Art Therapy Helps Pre-Teens & Teens:
Our therapy is best suited for neurodivergent and emotionally complex youth (ages 12+) who may be experiencing:
✔ Anxiety, overwhelm, or panic attacks
✔ School-related stress and perfectionism
✔ Social struggles and difficulty connecting with peers
✔ Emotional shutdowns, avoidance, or withdrawal
✔ Depression, low self-esteem, or self-doubt
✔ Life transitions (family changes, friendships, identity exploration)
✔ ADHD or autism-related challenges
🎨 Provides a non-verbal way to process emotions when talking feels too hard
🖌️ Helps reduce anxiety and stress through creative exploration
💡 Supports executive functioning skills like planning, flexibility, and organization
📖 Encourages identity exploration in a judgment-free space
🤝 Improves emotional awareness & self-expression
💬 Teaches healthy communication skills for relationships and family dynamics
Art therapy is not about being "good at art"—it's about using creativity to explore, express, and heal in ways that feel comfortable.
What to Expect in a Session:
Each session is tailored to your teen’s needs and interests, incorporating:
✔ Drawing, painting, or mixed media for self-expression
✔ Mindfulness-based creative exercises to ease anxiety
✔ Sensory-based art for emotional regulation
✔ Journaling, storytelling, and visual goal-setting
✔ A supportive, nonjudgmental space to process challenges
Our Approach:
At Kindred Art Therapy, we focus on:
✅ Strengths-based guidance – highlighting growth, resilience, and potential
✅ Collaboration – working with teens and their families for lasting change
✅ A judgment-free space – for authentic self-expression and support