Simple art activities can calm the mind, organize emotions, and support the work already happening in counseling. This video walks through a few gentle, art therapy–inspired exercises that children, teens, and adults can try at home using basic supplies like paper, pens, markers, and magazines.
Viewers will learn:
A “Color Breathing Page” to pair slow breathing with calming lines and color
A “Safe Place Drawing” to create a visual grounding tool for stressful moments
A “What I’m Carrying” exercise to map out worries, responsibilities, and emotional weight
These practices are designed to support therapy, not replace it. They can help with stress, anxiety, grief, and feeling emotionally “stuck,” mainly when used alongside regular counseling sessions.
For anyone in the Chicago area seeking more support using creative tools in therapy, licensed clinicians at River North Counseling Group LLC can help integrate art-informed approaches with evidence-based care.
📍 River North Counseling Group LLC
Chicago Office:
405 North Wabash Avenue
Suite 3209
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Office: 312.467.0000
🌐 https://www.rivernorthcounseling.com
👉 If these exercises sound helpful, reach out today to learn more or request an appointment with River North Counseling Group LLC. New and returning clients can use this video.
If you are in crisis or have thoughts of self-harm, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline right away. Do not wait for an appointment.
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