A art studio like no other! Where creative happy memories are made through expressive, fun, mindful, therapeutic, beneficial art.  
Art is Therapy! Art is Expression! Art is Fun!

• You will LOVE it! 
• Sign up for our fun, mindful, unique, therapeutic & beneficial Creative Art Wellness Workshops, Book Individual/Family sessions, a personalized pARTy, Special Groups, Private Events & More!
• Our awesome studio is like no other! It’s so Cool, Spacious, Comfortable, Colorful, Inspirational, Enchanting, & Awesome! With beautiful hand painted & decorative vibrant happy murals by Diana “MissDee” (with special touches from our sweet visitors) & our cool creative community collage all covering the walls with love.
• Something new & creative with many art activities to choose from, for everyone to try & benefit from!
• We guide you in exploring the unique power of art & creative expression.   
• We will tailor the Art experience especially for YOU! 
• Have a awesome personalized creative pARTY, special Group or Event with us & our Creative Art Wellness Workshops are a great way to interact with others or with friends, family or a playdate!
• Art is FUN & everyone is a creative artist! 
• Join us for Art time, anytime, at our colorful, cheerful & inspiring art studio (see Photos for awesome art action & artwork made at our studio) where creative memories are made! 
• We provide you with a variety of art mediums/tools, techniques & inspirational guidance.
• We have extensive experience, positive energy & a real passion for introducing & guiding you through the enjoyable world of art, & its unlimited positive benefits 
• We often Feature various artist's & organizations, at our workshop events, who are also doing Great things in the community, for Better Living (see our Creative Wellness Art Workshops).
• You will discover, at Art Therapy OC, that art-making can address the following areas in life & so much more: Creativity, imagination, inspiration, healing, self-care, Self exploration, peer & family relations with bonding/team-building,self-regulation,  a coping mechanism/skill aiding in emotional regulation & management, a tool for expression, skill-development, self-confidence/self-esteem, a sense of accomplishment,  socialization, communication, developmental skills, creative spirituality, mindfulness, meditation, peace, relaxation & so much more! 
• We partner & collaborate with many local therapists, centers & organizations 
•  The  possibilities are Endless at Art Therapy OC!                 
• There’s something for everyone! 
• We help you explore the world of art & find Positive ways to Express yourself creatively using art as a tool/outlet/coping mechanism for healthy expression which can be utilized in your every day life. A holistic alternative to talk therapy (we do not provide psychotherapy).
• Diana & MrSnickers look forward to seeing you soon at our cheerful location in the heart of Newport Beach, CA. 
• See further information below including photos of our recent & numerous new & magazine publications within & by our beloved OC community... 
• Follow us on Facebook & Instagram @ArtTherapyOC
• Open daily. Advanced scheduling required.
• See our Creative Wellness Art Workshops below...
• Our Gift Cards make cool creative gifts!

• Diana Shabtai “Miss.Dee” created Art Therapy OC in 2012, as a special FUN, cheerful, encouraging, & inspirational place for you to explore the enjoyable world of Art, it's endless creative possibilities, & unlimited therapeutic benefits for healthy better-living! 
• Education: BA in Business Communications, Chapman University, Orange , CA. MA Degree in Clinical Art Therapy, Long Island University, NY.  Academy of Art, San Francisco, CA. MA Degree & Doctorate Degree (PsyD) in MFT (Marriage & Family Therapy) California School of Professional Psychology, Irvine, CA. 
• Board Certified Art Therapist
• Strong lifetime passion for  therapeutic Arts, along with, positive energy, encouragement  & a true desire for helping individuals explore & create beneficial art of their very own.
• A passionate advocate for bringing awareness to the therapeutic benefits of the Arts! 
• An eclectic artist, with frequent OC community gallery showings
• Creating art daily since her toddler years.
•  Extensive experience & knowledge in Art Therapy, Psychology & Business for over 17 years in working with all ages, families, groups, & within various populations & settings.
• Amazing & experienced at running large groups, events, workshops, pARTies of all ages!
•  Newport Beach, OC native since 1986 & loves her hometown dearly.
• Believes in living a healthy lifestyle, which includes being in nature often & creating art daily.
• Her personality is friendly, fun, energetic, kind, positive, thoughtful, patient & caring.
• Youth, & adults alike, bring her SO much joy & they really seem to enjoy being around & creating art at her awesome studio! 
• She LOVES color! 
• Frequent volunteer art instructor for various populations & organizations in OC such as various Clinics, Hospitals (their patients & families), Home School organizations, Girl Scouts , Wellness centers, Alzheimers/Dementia groups & More. 
• Mentor to Youth
• Enjoys doing Art as Therapy with large Groups, such as Youth (of all ages), Alzheimer/Dementia population,  rehabilitation centers, retirement homes, Schools, Hospitals & Health Wellness Clinics, Corporate Wellness,  &much more.
• She Loves helping others, supporting, bringing together, & giving back to the Community!
• Enjoys guiding & encouraging individuals to create their own beneficial therapeutic Fun art!
•  Diana & her sweet, adorable, loving art dog, Mr.Snickers look forward to creating fun therapeutic art with you & yours soon!
  

Art Sessions, Workshops, pARTy, Private Group/Events, Gift Cards

• Sign up for Creative Wellness Art Workshops & Book Art Time, Anytime (sessions, special groups, private events & more) where we'll tailor the Art experience especially for YOU!
• Gift Cards Available
• Our Awesome, unique, & frequent therapeutic Workshops have something for everyone, & we often collaborate with local artists in the community, for better living.
• Materials &Light Refreshments included in sessions & workshops.
• $35/pp-Individual private hour session.
• $45 Pp/Individual Private 90min Session
• $35/pp/90 min-Workshops, pARTy, Group sessions, Events
• Inquire  about scheduling  your session, special private event, & more.
• We partner with and provide services for a large variety of facilities/organizations in OC. 
• Some Art Activities (for all ages) Include:::

 (See photos below & on our social media pages for examples)

• Creative personalized pARTy
• Home School
• Family Fun Art time
• Corporate Wellness & other groups
• Girls Day/Ladies Night
• Art Journals
• Art & Yoga
• Art of Food
• Gift/Card Making
• Meditative Art (Mosaic/Mandala/Journal)
• Art through Music & Interactive Art.
• Guided Imagery
• Arts & Crafts
• Painting (Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor), Drawing, Coloring, pencil, pastel, chalk, etc.
• Mixed Media
• Pottery/Clay/Ceramics
• Play with Art
• Nature/Garden Art
• Jewelry Making
• Exploring, Expressing,  Learning...where the creative Possibilities are endless at Art Therapy OC!