Welcome to Art Therapy OC
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Welcome to Art Therapy OC
Follow FB & Insta @ArtTherapyOC
Art Therapy OC
Art is Therapy! Art is Expression! Art is Fun!
A art studio like no other! Where creative meaningful art & happy colorful memories are made through expressive, fun, mindful, therapeutic, beneficial art.
Art is Therapy! Art is Expression! Art is Fun!
“Some pursue happiness, others create it.”-Emerson.
- 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.
- We guide you in exploring the unique power of art & creative expression.
- Our sessions & various & frequent workshops can be beneficial for expressing feelings & healing , as well as emotional well-being through 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! Art is 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!
About Diana
- 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
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!
