Welcome to Art Therapy OC

Art is Therapy! Art is Expression! Art is Fun!

• You will LOVE it! 
• Sign up for our fun Creative Art Workshops, Individual, Family, pARTy, Special Groups, Private Events & more Art Time at our cool & Colorful enchanting Art Studio!  
• Something new & creative 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!  
• Art is FUN & everyone is a creative artist! 
• Join us for Art time, anytime, at our colorful, cheerful & inspiring art studio (see Photos for art action at our studio) where the possibilities of Art are endless! 
• We provide you with a variety of art mediums/tools, techniques & inspirational guidance.
• We have 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 Workshops).
• You will discover, at Art Therapy OC, that art-making can address the following areas in life & so much more: Creativity, Imagination, Self Exploration, Peer & Family Relations, Art as a coping skill/emotional regulation tool, Socialization/Communication, Developmental Skills, Creative Spirituality, Mindfulness/Meditation, Peace/Relaxation, Anxiety/Stress, Self-Care, Trauma/Grief, Team Building/Bonding, Self Esteem/Self Confidence. 
• We partner & collaborate with many local organizations 
• Some Art Activities We Offer include: 
  • Family Art Fun
  • Girls Day/Date Night/Family time
  • Creative Tea pARTy
  • Art of Food 
  • Meditative Art
  • Art through Music
  • Arts & Crafts 
  • Painting (Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor, Drawing, Coloring
  • Mixed Media
  • Pottery/Clay/Ceramics
  • Play with Art
  • Nature/Garden Art
  • Jewelry Making
  • Expressing, Exploring & Learning...where the Creative Possibilities are Endless at Art Therapy OC!                 
• There’s something for everyone! 
• Our GIFT CARDS make Cool Creative Gifts!
• See further information & we look forward to seeing you at our cheerful location in the heart of Newport Beach, CA. 
• Follow us on Facebook & Instagram @ArtTherapyOC

• Dr.Dee (Diana) 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, a true desire for helping individuals create 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 (See Photos) 
•  Extensive experience & knowledge in Art Therapy, Psychology & Business for over 17 years in working with all youth, families, & groups, within various populations & settings.
•  Newport Beach, OC native since 1986 & loves her hometown dearly.
• Strongly believes in living a healthy & fit lifestyle, loves nature, & has been practicing hot yoga for over 5 years.
• 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.
• Mentor to Youth
• Enjoys doing Art as Therapy with large Groups, such as Alzheimer/Dementia population, rehabilitation centers, retirement homes, Schools, Health Wellness Clinics, & 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 where we'll tailor the Art experience especially for YOU!
• Gift Cards & see Package Discount Deals 
• Our Awesome, unique, & frequent therapeutic Art Workshops have something for everyone, & we often collaborate with local artists in the community, for better living.
• Materials &Light Refreshments included in Art Sessions & Workshops. 
• $35/pp-Individual private hour session.
• $45 Pp/Individual Private 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 : Element Home/Charter School Student Services, Nursing homes, Alzheimer’s/Dementia facilities, & Rehab/Wellness centers, Girls Scouts/Daisy Badge fulfillment requirements & much more.
• Some Art Activities Include: 
  • Family Art Fun
  • Girls Day/Date Night
  • Creative Tea pARTy
  • Art & Yoga
  • Art of Food
  • Gift/Card Making
  • Meditative Art (Mosaic/Mandala/Journal)
  • Art through Music
  • Guided Imagery
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Painting (Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor), Drawing, Coloring, 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!