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Art Therapy OC
Art Therapy OC
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    (949) 791-2065

    Welcome to Art Therapy OC

    Welcome to Art Therapy OCWelcome to Art Therapy OCWelcome to Art Therapy OC

     Follow FB & Insta @ArtTherapyOC

    Join us for our wide variety of “Winter Wellness” Creative Healthcare Art Workshops to choose from for you & yours, & Much more!

    (949) 791-2065

    Welcome to Art Therapy OC

    Welcome to Art Therapy OCWelcome to Art Therapy OCWelcome to Art Therapy OC

     Follow FB & Insta @ArtTherapyOC

    Join us for our wide variety of “Winter Wellness” Creative Healthcare Art Workshops to choose from for you & yours, & Much more!

    Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @ArtTherapyOC

    Art Therapy OC

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

    Note: We use all necessary cleanly, health, & safety precautions, as well as Heppa air filters.

    Join MissDee at her Creative Therapeutic, Fun, Expressive, Inspiring, Cheerful Art Studio & Gallery, like no other! Where meaningful art & happy colorful creative memories are made through beautiful, mindful, beneficial, art in a unique way, guided by Awesome MissDee. Her wide variety of Winter Wellness workshops are meant to be chosen to do on your own, or with others & at the studio, off-site, or virtually.

    • OPEN DAILY by Appointment 
    • You will LOVE it! 
    • Sign up for our (wide variety to choose from) fun, mindful, unique, therapeutic & beneficial Creative Wellness Art Workshops, & Book: Individual/family sessions, a personalized pARTy, creative celebrations, corporate wellness, creative playdates, special groups, private events & Much More!
    • Check out MissDee’s Awesome, spacious, comfy, colorful, inspirational, cheerful, supportive Art Studio & Gallery like no other with her beautiful hand painted decorative vibrant uplifting murals covering the walls & her beautiful artwork,  & Dee our visitors special creative touches over the years on our “Cool Creative Community Collage” wall
    • 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. 
    • Reduce anxiety & stress & learn to cope creatively through art! 
    • We will tailor the Art experience especially for YOU! 
    • Have a awesome personalized pARTY, special Group or Event, creative meeting, corporate wellness & Dee MissDee’s wide variety of Creative Art Wellness Workshops , which are a great way to interact with others or with friends, family or a play date (in person or virtually) !
    • 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.
    • Diana has extensive experience, positive energy & a real passion for introducing & guiding you through the enjoyable world of art, & its unlimited positive benefits 
    • We often also Feature various artist's & organizations, at our workshop events, who are also doing Great things in the community, for Better Living.
    • 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 “MissDee” & 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!

    Find Out More!
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    About Diana “MissDee”

    • Diana Shabtai, Psy.D., ATR-BC  “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: 
    • Fine Arts major at Academy of Art, San Francisco, CA. 
    • BA in Business Communications, with minors in Organizational Communications & Gerontology, Chapman University, Orange , CA. 
    • MA Degree in Clinical Art Therapy, Long Island University, NY.  
    • ATR-BC, Board Certified Art Therapist
    • MA Degree in MFT (Marriage & Family Therapy), California School of Professional Psychology, Irvine, CA.
    • Doctorate Degree (Psy.D.) in MFT, California School of Professional Psychology, Irvine, CA.
    • Attended Newport Elementary School & Corona Del Mar High School. 
    • Fluent in the Spanish language. 
    • Strong lifetime passion for therapeutic Arts, along with, positive energy, encouragement  & a true desire for helping individuals, of all different populations, 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, such as retirement homes, Alzheimer’s & Dementia centers, Montessori Pre-school co-teacher, Psychiatric Children Centers, Frequent volunteer at non-profits & various organizations, Adult & youth Rehabilitation clinics, camps, Frequent volunteer & art instructor for various populations, such as Clinics, Hospitals (patients & families), local schools & universities, & home school organizations, Girl/boy Scouts, Wellness centers, corporate wellness, & much More. 
    • countless internships throughout her extensive studies over the years & so much more!
    • Amazing & experienced at running large groups, events, pARTy, workshops, & much more for all ages!
    • Newport Beach, OC native & loves her hometown & community 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! 
    • Mentor to Youth
    • She Loves helping others, supporting, bringing together, & giving back to the Community!
    • Enjoys guiding, educating, & encouraging individuals to create their own beneficial, self-care, therapeutic, Fun art!
    • Diana & her sweet, adorable, loving art therapy dog, Mr.Snickers look forward to creating fun therapeutic art with you & yours soon! 

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

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

    • Sign up for MissDee’s wide variety of Creative Wellness Art Workshops To choose from & 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!

    See Photos!

    Happy Creative Memories @ArtTherapyOC

    Contact & Information

    Contact us to Schedule Art Time, Anytime! OPEN DAILY BY APPOINTMENT 9am-6pm

    Diana@ArtTherapyOC.com  

    Instagram & FB @arttherapyoc

    Thank you kindly for scheduling Art Sessions (indv/group/family), Creative Wellness Art Workshops, personalized pARTy, special Groups/Events & More! Gift Cards Available. Cancellations at least 72 hrs in advance for full refund or credit. A non-refundable 40% dwnpmnt required to book/hold a date for a pARTy, Groups/Events.
    OPEN DAILY 9am-6pm by appointment/registration online.

    Art Therapy OC

    432 32nd St, Newport Beach, California 92663, United States

    Studio: (949) 791-2065 E-mail: Diana@ArtTherapyOC.com Follow us @ArtTherapyOC on Instagram & Facebook.

    Reviews&See Press Articles in photos&on Instagram&FB Pages

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    OPEN DAILY BY APPOINTMENT 9am-6pm.