At Orlando Treatment Solutions, we think that mind, body and spirit constitute true recovery and that the deepest of revelations is often not made out of speaking but rather of speaking. Our Art Therapy program is an active, evidence-based way for people who want to recover after addiction or trauma or stress in their daily life.
What is Art Therapy?
Art therapy is an art and psychotherapeutic process. It allows you to experiment with feelings and understand yourself in the inner world, even when you have not considered yourself an artistic person, it can be painting, sculpting, sand art, collage work or other media. Research has shown that when an individual develops art, it creates a similar response as using a substance by releasing dopamine, and this action is considered a less harmful path toward mood alteration and emotional control.
Our licensed therapists at the Orlando Treatment Solutions will lead you through the structured but flexible session of art therapy, whether in individual form or small group therapy. Prior experience is not required; only an open mind is needed.
Why Choose Art Therapy?
The following are only some of the advantages you will find with our program:
- Emotional discovery – Art therapy provides you with a different method of recognizing and expressing emotions that can be challenging to articulate.
- Stress management – The creative work also enables you to focus away from triggers and stress so that you are at peace and calm down.
- Self-esteem and confidence – Creating works of art will create a concrete experience of success and strengthen self-worth.
- Healthy coping skills – You start to employ creativity to act as a positive outlet of emotions instead of going back to old ways.
- Improved communication and identity – It is through art that you get to discover yourself, to rediscover yourself and to express yourself in a non-verbal way that your words probably cannot explain.
How It Works at Orlando Treatment Solutions
We create an art therapy process as a part of the comprehensive treatment plan, depending on your needs. Here’s how we structure it:
Assessment and Planning -
It will start with the evaluation of your history, experience and therapeutic objectives and how art therapy will be incorporated in your treatment.
Selection of Medium -
Selecting between painting and pottery, mixed media, and online designing, among others, is entirely up to you.
Therapeutic Sessions -
Therapy under the guidance of licensed art therapists in a positive atmosphere. It has time to think together in groups and individually.
Integration and Application -
We assist in enabling you to link your artwork and your recovery, investigate hidden feelings and develop coping mechanisms that you can further use after treatment.
Continued Support -
After you finish our program, your artwork will serve as a reminder of your recovery experience and a means to remember your state of mind and mental well-being.
Who Can Benefit?
There are many individuals who can cope with the help of art therapy.
- Substance use and addiction
- Trauma, anxiety, depression
- Grief and loss
- Stress management
- Change of life and self-discovery.
Art therapy is a powerful complement to traditional approaches to therapy, no matter whether you are still at the beginning of your recovery process or you simply need to improve your emotional state more than the conventional methods.
Why Orlando Treatment Solutions?
- Experienced, qualified art therapists that will perform as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- One-on-one approaches, which involve art therapies among others effective therapies.
- Re-established and positive atmosphere where freedom of expression would exist and not judging.
- It does not simply do, but seeks meaning, and finding strength and helps you to heal.
Desire to be healed through creativity?
Call Orlando Treatment Solutions and inquire how our Art Therapy program is going to benefit you in the coming years in your wellness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What if I’m not “good at art”?
No artistic skill is required. The value lies in expression and exploration—your therapist will guide you through techniques and help you interpret your work rather than focusing on technical perfection.
How often are art therapy sessions offered?
At Orlando Treatment Solutions, art therapy is offered multiple times weekly as part of your treatment plan. Frequency varies depending on your individual needs and therapeutic goals.
Will I just be painting or making crafts?
Not at all. While there’s creative work involved, each session is facilitated by a trained therapist who guides reflection, discussion and emotional processing. The art piece becomes the gateway to deeper insight.
Can art therapy replace talk therapy or other treatments?
No, art therapy is a complement, not a substitute. It works best when integrated into a broader therapeutic framework, including talk therapy, group work, relapse prevention and other evidence-based methods.
How can I continue using art therapy after I leave the center?
Your therapist will help you build a personal “creative toolkit” you can use at home—simple projects, sketches or reflections—to channel emotions, manage stress and support your long-term recovery.
