Art therapy is therapeutic for people of all ages, individuals, couples, families, groups, and communities. It is particularly beneficial to those who experience illness, loss, trauma, or challenges in living, and by those who seek personal development. Through creating art and reflecting on the art products and processes, people can increase awareness of self, others, cope with symptoms, stress, traumatic experiences; enhance cognitive abilities; and enjoy the life-affirming pleasures of making art.

Art therapy isn’t an art lesson—it is a process by which art is combined with the knowledge of psychology; human behavior and development; and counseling techniques.

Additionally, art therapy works well remotely.