Group Psychotherapy
Expressive Therapy Groups
Art, music, drama, movement, writing, or play—offer powerful benefits beyond talk therapy by accessing hard-to-name emotions and supporting nervous-system regulation through multisensory activities. Participants gain social connection, mirroring, and validation that reduces isolation while building communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills. Creative work fosters agency, self-efficacy, and the integration of emotion with insight.
Pen, Paper, Process
A narrative therapy group that uses creative writing to explore and heal emotional conflicts like trauma, grief, and anxiety, offering a safe space for diverse personal stories.
Narrative therapy through words and self-expression. Come to understand how emotions, actions, and problems shape the stories that we hold. Your story is welcome here. This is a:Â
- Safe space to process diverse narratives
- Way to heal life’s stuck-points and conflicts through creative writing
- Place to understand life conflicts like depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, hardship, heartbreak, and relationships
- Creative opportunity to bring closure to endings and pen new beginnings
Group Leaders: Ayushi Bansal, LPC and DeLante Fludd, LGPC
Offered through: Zoom
Contact DeLante for more information: dfludd@whitman-walker.orgÂ
Expressive Therapy
A safe, creative space for self-expression through art for teenagers, offering emotional processing and confidence-building in a supportive environment, with no artistic experience required.
Our Expressive Arts Drop-In Space is a safe, affirming environment for teenagers where you can express yourself through art, explore your identity, and connect with others who understand your journey. No artistic experience is needed—just come as you are! Whether you’re looking to process emotions, build confidence, or simply have fun with creative expression, this group offers support and understanding. All materials are provided, and everyone is encouraged to explore at their own pace. Come create, connect, and be yourself in a space that celebrates diversity and authenticity!
Group Facilitator: Sarah Lawson, LICSW
Offered at: MRC
Contact Sarah for more information: slawson@whitman-walker.org