FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Art Therapy

Why art therapy vs. talk therapy?

Art therapy is a form of therapy that uses creative expression—like drawing, painting, or sculpting—as a way to explore emotions, process experiences, and support healing. It’s especially helpful when words are hard to find.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, art therapy gives clients another language—the language of images, color, and movement—to express what’s going on inside.

What are your rates?

Phone Consult: Free!

Private session in studio: $130

Workshop: $175/hour

Additional costs:

• Intake meeting (first session) $60

• Outdoors session $100

• Online session $100

• Dyad session $80/person

• Check in (30 mins) $70

• Summary reports $80

• Mileage for workshops $0.59/

Can I use my extended health benefits?

Art therapy may be covered under “counselling” or “psychotherapy” depending on your insurance provider. I’m happy to provide receipts for reimbursement — please check with your provider about coverage for therapists with the RTC or RCAT designation.

What can art therapy help with?

• Anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem

• Trauma or big life changes

• Stress from school, sports, or family

• Emotional regulation or behavioral challenges

• Injury recovery or performance pressure (for athletes)

• more!

Do I need to be an artist?

Not at all! Many clients have no prior art experience. We use art as a tool to explore, express, and process thoughts and emotions in a safe, supported way.

What happens in a typical session?

Each session is shaped by your goals. We might talk, make art, or do both. You’ll be guided in creative processes like drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, or even movement — depending on what’s right for you. Some people like to work spontaneously and see what arises; then we may process the art together.