Art Therapy for College Students
“This is harder than I thought it would be.”
You judge yourself when you make a mistake. You try to do your work perfectly or get the highest grade. You hate parts of yourself and wish you were different. Your relationship with yourself isn’t great. Maybe you notice big emotional reactions in yourself and you feel like you can’t control yourself.
You might be struggling to make friends, find your purpose, navigate your relationship with your roommate, or manage stress. The college workload on top of that is a lot!
“Isn’t college supposed to be the best time of my life?”
Not always. The reality is that so many college students struggle! It’s often a time in life when you’re figuring out who you are and deciding on a direction for your future, which is a lot to juggle. While having fun, finding your people, and enjoying your independence can be a positive aspect of the college experience, it can also feel overwhelming.
You deserve to feel supported.
You deserve to have a space to fall apart, let your feelings out, and explore who you are with a person you can trust. While it may be scary to start the therapy process, it’s such a powerful choice to make at this stage of life. Why not take the next step forward in giving yourself the support you’re craving?
Why is art therapy right for college students?
Art therapy can help you process experiences, express emotions safely, and build self-compassion and acceptance. It is a great place to find your strengths, learn to speak up for yourself, and try new things. In art therapy, you’re welcome to be imperfect, be messy, and grow in your confidence. You don’t have to be an artist to benefit from art therapy! Anyone who is open to trying something new is more than welcome.