Groups & Workshops

Makers in Motion: Emotional Outlet & Processing Group for Youth
Oct
24

Makers in Motion: Emotional Outlet & Processing Group for Youth

This is an emotional processing group for youth of all ages. Group members will learn how to communicate and work through difficult emotions through a combination of somatic movement, music therapy techniques, and expressive art. If your young one is energetic, creative, and could use a playful emotional outlet, this group would be a unique, enjoyable and beneficial opportunity!

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Emotional Wellness Blueprint (Men's Group)
Nov
8

Emotional Wellness Blueprint (Men's Group)

Feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or numb? Can’t remember the last time you just checked in with yourself Sometimes we get so caught up in the busyness of life that we forget how to just be.

This men’s group, facilitated by Jody Greene, LISW-CP, offers guided activities, time for reflection, and take-home tools to support your ongoing wellness journey. 

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Finding Gratitude: Poetry & Collage Art Therapy Workshop
Nov
11

Finding Gratitude: Poetry & Collage Art Therapy Workshop

Join us for a soulful creative experience dedicated to gratitude. Through guided meditation, journaling, found word poetry, and mixed-media collage, you’ll transform words that speak to your heart into a meaningful visual artwork. No art or writing experience needed—just curiosity and an open spirit. All materials provided. Come unwind, connect, and leave with a tangible reminder of the abundance in your life.

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Emotional Wellness Blueprint (Women's Group)
Nov
15

Emotional Wellness Blueprint (Women's Group)

Feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or numb? Can’t remember the last time you just checked in with yourself Sometimes we get so caught up in the busyness of life that we forget how to just be.

This women’s group, facilitated by Jody Greene, LISW-CP, offers guided activities, time for reflection, and take-home tools to support your ongoing wellness journey. 

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Nature Mandala: Art Therapy Workshop
Oct
19

Nature Mandala: Art Therapy Workshop

In this immersive 3-hour art therapy workshop, we’ll begin with a guided meditation on the turning of the seasons—an invitation to honor cycles of change, growth, and release. Then we’ll take a short, mindful walk outdoors to gather natural materials—fallen leaves, seeds, petals, twigs—gifts from the world around us. Back in the studio, you’ll create a personal mandala on a wooden plaque, arranging found and dried botanicals into a design that reflects your inner landscape.

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Finish What You Start (Youth Art Therapy Workshop)
Oct
17

Finish What You Start (Youth Art Therapy Workshop)

Finish What You Start: The Art of Follow-Through is a creative skills-building group for youth who tend to procrastinate, get bored easily, or leave projects unfinished. Blending behavioral strategies with expressive art therapy, this group helps kids discover the joy of completing what they start while building confidence, motivation, and resilience. Participants are invited to bring an unfinished piece of art to explore the challenges and rewards of follow-through in a fun, collaborative way.

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Make Bad Art for a Good Time - Art Therapy Workshop for Adults
Oct
13

Make Bad Art for a Good Time - Art Therapy Workshop for Adults

Art Therapist Courtney Chandler is offering this 90-minute joy-fueled art therapy workshop for anyone craving playful, messy, judgment-free creativity. No art experience needed—just a willingness to let go, get spontaneous, and have fun. There will be laughter, music, and creative PLAY. This isn’t about skill or making something “pretty.” It’s about reconnecting with your creative spark and the pure joy of making just because.

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Brush with the Void: A Process Painting Workshop for World Weariness
Sep
27

Brush with the Void: A Process Painting Workshop for World Weariness

Join us for 3-hour ‘process painting’ experience where you’ll have a sacred creative space to manage world weariness through expressive mark-making, color, and intuition—on giant 4-foot canvases. This isn’t about painting something pretty. It’s about giving form to the formless, finding meaning in the mess, and creating space for whatever needs to be felt. $110, all supplies included.

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FREE Open-Studio Art Therapy
Sep
26

FREE Open-Studio Art Therapy

HeARTS for Hope Therapy is pleased offer you this open-studio art therapy group!

You’ll learn about the benefits of the expressive arts to support your mental health and wellness, and participate in therapeutic art processes in this community-based setting.

No art experience necessary. We hope to see you there! Space limited, please reserve your spot.

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The Weight of the World: Emotional Processing Youth Art Therapy Group
Sep
13

The Weight of the World: Emotional Processing Youth Art Therapy Group

The news can feel unbearably heavy, especially for young people who are carrying the “weight of the world” on their shoulders.

This special art therapy and emotional processing group is being offered as a crisis response support space—a safe place to gather with peers, express feelings through art, and find healthy ways to process fear, sadness, and overwhelm.

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The Resiliency Reset: Build Your Capacity to Cope & Thrive (4 week group series)
Sep
12
to Oct 3

The Resiliency Reset: Build Your Capacity to Cope & Thrive (4 week group series)

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or worn down by life’s stressors? Life throws a lot at us—but you don’t have to break under the weight. Emotional resilience is a skill you can strengthen, and The Resiliency Reset is your guided space to do just that. This 4-week interactive group is more than just support—it’s a weekly resilience workout for your mind and heart. You’ll learn tools, practice strategies, and connect with others on a similar path. Come get rooted in your Self—stronger, steadier, and more grounded with each session.

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“I Am” - FREE Youth Art Therapy Group (ages 6-12)
Aug
9
to Aug 10

“I Am” - FREE Youth Art Therapy Group (ages 6-12)

Free Art Therapy Group (ages 6-12): This “I Am” weekend art and nature-based imaginarium is designed to help youth build perseverance, confidence, and creativity through hands-on activities in a supportive environment. Your child will explore their inner strength through expressive art, connection with nature, storytelling, and collaborative play.

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First Friday Yoga (Free!)
Aug
1

First Friday Yoga (Free!)

Head out to Good Art Co. in downtown Greenville, SC for a FREE all-levels community yoga class, led by art therapist and trauma-informed yoga teacher, Courtney Chandler.

Stick around for a beverage, chill in the artist lounge, and check out some amazing art and artist studios!

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“I Am” - FREE Teen Art Therapy Group (ages 13-17)
Jul
26
to Jul 27

“I Am” - FREE Teen Art Therapy Group (ages 13-17)

Free Art Therapy Group (Ages 13-17): This “I Am” weekend art and nature-based imaginarium is designed to help teens build perseverance, confidence, and creativity through hands-on activities in a supportive environment. Teens will explore their inner strength through expressive art, connection with nature, storytelling, and collaborative play.

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Trust the Process, Trust the Journey: A Labyrinth Art Therapy Workshop
Jun
22

Trust the Process, Trust the Journey: A Labyrinth Art Therapy Workshop

Join art therapist Courtney Chandler for this interactive art therapy workshop where you'll take your own journey into the labyrinth—a tactile tool for meditation, contemplation, somatic awareness, and mindfulness. You’ll learn and explore the concepts of the labyrinth archetype and how it is a framework for reflecting on your life’s journey. You’ll create your very own handheld labyrinth using mixed-media art materials.

This workshop will also guide you through several insight-oriented practices that integrate expressive arts, somatic therapy, journaling, and discussion. Join us for this exploration of the labyrinth and enhance your own personal growth, and spiritual connection, and develop a new tool for self-inquiry.

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Lighthouse for Hope: A ‘Paint & Meditate’ Workshop
Jun
16

Lighthouse for Hope: A ‘Paint & Meditate’ Workshop

Join us for an evening of relaxation and creativity, where art meets mindfulness. Experience the joy of painting while connecting with your inner peace while exploring aspects of your personal direction, inner light, and inner guide in relation to the metaphor of a lighthouse. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned artist, this expressive arts therapy workshop is perfect for anyone looking to relax, recharge, and express themselves through art.

2 hours, $40, all supplies included.

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First Friday Yoga (Free!)
Jun
6

First Friday Yoga (Free!)

Head out to Good Art Co. in downtown Greenville, SC for a FREE all-levels community yoga class, led by art therapist and trauma-informed yoga teacher, Courtney Chandler.

Stick around for a beverage, chill in the artist lounge, and check out some amazing art and artist studios!

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Beauty in the Broken: Kintsugi Workshop
May
18

Beauty in the Broken: Kintsugi Workshop

Kintsugi is a Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics using gold that serves as a metaphor to highlight the beauty that exists within imperfections.

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the art of kintsugi and have an opportunity to transform the imperfect — what appears broken and damaged — to a beautiful work of art, and have opportunity for self-reflection through guided meditation and journaling prompts to accompany your creative process.

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Introduction to Somatic Therapy: Embodied Healing for Nervous System Regulation
Apr
27

Introduction to Somatic Therapy: Embodied Healing for Nervous System Regulation

Somatic therapybridges the gap between insight and embodied healing, helping you regulate your nervous system and restore a sense of safety and easethat you can feel.

In this two-hour experiential workshop, we’ll explore how the body holds stress and trauma, why traditional talk therapy may not always be enough, and how somatic practices can support deeper healing.

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FREE Open-Studio Art Therapy
Apr
25

FREE Open-Studio Art Therapy

HeARTS for Hope Therapy is pleased offer you this open-studio drop-in art therapy group!

You’ll learn about the benefits of the expressive arts to support your mental health and wellness, and participate in therapeutic art processes in this community-based setting.

All art materials provided, registration encouraged but not required. No art experience necessary. We hope to see you there!

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Tree of Self: A ‘Paint & Meditate’ Workshop
Apr
21

Tree of Self: A ‘Paint & Meditate’ Workshop

*** Mon 4/21 at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST ***
Join us for an evening of relaxation and creativity, where art meets mindfulness. Experience the joy of painting while connecting with your inner peace while exploring aspects of your Self in relation to the metaphor of a tree. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned artist, this expressive arts therapy workshop is perfect for anyone looking to relax, recharge, and express themselves through art.

2 hours, $40, all supplies included.

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Paint & Meditate Workshop
Mar
17

Paint & Meditate Workshop

Join us for an evening of relaxation and creativity, where art meets mindfulness. Experience the joy of painting while connecting with your inner peace. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned artist, this expressive arts therapy workshop is perfect for anyone looking to relax, recharge, and express themselves through art.

$35, all supplies included.

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First Friday Yoga (Free!)
Mar
7

First Friday Yoga (Free!)

Head out to Good Art Co. in downtown Greenville, SC for a FREE all-levels community yoga class, led by art therapist and trauma-informed yoga teacher, Courtney Chandler.

Stick around for a beverage, chill in the artist lounge, and check out some amazing art and artist studios!

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FREE Open-Studio Art Therapy
Feb
28

FREE Open-Studio Art Therapy

HeARTS for Hope Therapy is pleased offer you this open-studio drop-in art therapy group!

You’ll learn about the benefits of the expressive arts to support your mental health and wellness, and participate in therapeutic art processes in this community-based setting.

All art materials provided, registration encouraged but not required. No art experience necessary. We hope to see you there!

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Paint & Meditate Workshop
Feb
17

Paint & Meditate Workshop

Join us for an evening of relaxation and creativity, where art meets mindfulness. Experience the joy of painting while connecting with your inner peace. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned artist, this expressive arts therapy workshop is perfect for anyone looking to relax, recharge, and express themselves through art.

$35, all supplies included.

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First Friday Yoga (Free!)
Feb
7

First Friday Yoga (Free!)

Head out to Good Art Co. in downtown Greenville, SC for a FREE all-levels community yoga class, led by art therapist and trauma-informed yoga teacher, Courtney Chandler.

Stick around for a beverage, chill in the artist lounge, and check out some amazing art and artist studios!

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Painting & Problem Solving (Youth Art Therapy Workshop)
Jan
20

Painting & Problem Solving (Youth Art Therapy Workshop)

This 2-hour art therapy workshop invites youth to explore creative self-expression while building problem-solving skills and confidence through art. Participants will use painting as a medium to reflect on challenges in their lives and develop unique solutions in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Facilitated by board-certified art therapist, Jaclyn Lenz. $40, all supplies provided.

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Paint & Meditate Workshop
Jan
13

Paint & Meditate Workshop

Join us for an evening of relaxation and creativity, where art meets mindfulness. Experience the joy of painting while connecting with your inner peace. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned artist, this expressive arts therapy workshop is perfect for anyone looking to relax, recharge, and express themselves through art.

$35, all supplies included.

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Magical Manifestations: 2025 Vision Board Workshop
Jan
7

Magical Manifestations: 2025 Vision Board Workshop

A Vision Board is a goal-focusing collage that captures your BIG dreams, hopes, and desires through words and images.

The Magical Manifestations: 2025 Vision Board Workshop, facilitated by expressive arts therapist Connie Conway, integrates meditation with journaling prompts to help focus and support your MAGICAL MANIFESTATIONS to be captured in your vision board. You’ll also receive tips for rituals that carry your desires into action!

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New Year New Hue (Youth Art Therapy Workshop)
Jan
6

New Year New Hue (Youth Art Therapy Workshop)

Start the new year with a splash of creativity and intention! This art therapy workshop invites youth to explore chromatic therapy—the use of color as a powerful tool for self-discovery and goal-setting.

Come embrace the energy and inspiration that color can bring, and make this your brightest, most joy-filled year yet!

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Trauma-Informed Yoga
Sep
17

Trauma-Informed Yoga

Join us in the yoga studio at HeARTS for Hope Therapy in Greenville, SC for a soul nourishing.all-levels trauma-informed yoga class followed by a blissfully relaxing Yoga Nidra meditation, led by trauma-informed yoga teacher, Erin Kinsey.

Offered every Tuesday at 7:00 to 8:15pm. Free to current HeARTS for Hope Therapy clients; $10 for community members. Space is limited; regitration recommended.

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The Art of Identity (youth workshop)
Sep
17

The Art of Identity (youth workshop)

Join art therapist Jaclyn Lenz, ATR-BC, LPC-S for this creative empowerment workshop, designed for youth ages 9-12.

This workshop uses creative expression to discover your personal strengths that make you uniquely, wonderfully YOU, with a focus on confidence building.

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