- Therapeutic Art • Small Groups • Ages 10–14 • Hopewell Junction, NY
Art Classes for Children & Teens Art as a Conduit for Healing
Small-group therapeutic art classes that use creativity to build self-esteem, emotional communication, and genuine peer connection for children and teens ages 10 to 14.
- What Is It?
More Than Art A Space to Grow, Connect, and Be Seen
Within each art class at Sensory Stepping Stones, we explore individual artistic skills to build creativity, communication, and self-esteem. Art is a unique and powerful way for children and teens to express feelings and emotions that are difficult to put into words giving them a new language for their inner world.
All sessions are small in size so every participant gets individual attention. Classes are built around age-appropriate skills and projects, and all art supplies for every session are included in the fee. No prior art experience is needed only a willingness to create.
No art experience required. These classes are designed for children who love to draw as much as for those who have never picked up a sketchbook. What matters is the creative process and the safe space, not the finished product.
What Every Session Includes
Art Techniques
Age-appropriate drawing, design, and creative skills building each week
Mindfulness
Art-based mindfulness exercises woven into every session
Group Sharing
Supportive peer sharing and discussion to build communication confidence
Journaling
Guided journaling prompts for self-expression and emotional resilience
- Our Classes
Two Classes Each Built for a Specific Group
Both classes run as 6-week sessions with small group sizes and all supplies included. Each is tailored to its specific age group and therapeutic focus.
- Ages 3–5 Years Old
Kids Art Class - Young Learners
A joyful, hands-on art class designed for young children ages 4 to 6. Through age-appropriate creative projects, little artists explore color, shapes, texture, and self-expression in a warm, encouraging group setting that nurtures early creativity and social connection.
Each session introduces new materials and techniques tailored to young developing hands building fine motor skills, creative confidence, and a love of making things alongside peers.
- 6-week session
- Tuesdays at 4:00pm
- All art supplies included
- All art supplies included
What The Class Offers:
- Age-appropriate art projects exploring color, shape, and texture
- Fine motor skill development through guided creative activities
- A nurturing, encouraging environment to build early creative confidence
- Peer connection and social skill building through group art-making
- School-Age Artists
Kids Art Class -School-Age Artists
A creative art class for school-age children who want to explore their artistic abilities in a fun, supportive group setting. Participants build foundational art skills while expressing themselves through a variety of materials and techniques growing in confidence and creativity with every session.
Each project-based session encourages imagination and skill-building in equal measure giving school-age artists a space where trying new things, making mistakes, and learning from them are all part of the experience.
- All art supplies included
- Tuesdays at 5:00pm or Thursdays at 4:30pm
- 6-week session
- School-age children
What The Class Offers:
- Foundational art skills through varied materials and techniques
- Project-based sessions that balance skill-building with free expression
- A safe space to experiment, try new things, and build creative confidence
- Peer connection and positive group experience through shared creativity
- Girls Ages 10–14
Therapeutic Anime Drawing Class
A creative and nurturing space designed especially for girls ages 10 to 14. This unique class combines the expressive world of anime art with gentle therapeutic practices helping young artists explore their creativity, build confidence, and process emotions in a fun, supportive environment.
Each session guides students through age-appropriate anime drawing techniques focusing on characters, emotions, and storytelling. Alongside the art, sessions incorporate mindfulness exercises, group sharing, and journaling prompts to encourage self-expression and emotional resilience.
- 6-week session • Small group
- All art supplies included
- Girls ages 10 to 14
What the class offers:
- Anime character drawing techniques and emotional storytelling
- Art-based mindfulness and guided journaling prompts
- Safe, supportive group sharing each week
- A welcoming community for anime enthusiasts, casual drawers alike
- Boys Ages 10–14
Game Creation Group
Building confidence, friendships, and social skills through creativity. Is your child interested in video games, Minecraft, anime, art, or graphic novels? This group uses those interests to help boys connect with peers, build confidence, and practice important life skills in a safe, supportive space.
Each session includes hands-on projects like storytelling, illustration, and game design alongside guided discussions on friendship, self-esteem, managing emotions, and problem-solving. Led by a therapist experienced in working with youth.
- Weekly 60-minute sessions
- Therapist-led • Creativity focused
- Boys ages 10 to 14
What The Class Offers:
- Storytelling, illustration, and game design projects
- Guided discussions on friendship and self-esteem
- Tools for managing emotions and problem-solving
- Positive peer connections built around shared interests
- What Children Gain
Benefits That Go Beyond the Art Room
Art therapy classes produce meaningful changes in how children see themselves, express their emotions, and connect with peers changes that carry into home, school, and daily life.
Greater self-esteem built through creative accomplishment in a non-judgmental space
Richer emotional vocabulary learning to identify and express feelings through art
Greater self-esteem built through creative accomplishment in a non-judgmental space
Stronger peer connection through shared creative interests and group projects
Improved communication skills through group sharing and collaborative storytelling
Genuine pride in what they can create a confidence that transfers far beyond art
- Parent stories
Real Families. Real Results.
You’re not the first family to walk in feeling hopeless. And you won’t be the last to walk out feeling seen.
- Questions parents ask us
Honest answers to the things you're actually wondering.
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A free 30-minute conversation, no clipboards or scripts. Just us, you, and whatever you’re carrying.
