FALL GROUPS

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6 week groups registering now

November/ December 2025

Mondays 330-500pm
Kids empowerment groups In person Nelson, BC
507 Baker Street Studio

Wednesdays 330-500pm
Teen creative expression groups
In person Nelson, BC
507 Baker Street Studio

Wednesday mornings 10-1130am
Morning social adult groups
Online

All groups $190 for series of 6.

Groups will have a focus on:

Building a sense of belonging and self esteem.

Discovering personal strengths and identity.

Developing friendships and connections with others.

Starting in September …..

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Peace Making

Social Art Groups for Seniors

Making Connections. Feeling Joy. Talking about Peace.

Are you a creative senior interested in art?

Bring some simple art supplies and join us for a social art time.

We will be looking at a variety of art and finding inspiration through discussion. There will be plenty of time to make art, socialize and have a fun time together.

Fees:

Online groups:
Thursday mornings 10:00 – 11:30am PST

$15 each single session

$60 monthly membership and enjoy the freedom to join each week (either 4 or 5 sessions depending on
the month).

Local On-location groups (Nelson, BC):

$20 each single session

$65 monthly membership and enjoy the freedom to join each week (either 4 or 5 sessions depending on the month.)

What are simple art supplies?

Markers, pencil crayons, glue stick, magazines for collage, different papers, fabric or ribbon scraps, liquid tempera paint and some brushes, pastels and anything else you feel drawn to working with.

Creativity for Seniors

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Online Supervision

Join us for "Finding Our Way," an online supervision group designed specifically for art therapists. This immersive experience uses arts-based supervision methods to inspire personal exploration and professional development, guiding you toward new perspectives and deeper insights. Share experiences, insights, and challenges with your peers in a safe, supportive environment. Group discussions and activities are designed to foster mutual learning and professional growth.

Event Details

Tuesdays

Registration Required

Time: 1030AM - 12 PM PDT (Vancouver Time)

Cost: $85 per group session or $350 to pre-register for five.

Facilitated by: Jen Hakola MA, RCAT

Jen's work is grounded in the belief that art can inspire an ecological identity, connecting individuals with their sense of place within the broader environment. Her approach to art therapy supervision is both innovative and reflective, emphasizing experiential learning.

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Reflective Coaching for Artists

This is your chance to

grow with your art

Your work has always been a reflection of the world around you and the world within you. Take the opportunity to sit down with your coach, look at your works of art; where you have been, where you are going and discover something new.

Find the key that has been hiding in plain sight all these years and unlock your artistic potential.

Make it

Compassionate Revolution

Peace Groups For the Planet Online

Mondays at 4pm PST starting January

Small acts of kindness go a long way in bringing peace to ourselves, families and communities. Learn how to focus on building a practice of peace in daily living in your own unique way of being.

Channel anxious and worried energy towards something positive.

Surprise yourself and inspire others.

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Are you an art therapist seeking to deepen your understanding of your work while connecting with like-minded professionals?

Join us for "Finding Our Way," a drop-in online supervision group designed specifically for CATA art therapists. This immersive experience uses arts-based supervision methods to inspire personal growth and professional development, guiding you toward new perspectives and deeper insights.

Drop-In!