How We Treat

Experiential and Expressive Therapies

Gain insight and awareness through doing as part of a holistic healing process.

Experiential Therapy + Expressive Arts at Pasadena Villa Outpatient

At Pasadena Villa Outpatient, we create personalized plans for each client to address all aspects of their disorder. Our multidisciplinary approach — built around our proprietary Social Integration Model™ — combines clinical methods like expressive arts, experiential therapy, medication, practical tools, and more, resulting in lasting, healthy change.

The ABCs of Experiential Therapy + Expressive Arts

Therapeutic activities like expressive arts go beyond talk therapy, engaging clients in hands-on experiences that enable them to process emotions more comfortably. Experiential therapy options are part of our whole-person approach to healing, providing access to deeper insights and emotions.

Expressive Arts Fast Facts

  • No artistic talent is required to successfully participate.
  • It’s not about the final product, it’s about the process.
  • Creativity can provide a pathway to feelings that may be out of reach through conversation alone.

How it Helps

Therapeutic activities like expressive arts offer effective treatment for individuals who struggle to express their emotions verbally. Through lived experiences, clients gain insight and awareness. This more relaxed creative environment encourages free expression, using guided activities to express their feelings safely and constructively.

Treatment Starts With One Conversation

The Pasadena Villa Outpatient admissions team can answer questions about outpatient mental health treatment, verify insurance, and help you find the right location and level of care. Call or complete the form below to get started.

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