What is Art Therapy?
Art Therapy is a therapeutic practice that uses creative expression to help individuals explore emotions, improve self-awareness, and promote healing. For people with eating disorders, art provides a safe, non-verbal outlet for feelings that are often difficult to put into words.
At Virtue Recovery, licensed therapists integrate Art Therapy into treatment alongside evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and nutritional counseling. This holistic approach allows clients to process emotions, reduce anxiety, and build confidence in recovery.
5 Benefits of Art Therapy for Eating Disorders
Encourages Self-Expression
Provides a safe and supportive way to express complex or overwhelming emotions that may feel too difficult to put into words. Through creative outlets, clients gain new ways to process and release what they’re experiencing internally.
Reduces Anxiety & Stress
Engaging in creative activities helps lower tension and reduce stress by focusing the mind on calming tasks. This process promotes relaxation and provides a break from negative or intrusive thoughts.
Builds Self-Esteem
Completing art projects gives clients a sense of accomplishment and pride in their abilities. Over time, this helps rebuild confidence and a more positive sense of self.
Improves Coping Skills
Art therapy offers healthy, creative alternatives for managing difficult emotions and stress. Clients can learn to channel energy into constructive outlets instead of turning to harmful behaviors.
Supports Whole-Person Healing
By connecting the mind, body, and spirit, art therapy promotes deeper levels of recovery. Creative expression encourages balance and supports lasting emotional and psychological healing.
How Art Therapy Works at Virtue Recovery
Client Testimonials
Luxury Art Therapy Programs
Virtue Recovery provides Art Therapy in a supportive and serene environment that fosters deep healing. Clients are welcomed into safe, creative spaces designed to encourage reflection, relaxation, and the exploration of emotions in meaningful ways. These nurturing surroundings allow individuals to reconnect with themselves while engaging in activities that promote calm and self-expression.
In addition to its therapeutic benefits, Art Therapy complements evidence-based treatments to create a holistic approach to recovery. Clients enjoy guided and open-ended art sessions that encourage healing of the mind, body, and spirit, while luxury amenities ensure the highest level of comfort throughout the process.
Our Las Vegas Luxury Inpatient Eating Disorder Treatment Center
Our inpatient program includes Art Therapy sessions as part of a structured daily schedule. Clients benefit from immersive healing that combines creative outlets with medical care, therapy, and nutritional support.
Name: Virtue Recovery Las Vegas
Address: 9230 Corbett St, Las Vegas, NV 89149
Phone Number: (702) 996-5973
Our Las Vegas Adolescent / Teen Inpatient Eating Disorder Treatment Center
Art Therapy is especially effective for teens, who may struggle to verbalize their emotions. Our Teen Program includes age-appropriate Art Therapy that helps adolescents express themselves in a safe and empowering way.
Name: Silver State Adolescent Treatment
Address: 8225 W Robindale Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89113
Phone Number: (725) 777-1440
