"My child doesn’t talk about their feelings. But when they draw, I finally understand them." At Urjasvini Child Development Centre, we’ve heard this from parents countless times. Children, especially those living with childhood disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, or Learning Disabilities, often carry emotions they can’t put into words. Trauma, anxiety, or low …
“My child doesn’t talk about their feelings. But when they draw, I finally understand them.”
At Urjasvini Child Development Centre, we’ve heard this from parents countless times.
Children, especially those living with childhood disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, or Learning Disabilities, often carry emotions they can’t put into words. Trauma, anxiety, or low self-esteem can make these feelings even harder to share. But hand them a brush, some colours, or a lump of clay — and suddenly, a silent world begins to speak.
Art as a Language, Therapy as a Bridge
Art-Based Therapy (ABT) isn’t just “art time.” It’s a clinically guided form of behaviour counselling where paint strokes, shapes, and colours become a child’s voice.
At Urjasvini, every session is:
- Led by certified counsellor therapists
- Carefully planned for cognitive, emotional, and behavioural growth
- Tailored to each child’s needs, personality, and pace
For some children, art is a whisper of emotions. For others, it’s a bold declaration. In both cases, it’s healing.
Why It Works – The Science of Creativity and Healing
When a child paints or sculpts, both brain hemispheres light up:
- The right brain taps into emotion, imagery, and intuition.
- The left brain brings structure, planning, and problem-solving.
This balance helps regulate emotions while encouraging expression.
Studies in The Arts in Psychotherapy journal confirm that Art-Based Therapy reduces anxiety, improves mood, and enhances self-expression.
For children with autism or ADHD, ABT has shown measurable improvement in attention, self-control, and social skills.
Who Can Benefit?
Art-Based Therapy is especially valuable for children who:
- Struggle to express themselves verbally
- Face anxiety, depression, or trauma
- Live with childhood disorders like ASD, ADHD, or LD
- Have difficulty regulating behaviour or emotions
- Are dealing with grief, family separation, or major life changes
It’s ideal for ages 3 to 18 — adapted for every developmental stage.
Inside an Urjasvini Art-Based Therapy Session
Structure creates safety, and safety sparks creativity.
A typical session might look like this:
- Gentle Warm-Up – Breathing, free scribbling, or rhythmic movement to relax
- Art-Making Time – Guided or open-ended creations (e.g., “draw your safe place,” “paint your happiest day”)
- Reflection & Sharing – Talking about the artwork, if the child is ready
- Closure Ritual – Affirmations, symbolic gestures, or simply placing the art in a safe folder
We often weave in music, storytelling, or sensory play with clay, sand, or watercolours to deepen engagement.
Sanya’s Story – Finding Her Voice in Colour
When 9-year-old Sanya’s parents separated, she stopped talking at school and began complaining of constant stomachaches.
In her first ABT session, she painted two houses — one bright, one dark. Over time, her colours shifted, her drawings filled with warmth, and she began sharing the meaning behind them.
Art gave Sanya her voice back.
Today, she laughs more, communicates her needs, and enjoys being around friends.
Parents: The Co-Therapists at Home
We keep parents closely involved by:
- Holding review sessions to explain progress
- Suggesting at-home activities that encourage emotional expression
- Teaching parents to look beyond “pretty pictures” and see the emotional story
When home and therapy work together, the healing multiplies.
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