Telehealth Art Therapy Group for Chronic Illness
Where: Telehealth (Zoom)
When: 6pm EST Tuesdays, Starting 05/12
Duration: 12 weeks
Group Length: 60 minutes
Group Size: 6-10 participants
Location Requirements: Participants MUST reside in either Florida or Oregon
Rest & Resilience Studio is an Art Therapy group for adults living with chronic illness and/or chronic pain. Together, we use conceptual artmaking to explore the lived experience of chronic illness. Taking what’s invisible, misunderstood, or hard to name, and exploring it through color, texture, and form.
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This group offers a safe space to:
explore identity, grief, uncertainty, resilience, and many other emotions that arise when managing chronic health concerns
connect with others who “get it,” without needing to explain or minimize your experience
No art experience is needed. Prompts are accessible, and focused on expression.
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This group may be a good fit for you if:
you are 18+
you live with chronic illness (diagnosed or undiagnosed) and want supportive community
you are comfortable participating in a telehealth group format
you want a creative way to process what you’re experiencing
This group may not be a good fit at this time if:
you’re currently in crisis or needing a higher level of care.
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Each session is designed to be supportive and accessible, and typically includes:
grounding + arrival
a brief check-in
a guided art prompt
supportive processing and reflection
a gentle closing + optional between-session practice prompt
Themes may include: visibility/invisibility, spoon theory and capacity, body listening, boundaries, uncertainty, identity shifts, self-compassion, and integration.
Pay Structure
The standard rate is $15 per session.
A limited number of sliding-scale options are available:
$5/session — access rate
$25/session — supporter rate (helps fund access spots)
You can choose different rates across sessions based on what’s manageable.
Pay in full option:$150 for the full series.
I’m Interested!
How Do I Sign Up?
Complete the interest form (and brief intake questionnaire).
I’ll review for fit and follow up with next steps.
Once confirmed, you’ll receive group details, telehealth link, and what to prepare.
FAQ
Do I need to be good at art?
Nope! This is art therapy, not an art class. Prompts focus on expression and meaning
What materials do I need?
You can use what you already have. Options may include paper, pencil/pen, markers, collage materials, or any preferred medium. A basic list will be provided.
What if I miss a session?
Missing 1–2 sessions is okay. Each session is designed to be a complete experience, and you’ll be able to rejoin without “catching up.”
Is this a closed group or can people join anytime?
This is a seasonal series with enrollment required.
Is this group therapy?
This is an art therapy group held in a clinical container. It includes guided prompts and supportive processing, with attention to pacing and emotional safety.
Where do participants need to be located?
Participants must be located in Florida or Oregon at the time of telehealth sessions.
How do I know if it’s a good fit?
Start with the interest form. If anything is unclear, please reach out and we’ll determine fit together.
Meet the Therapist: Kailey Krupar
Kailey is an art therapist, and founder of The Creative Sanctuary who supports adults navigating chronic illness, identity shifts, and the emotional impact of living in an unpredictable body.