START Creative Arts Therapy

02/06/2026

You don’t have to be falling apart to go to therapy.

You don’t have to wait for a breakdown.
Or rock bottom.
Or a full-blown crisis.

Therapy isn’t just emergency repair — it’s maintenance.

It’s learning your patterns before they hurt you.
Building skills before you’re overwhelmed.
Getting support before you’re exhausted.

You deserve help even if you’re “just getting by.”

Curious what preventive therapy can look like?
Read our latest blog — and visit our website to explore our services when you’re ready. You don’t have to wait until it’s bad enough.

Waiting until you're falling apart to get therapy help is like waiting for your engine to explode before changing the oil. Here's why that's backwards.

02/04/2026

There’s a moment right before you try something new when a voice shows up:

“You’re too late.”
“You should’ve started years ago.”
“It’s embarrassing to be a beginner now.”

It sounds practical. Responsible. Realistic.

But it’s usually just fear.

Because the truth? It’s never too late to start.
Not a new hobby.
Not therapy.
Not art.
Not a different path.

Beginnings don’t have an expiration date, only courage.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to try something new, this is it. ✨
Read our latest blog for inspiration and visit our website to explore our services if you want support taking that first step. You don’t have to begin alone.

Think you're too old to change careers, learn an instrument, or try therapy? That voice telling you it's too late is lying to you.

02/02/2026

The dishes are piling up.
The laundry’s been there for days.
That simple email still isn’t sent.

And you’re telling yourself you’re lazy… undisciplined… failing at life.

But what if you’re not lazy at all?

What if your brain is just exhausted, overwhelmed, or depressed — and doing the best it can?

Struggling to start small tasks isn’t a character flaw. It’s often a sign you need support, not shame.

If this sounds like you, you’re not alone.
Read our latest blog to understand what’s really happening — and visit our website to explore how our services can help.

Can't get out of bed? Struggling with basic tasks? That's not laziness. That's your brain on depression, and it's not your fault.

01/30/2026

There’s the art you post…
and then there’s the 2am art that looks messy, chaotic, maybe even a little unhinged.

The stuff you’d never show anyone.

Here’s the truth: that’s probably your most important work.

Not the “pretty” art. Not the polished version.
The raw, honest, ugly stuff that helps you process what you’re actually feeling.

Because healing isn’t aesthetic. It’s honest.

Want to learn why “ugly” art can be so powerful for your mental health?
Read our latest blog on our website, and if you need support, explore our services. You don’t have to process it alone.

What if the art you're ashamed to show is actually the most truthful thing you've made? Your "ugly" work might be exactly what needs to exist.

01/29/2026

Let’s be honest — DBT acronyms sound fake.

TIPP.
DEAR MAN.
ACCEPTS.
IM­PROVE.

They sound like cheat codes from an old video game.

But here’s the weird part: they actually work.

When your brain is spiraling, it doesn’t want deep insight or a beautiful pep talk. It wants simple. Memorable. Something you can grab onto fast.

That’s exactly what these skills are designed to do.

Curious why these “ridiculous” acronyms help so much?

Read our latest blog to learn how they work (and how to use them).

Ever wonder why DBT uses weird acronyms like TIPP and DEAR MAN? These absurd-sounding skills might be exactly what your brain needs to function.

01/28/2026

You wear exhaustion like a badge of honor.

Bragging about the long hours.
The skipped days off.
The “I’m so busy” life.

Somewhere along the way, burnout started to feel like proof you’re doing enough.

But burnout isn’t a trophy.
It’s a warning sign.

And pushing through it doesn’t make you stronger; it breaks you.

Ready to rethink the hustle?

Read our blog and learn how to protect your energy before burnout takes over.

Think burnout proves you're working hard enough? It doesn't. It proves you're breaking. Here's how to recognize burnout before it destroys you.

01/27/2026

It’s 3am. You’re wide awake.

And your brain decides now is the perfect time to spiral.

That text? Ruined everything.
That headache? Something serious.
That mistake at work? You’re getting fired.

Suddenly, one small worry turns into a full-blown disaster movie.

That’s called catastrophizing and your mind can be really good at it.

Want to break the cycle?

Read more on our website and learn how to spot it (and stop it).

Why does your brain spiral into worst-case scenarios at 3 am? Learn how CBT can interrupt catastrophic thinking and help you reclaim peaceful sleep.

01/26/2026

You know that voice.

The one that shows up right before you hit *publish*, walk into an audition, or simply try to exist confidently in your own skin.

The one that whispers or sometimes screams that you’re not good enough.
Not smart enough.
Not talented enough.
Not thin enough.
Not “together” enough.

It tells you everyone else has it figured out… and you’re just faking your way through.

That’s your inner critic talking and it can get loud.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

Read our latest blog to discover 5 signs your inner critic has taken over and what you can do to take your power back.

Is your inner critic running the show? Learn practical ways to quiet that harsh voice and reclaim your creative power without losing your edge.

01/23/2026

So you decided meditation isn't for you. And honestly? You might be right.

But here's what nobody tells you: mindfulness and meditation aren't the same thing. Meditation is one way to practice mindfulness, but it's not the only way. And if sitting still in silence makes you want to crawl out of your skin, that doesn't mean you can't be mindful. It just means you need a different approach.

Check out our blog to see what mindfulness actually means.

Can't sit still to meditate? Hate the "clear your mind" advice? Discover mindfulness practices that actually work for restless, creative brains.

01/20/2026

The new website is live and we're pretty proud of it.

No corporate therapy speak. No photos of people laughing at salads. Just honest info about creative approaches to mental health that actually work.

Designed for artists, creatives, and anyone who's ever felt like they don't fit the traditional therapy mold.

See our site at https://www.startcreativearts.com/

01/20/2026

New logo. Same us.

We're still the practice that gets it when traditional therapy doesn't fit. With a look that shows who we are: bold, creative, and here for the artists, the overthinkers, and everyone who's been told they're "too much."

What do you think?

10/31/2025

🍂 As the seasons shift, Fall reminds us that healing doesn’t happen all at once; it’s a slow, intentional letting go. Each leaf that falls whispers a lesson in noticing, presence, and release.

This gentle reminder invites you to pause and reflect: What might you be ready to let go of? What small moments are asking for your attention?

Our latest blog, “Noticing,” explores how slowing down and tuning in can nurture real change, both in therapy and in life.

Read the full post on our blog https://www.startcreativearts.com/blog/noticing

And if you’re interested in taking that next step toward healing and connecting with one of our Creative Arts Therapists, contact us at https://www.startcreativearts.com/contact