THERAPEUTIC APPROACH & PROGRAMS Abilities Discovered offers many different art classes for Children (and young adults) with Autism & other diagnoses that present challenging behaviors. All classes use different art modalities to build confidence, modify negative behaviors, & teach social skills- while learning a new skill & making friends. Art Therapy can help where other therapies have failed to bring out your child's social skills, by bringing out spontaneous interactions, increasing self-confidence, and exposing hidden abilities and talents. Choose from these SATURDAY and after-school classes. CLASSES OFFERED: • "RYUU" SOCIAL SKILLS CLASS (8-12 years) Watch this video for a description of the social skills class here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2YMa3aYxuA • PHOTOGRAPHY • STORYTELLING/ PAINTING (materials provided) • COMIC BOOK MAKING: no drawing necessary, will be done digitally, on an iPad (pls bring an iPad or tablet) • YOGA & HULA HOOPING (mat and hoops provided) * Individual Art Therapy is available upon request. Ask about special rates for monthly enrollments! |
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