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Art Therapy Group

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Transformative Therapy Services for Individuals, Couples, Families, and Groups.​

At Jessica A. Sweet Therapy, we combine empathetic listening with proven clinical techniques to deliver healing.​

CHICAGO

SCHAUMBURG

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS

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Create. Connect. Process.

Sometimes feelings are easier to show than to say. The Art Therapy Group is a therapist-led group for emotional expression, regulation, and connection, with separate sessions for kids, teens, and adults.

Led by Brianna Johnson, LSW, each session includes grounding and mindfulness, a guided art activity, and optional reflection and sharing. You don’t need to be good at art. You just need a place to show up.

What to Expect

  • Weekly Sessions by Age: Thursday sessions in Arlington Heights, with separate groups for ages 8 to 12, 13 to 17, and 18 and up.
  • Grounding and Mindfulness: Each session begins with calming practices that help you settle in.
  • A Guided Art Activity: Creative, hands-on processing in a calm, structured setting.
  • Optional Reflection and Sharing: Share as much or as little as you like, with no pressure.
  • No Art Experience Needed: The focus is on expression, not skill.
  • How to Join: Call (847) 701-4191 or contact us online. We'll answer your questions and help you check your insurance before your first session.
Teens doing an art activity together

Group Details

When

Thursdays
Kids 4:00 PM, Teens 5:00 PM, Adults 6:00 PM

Where

Arlington Heights location
Separate sessions by age

Investment

$65 per session
PPO insurance accepted

Brianna Johnson, LSW

Your Facilitator

Brianna Johnson, LSW

Licensed Social Worker

Make Space for What You Feel

Whether you’re a parent looking for support for your child or an adult who wants a creative outlet, the Art Therapy Group offers a calm, structured place to process feelings and connect with others.

Jessica A. Sweet, LMFT, LCPC

Jessica’s training as a therapist began at Northwestern University, where she worked with couples, families, children, and individuals. Jessica uses a client-directed, empathetic approach to understand each client’s unique challenges and work collaboratively toward meaningful solutions. She strives to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable exploring their experiences.

In her client-centered therapy, Jessica integrates cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT), dialectical behavior techniques (DBT), play therapy, art therapy, and the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. She tailors her approach to each client’s individual needs, drawing on these therapeutic methods to support emotional expression, develop coping skills, and encourage personal growth.

Jessica is also an American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) Clinical Fellow. Her therapeutic approach emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and understanding the experiences that shape each person’s thoughts, emotions, and relationships. She works to help clients explore their challenges, build on their strengths, and develop practical strategies for navigating life’s difficulties.

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