Grounded and Growing

Participants in this group will learn new grounding* skills through the expressive arts including dance, music, and art-making. Group members will tap into their five senses through the arts to gain this self-awareness, develop coping skills, and learn ways to navigate challenges faced as a growing youth member. Facilitated by a licensed professional counselor, participants will experience the connection to self and others while exploring shared feelings, events, and circumstances. No previous arts experience is necessary. Children faced with challenges including anxiety, inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation and/or difficulty connecting with others would benefit from this group.

*What is Grounding?  A mindfulness technique that can help bring us back to the present moment.  The ability to ground oneself is important for children to learn as they grow and develop new capacities in emotional expression and the need to regulate while increasing resiliency.

Ages 7-11 | Thursdays, August 14-28 | 4:00-5:00 p.m.

$105 per 3-week session | Location: Novelty

Creating Connections Not Perfection 

In this group, participants will experience dance, music, and art-making to increase both creativity and imagination as a catalyst in connecting with self and others. Participants will explore developmental movement patterns, songwriting, and collage creations to enhance peer relationships, collaboration, and a sense of empowerment.  This program is designed with the flexibility to adjust to individual needs, so group members can access their fullest expression.

Students are welcome to bring a 1:1 aide or assistant if needed/desired. Individuals with experiences consistent with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, sensory processing, and/or other neurodivergent differences would benefit from this group.  This group will take place on the main level of the building and will be wheelchair accessible.

Ages 12-17 | Fridays, August 8-29 (no class August 22) | 4:00-5:00 p.m.

$105 per 3-week session | Location: Novelty

LivingDance ~ LivingMusic 

The group will be working with the natural elements of dance and movement that we all have access to- breath, pulse, muscle connectivity and shape*. No dance or music training is required- just a willingness to try new ways of grappling with life stressors. Teens can benefit from developing emotional regulation, self-expression, self-confidence, and exploring identity issues.  

*Shape is the awareness of one’s body in space.  Body awareness relates to confidence and feelings of purpose and self-acceptance. 

Connect to your inner dancer and musician alongside others during this 9-week session (with the option to commit to 3 weeks at a time).

Ages 12-17 | Tuesdays, August 12-26 | 4:00-5:15 p.m.

$105 per 3-week session | Location: Chardon

Creating Connections Not Perfection

In this group participants will experience dance, music, and art-making to increase both creativity and imagination as a catalyst in connecting with self and others. Participants will explore developmental movement patterns, songwriting, and collage creations to enhance peer relationships, collaboration, and a sense of empowerment.  This program is designed with the flexibility to adjust to individual needs, so group members can access their fullest expression.

Students are welcome to bring a 1:1 aide or assistant if needed/desired. Individuals with experiences consistent with developmental disabilities, autism, adhd, sensory processing, and/or other neurodivergent differences would benefit from this group.  This group will take place on the main level of the building and will be wheelchair accessible.

Ages 12-17 |  Tuesdays,  7:00-8:00 p.m. | September 9 - October 21 & November 4 - December 16

$175 per 7-week session                                                                                                                

Grounded and Growing

Participants in this group will learn new grounding skills through the expressive arts including dance, music, and art-making. Group members will tap into their five senses through the arts to gain this self-awareness, develop coping skills, and learn ways to navigate challenges faced as a growing youth member. Facilitated by a licensed professional counselor, participants will experience connection to self and others while exploring shared feelings, events, and circumstances. No previous arts experience necessary. Children faced with challenges including anxiety, inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation and/or difficulty connecting with others would benefit from this group.      

Ages 7-11 | Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. September 4 - October 16 & October 30 - December 18      

$175 per 7-week session                                                                                                                                            

Moving Through Motherhood: A Dance/Movement Therapy Group for the Perinatal Journey

This group supports women in any stage of the perinatal period, including those who are pregnant, postpartum, or exploring the journey of parenthood, through the healing power of movement, connection, and creative expression. Grounded in Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT), this group uses simple, accessible movement practices to support emotional processing, body awareness, and self-compassion during one of life’s most transformational times.

No dance experience necessary. Movements are gentle and adaptable.

Ages 18+ |   Mondays, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | September 8 - October 20 & November 3 - December 15        

$265 per 7-week session (Payment plans available)

Rooted in Motion: Dance/Movement Therapy for Emotional Wellbeing in Later Life

This gentle, expressive group invites older adults to engage in movement, music, and creative expression to support emotional well-being, memory, and social connection. Using Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT), participants explore movement that is accessible, joyful, and meaningful, enhancing quality of life and reducing feelings of isolation, depression, and anxiety.

All levels of mobility welcome; movements may be adapted for seated participation.

Ages 60+ | Thursdays, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m. |  September  4 - November 20                                                                                             

$275 per 12-week session (Payment plans available)

Discover Healing Through Creative Expression - Individual Sessions

Engage in the therapeutic process through the arts. Through dance and movement, Creative Arts Therapies offer powerful tools for self-expression, emotional regulation, and personal growth.

By blending various forms of creative expression, this holistic approach creates space for you to explore, process, and transform your life experiences in a meaningful way. Each session is personalized, ensuring that your journey is as unique as you are.

Our licensed and credentialed therapists guide individuals of all ages in accessing their inherent strengths through creative modalities. No prior arts experience necessary, just a willingness to explore.

Individual counseling services begin with an initial assessment priced at $135, followed by ongoing sessions at $120 each. We are committed to making our services accessible and offer scholarships based on financial need. For more information or to inquire about financial assistance, please contact Jamie Davis, Director of Operations, at Jamie@fairmountcenter.org or call (440) 338-3171.