The healing power of art
When words fall short, art speaks in ways nothing else can. We envision a world where art therapy is recognized and valued as an essential part of healthcare.
About Artistic Healings
About Artistic Healings
Artistic Healings is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to therapeutic art experiences for individuals facing addiction, trauma, illness, and life transitions. Our programs are created and guided by credentialed professionals with extensive experience in clinical and community-based care.
Artistic Healings is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to therapeutic art experiences for individuals facing addiction, trauma, illness, and life transitions. Our programs are created and guided by credentialed professionals with extensive experience in clinical and community-based care.
Healing, in their own words
“What surprised me most was how much more willing I was to speak about things by doing art. The art made heavy conversations flow easier.”
Nathalia Rita
“It was good to meet other vibrant women on the cancer safari/journey! I’m not alone, and we can create together without judgment or being good at art.”
Janice Munemitsu
“It helped me not only connect with people in the community but just connect with myself. Art is so therapeutic. It helped calm me and make me feel at peace.”
Brenna Smith
“I think it mainly helps me process my experience and find ways to integrate it back into myself. Reidentify myself!”
Sarah Dzida
“I always felt welcomed and ‘at home’. I truly wish I could attend every month and wholeheartedly believe the services you offer would change and even expedite the pace of my healing through creative expression.”
J.O.
“Attending your classes brought me such peace, community that I didn’t realize I needed, and also, it gave me courage to step into not only art but also the use of art for healing from cancer. I am forever grateful to Gail and ArtBoxCDM.”
Jana Marie
“I am taking away a better understanding of how art can help with healing, self-expression, and relaxation. It helped me become more open and creative.”
Jo Alt
“I was surprised by how calming and meaningful the art activities were and how comfortable everyone felt expressing themselves through art.”
Regular Participant
“Gail sets up things so I didn’t have to do the cognitive load of trying to be creative; I could just come here and play, and for me that has been very special and very important.”
Nancy
"Through art, I learned how to let go. I didn't have to control the outcome, just trust the process."
Recovery Program Participant
"I walked in carrying the weight of grief, and walked out with a brighter view of life."
Cancer Care Group Member
"Creating art together helped us come closer as a group. We built trust, shared laughter, and made connections without pressure or judgement."
Program Partner
Healing, in their own words
“What surprised me most was how much more willing I was to speak about things by doing art. The art made heavy conversations flow easier.”
Nathalia Rita
“It was good to meet other vibrant women on the cancer safari/journey! I’m not alone, and we can create together without judgment or being good at art.”
Janice Munemitsu
“It helped me not only connect with people in the community but just connect with myself. Art is so therapeutic. It helped calm me and make me feel at peace.”
Brenna Smith
“I think it mainly helps me process my experience and find ways to integrate it back into myself. Reidentify myself!”
Sarah Dzida
“I always felt welcomed and ‘at home’. I truly wish I could attend every month and wholeheartedly believe the services you offer would change and even expedite the pace of my healing through creative expression.”
J.O.
“Attending your classes brought me such peace, community that I didn’t realize I needed, and also, it gave me courage to step into not only art but also the use of art for healing from cancer. I am forever grateful to Gail and ArtBoxCDM.”
Jana Marie
“I am taking away a better understanding of how art can help with healing, self-expression, and relaxation. It helped me become more open and creative.”
Jo Alt
“I was surprised by how calming and meaningful the art activities were and how comfortable everyone felt expressing themselves through art.”
Regular Participant
“Gail sets up things so I didn’t have to do the cognitive load of trying to be creative; I could just come here and play, and for me that has been very special and very important.”
Nancy
"Through art, I learned how to let go. I didn't have to control the outcome, just trust the process."
Recovery Program Participant
"I walked in carrying the weight of grief, and walked out with a brighter view of life."
Cancer Care Group Member
"Creating art together helped us come closer as a group. We built trust, shared laughter, and made connections without pressure or judgement."
Program Partner
Healing, in their own words
“What surprised me most was how much more willing I was to speak about things by doing art. The art made heavy conversations flow easier.”
Nathalia Rita
“It was good to meet other vibrant women on the cancer safari/journey! I’m not alone, and we can create together without judgment or being good at art.”
Janice Munemitsu
“It helped me not only connect with people in the community but just connect with myself. Art is so therapeutic. It helped calm me and make me feel at peace.”
Brenna Smith
“I think it mainly helps me process my experience and find ways to integrate it back into myself. Reidentify myself!”
Sarah Dzida
“I always felt welcomed and ‘at home’. I truly wish I could attend every month and wholeheartedly believe the services you offer would change and even expedite the pace of my healing through creative expression.”
J.O.
“Attending your classes brought me such peace, community that I didn’t realize I needed, and also, it gave me courage to step into not only art but also the use of art for healing from cancer. I am forever grateful to Gail and ArtBoxCDM.”
Jana Marie
“I am taking away a better understanding of how art can help with healing, self-expression, and relaxation. It helped me become more open and creative.”
Jo Alt
“I was surprised by how calming and meaningful the art activities were and how comfortable everyone felt expressing themselves through art.”
Regular Participant
“Gail sets up things so I didn’t have to do the cognitive load of trying to be creative; I could just come here and play, and for me that has been very special and very important.”
Nancy
"Through art, I learned how to let go. I didn't have to control the outcome, just trust the process."
Recovery Program Participant
"I walked in carrying the weight of grief, and walked out with a brighter view of life."
Cancer Care Group Member
"Creating art together helped us come closer as a group. We built trust, shared laughter, and made connections without pressure or judgement."
Program Partner
Healing, in their own words
“What surprised me most was how much more willing I was to speak about things by doing art. The art made heavy conversations flow easier.”
Nathalia Rita
“It was good to meet other vibrant women on the cancer safari/journey! I’m not alone, and we can create together without judgment or being good at art.”
Janice Munemitsu
“It helped me not only connect with people in the community but just connect with myself. Art is so therapeutic. It helped calm me and make me feel at peace.”
Brenna Smith
“I think it mainly helps me process my experience and find ways to integrate it back into myself. Reidentify myself!”
Sarah Dzida
“I always felt welcomed and ‘at home’. I truly wish I could attend every month and wholeheartedly believe the services you offer would change and even expedite the pace of my healing through creative expression.”
J.O.
“Attending your classes brought me such peace, community that I didn’t realize I needed, and also, it gave me courage to step into not only art but also the use of art for healing from cancer. I am forever grateful to Gail and ArtBoxCDM.”
Jana Marie
“I am taking away a better understanding of how art can help with healing, self-expression, and relaxation. It helped me become more open and creative.”
Jo Alt
“I was surprised by how calming and meaningful the art activities were and how comfortable everyone felt expressing themselves through art.”
Regular Participant
“Gail sets up things so I didn’t have to do the cognitive load of trying to be creative; I could just come here and play, and for me that has been very special and very important.”
Nancy
"Through art, I learned how to let go. I didn't have to control the outcome, just trust the process."
Recovery Program Participant
"I walked in carrying the weight of grief, and walked out with a brighter view of life."
Cancer Care Group Member
"Creating art together helped us come closer as a group. We built trust, shared laughter, and made connections without pressure or judgement."
Program Partner
OUR TEAM
We are clinicians, artists, storytellers & advocates on a mission to heal through creativity.
Gail Wirtz Costello
MAT, MPS, ATR, Co-Founder & Board Chair
Gail Wirtz Costello
MAT, MPS, ATR, Co-Founder & Board Chair
Justin Cohen
BA, Co-Founder & Board Vice-Chair
Justin Cohen
BA, Co-Founder & Board Vice-Chair
Kevin Costello
BS, Treasurer
Kevin Costello
BS, Treasurer
Katy Costello
MA, Secretary
Katy Costello
MA, Secretary
Marc Hapke
BA, Board Member
Marc Hapke
BA, Board Member
Toni Pristo
Ph.D., Board Member
Toni Pristo
Ph.D., Board Member
Maria McCabe
MA, LCPC, Board Member
Maria McCabe
MA, LCPC, Board Member
Sue Bolde
MA, ATR, Board Member
Sue Bolde
MA, ATR, Board Member
Our Mission
We are dedicated to creating accessible, innovative art therapy programs that:
Build emotional resilience
Strengthen human connection
Support healing in clinical and community settings
"Creating art together helped us come closer as a group. We built trust, shared laughter, and made connections without pressure or judgement."
Program Partner
"Creating art together helped us come closer as a group. We built trust, shared laughter, and made connections without pressure or judgement."
Program Partner
"Creating art together helped us come closer as a group. We built trust, shared laughter, and made connections without pressure or judgement."
Program Partner
Let's create paths to healing
together.
Let's create paths to healing together.
