Good Day Kansas – Art Therapy with Joy Davis

In today’s Good Day Kansas segment, we explore the healing power of art therapy at Saint Francis Ministries’ Salina West location. Joy, the on-site art therapist, shares how this creative outlet helps children process trauma, build self-esteem, and regulate emotions in a safe and calming environment. Through guided sessions focused on mindfulness and emotional expression, children experience what Joy calls “flow”—a peaceful mental state where they can escape stress and reconnect with themselves. Often arriving anxious or elevated, kids leave each session more grounded, relaxed, and smiling. With soft music, a nurturing atmosphere, and the freedom to express without words, art therapy becomes a vital tool in their path to healing.