Coronavirus (COVID-19) information for Dana-Farber patients & families Learn more Read disclaimer about translations Find a Doctor Give Now My Dana-Farber Search MENU For Patients & Families Why Dana-FarberCare & TreatmentBecoming a PatientCaring for a Loved OnePrevention & RiskFor Survivors HOME FOR PATIENTS AND FAMILIES CARE & TREATMENT SUPPORT SERVICES & AMENITIES EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPY SHARE PRINT EMAIL Expressive Arts Therapy Contact the Zakim Center 617-632-3322 Expressing oneself through the arts, whether visual or musical, can help patients feel more relaxed, support pain management, and provide valuable coping skills. Sponsored by the The Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living, the Expressive Arts Therapy program provides opportunities for adult patients to paint, write, and make jewelry, collages, and other visual media. Therapists also facilitate group experiences that explore active music making and listening, paired with mindfulness and relaxation techniques to decrease feelings of isolation and enhance quality of life for adult cancer patients. Materials for these sessions are provided by the Zakim Center, and no artistic experience is necessary. Programs include: Open Arts Studio: A walk-in space in the Eleanor and Maxwell Blum Patient and Family Resource Center on the first floor of the Yawkey Center that provides materials for, and assistance with, independently exploring creative arts. Creative Arts Workshops: Painting, jewelry making, collage, knitting, and more. Music Therapy: Group music experiences that explore music making, instrument instruction, and meditation supported by live music. Creative Writing at the Blum Center: Volunteers help inspire your creative process and teach new techniques. The Open Arts Studio is open Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All materials and art instruction are provided free of charge. Please contact the Zakim Center at 617-632-3322 for more details. For information about current Expressive Arts Therapy offerings, visit the Zakim Center program calendar, or contact the Center at 617-632-3322, or email zakim_center@dfci.harvard.edu. Art Studio or Environmental Music Volunteer If you're interested in becoming an Art Studio or Environmental Music volunteer with the Zakim Center, please visit Volunteer Services for expectations and an online application. We're here to help Support Services and Amenities We offer a wide range of services, from financial planning to creative arts to spiritual counsel, to support our patients through their cancer experiences. Support Services and Amenities Resources and Support for Cancer Caregivers We offer suggestions for online resources and books to assist in the caregiving journey. For Caregivers Join Our Online Cancer Community Join Dana-Farber's online cancer community and connect with other patients and survivors for support and information. Join CancerConnect We use cookies to make our site work. We also use optional cookies to measure our site’s performance, personalize content and provide social media features, including through advertising and analytics partners. You can click on “Cookie settings” to disable these optional cookies. By using our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Website Privacy Policy. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies