Paint the Stars Art Therapy, LLC

10/04/2025

“Being kind means we respect the world.” That’s what kindness is to this 6 year old. Imagine if we all followed that same approach… just another moment of we love what we do.

09/29/2025

When you are a child and your parents are separated you go through a wide variety of phases and feelings.

As you get older your vision for what you want for yourself becomes clearer and sometimes that means more or less of a relationship with one parent. There could be a wide variety of reasons for this. As a therapist I try to stay present with clients and help them see what they need emotionally, physically and mentally in this moment in time.

Is something related to a parent causing you pain? Or worse, harm?
Are you feeling unsafe in an environment?
Are you feeling a lack of trust from a parent?
Are you noticing your mental health decline when with a parent?

We discuss it all. And yes sometimes the end result is to have a judge hear your cries and grant your wishes… as depicted here.

Do you see the bandaids as healing? ❤️‍🩹 we do.

09/23/2025

APA Statement on White House Announcement on Autism https://ow.ly/P6k850X0zCi

09/22/2025

It’s Monday… anyone else need a hug? Here’s one on us! Connection is everything…

09/11/2025

Never forgotten.

09/10/2025

(Trigger warning)
Today is Su***de Prevention Day.

Also today many mental health facilities and agencies are losing funding.

Also today many mental health facilities are struggling to hire new professionals.

Also today many mental health facilities do not have accommodations to meet the needs of their communities…

But also, today, someone out there is struggling and won’t know how to get the help they need.

Resources are all around you:
👍🏼 Schools
👍🏼 Your doctor
👍🏼 Your parents
👍🏼 Friends
👍🏼 Local Therapists
👍🏼 Clery at your church or temple or mosque

Remember that when you reach out, when you ask for help, you are quieting the negative voices you hear that are telling you to give up. You are showing just how strong you are.
You are making the right choice for yourself.
Remember you are never alone.
Fight back.
Don’t give up.
We love you and we want you to stay.
Someone always wants you to stay.
Your story isn’t over.

If you or someone you know is struggling Text 988 for assistance.
***depreventionmonth ***depreventionday ***depreventionawareness ***de #910 ***de

09/09/2025

Missing Juvenile
Cranford

09/09/2025

Have some superhero toys or actions figures you are looking to get rid of? We are seeking some toy donations of gently used action figures! DM us! We’d be so thankful!
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09/02/2025

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣
Help us welcome our newest Princeton Therapist!
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Shu Su is a Licensed Professional Art Therapist (ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT) and bilingual in English & Mandarin, dedicated to supporting clients through creativity, compassion, and connection. She graduated from the master Clinical Art Therapy program at Long Island University in 2017.

She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults who are navigating challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and life transitions. She also has experience supporting survivors of domestic violence and individuals struggling with stress, identity, or self-esteem.

In her sessions, she combines art-making with evidence-based therapy approaches to create a safe space for expression and healing. Whether through painting, collage, or mixed media, art becomes a bridge to emotions that may be hard to put into words.

As a bilingual therapist, she understands the importance of cultural awareness and language accessibility. She is honored to walk alongside clients from diverse backgrounds, helping them build resilience, rediscover strengths, and create new possibilities for growth.

We are so happy to have Shu on board! Shu is accepting new clients in Princeton on Tuesdays and Fridays

09/02/2025

THIS

As many as 58 percent of people with depression who menstruate might have premenstrual exacerbation of depression, studies suggest.
https://wapo.st/3JDbwAS

09/01/2025

September is su***de awareness prevention month. We will be showcasing some art created by those who have proudly fought and overcome SI.
They are strong, they are brave and most of all they are not alone.
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You don’t have to be a therapist or a helping professional to be there for someone…
Be kind
Be a listener
Be supportive
Be a friend
Be a safe space
Be there
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And to those who are struggling…
You are NEVER alone. Someone is waiting to hear your story, someone is ready and willing to sit with you.
Your story isn’t over;;;
Text: 988
***depreventionmonth ***depreventionmonth ***depreventionawareness ***deprevention ***deawarenessmonth ***deawarenessprevention

08/25/2025

MAMAS!
Our groups is back this fall, it’s just for us, about us, ran by us! 🤣🤣🤣
Group is led by a Licensed Professional Counselor who is also a mom. 🫶🏼🫶🏼
Yes you can get creative but no you don’t have to!

It’s back.
Coffee and a Side of Mom Guilt
Back this fall for the moms in need.
🫶🏼Who: Moms of all ages with children of all ages
🫶🏼What: A group where moms can vent, bitch, seek advice, problem solve and more. (Creativity Is optional)
🫶🏼When: Wednesdays (virtual) or Fridays (in person)
🫶🏼Where: Manalapan
🫶🏼Why: YOU DESERVE IT

Bring your coffee and a mom friend. Leave with your peace and sanity back in place.