Through thoughtfully curated events and immersive arts programming, we seek to foster a sense of belonging and empowerment.
What truly sets us apart is our commitment to artist development from a peer-to-peer standpoint, recognizing the strength and uniqueness that each individual brings to the creative table.
Join us in this collaborative journey, where art becomes a medium for both personal expression and community-driven healing.
Together, let’s redefine the intersection of mental health and artistry.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Address
5980 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035
Hours
Monday
11am – 4pm
Wednesday
11am – 4pm
Thursday
12pm – 5pm
WHAT WE OFFER
Access free workshops, materials, and resources for mental health, art, social work, and occupational therapy. Peer-run support groups provide a safe space for people to connect and share their lived experiences.
Support Painted Brain’s community center and programming by making a direct donation to provide peer-to-peer support to both local and global communities.
Occupational Therapy:
Occupational Therapy is a holistic health profession that supports a person’s ability to functionally engage in meaningful and health-promoting daily activities and routines.
At Painted Brain, our occupational therapists and occupational therapy interns provide support to community members as needed to help them engage in the different activities and spaces throughout the Community Center.
Individuals can also receive OT services on a drop-in basis for support related to daily routines (e.g., self-care, sleep, eating, school, work, etc.), life skills, self-regulation, sensory needs, and social skills.
 Request an OT intake form
A staff member will complete the OT intake form with you at the Community Center to thoroughly assess your OT needs.Â
SOCIAL WORK SERVICES
Anyone joining Painted Brain’s Community Center for art or community events can network onsite with a Social Work Intern.
Social Work Interns may connect with individuals during Community Center groups for general information but can also provide more individualized support upon request.
Individualized support from a Social Work Intern may include case management, supportive counseling sessions, and/or support with resource navigation.
To request support from a Social Work Intern, you can request individualized services from the social worker intern directly or email Ari.Aho@paintedbrain.org with more information about your needs. Painted Brain staff will reach out to you directly to schedule an appointment regarding the request.
Please note that Painted Brain provides recovery resources but is not a crisis resource.
If you need immediate support from a social worker or are a danger to yourself or others, please contact 988 or 911 for more immediate support.
PEER SUPPORT GROUPS AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER
Every day from 12 pm to 1 pm, we conduct a program called Release, Relax, Receive, which includes our community meeting. This is an opportunity to practice mindfulness activities such as meditation and breathing exercises.
Open every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, offering peer-run activities and workshops for those who wish to participate.
You can also interact with other members of the community during this time.
We offer various art activities that focus on personal wellness, such as vision boarding, collaging, painting, ceramics, and arts, and crafts, among others.Â
In addition, we provide training on relevant skills such as creative writing, social media literacy, and audio podcasting.
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At Painted Brain, we believe that art has the power to transform lives, inspire change, and bring communities together. Our mission is to create and sustain a vibrant arts community through diverse projects, exhibitions, arts programming, and essential resources for artists. To continue this vital work, we rely on the generosity of donors like you.
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