Your Questions, Answered.
Art + Approach
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We offer a variety of art experiences for different ages and needs, including:
Unparented (ages 4–6)
Parented (ages 1.5–5)
After-school programs (ages 7–12)
One-on-one therapeutic art sessions for all ages
Baby + Me (Infant + Caregiver)
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Shine’s art therapy–informed sessions invite children and families to explore art-making in open-ended ways. Materials are intentionally selected to foster emotional resiliency, curiosity, self-exploration, and overall physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being. The focus is on the creative process, encouraging creativity, emotional expression, self-awareness, and personal growth.
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Our children’s programs are inspired by art therapy principles but are not clinical therapy sessions. We integrate therapeutic techniques—such as carefully chosen materials and sensory-rich activities—to nurture emotional well‑being and self‑expression in a fun, supportive setting.
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Sometimes, but not every session results in something to take home.
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Our art materials are non-toxic. Children with these tendencies are welcome to attend our parented programs.
Registration + Logistics
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You can register anytime through our website on the Register page. Feel free to email us with questions.
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We understand that plans change! To receive a refund or credit, cancellations must be made at least one week before the session starts. If we can fill the spot with less notice, we’re happy to refund. No refunds or credits after the program begins.
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To help keep everyone healthy, please keep your child home if they are showing any signs of illness—such as fever, cough, vomiting, diarrhea, or a runny nose not caused by allergies. As space is limited, we’re unable to offer make-up classes.
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9865 87 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 2N6 in the Mill Creek Community of Edmonton.
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Street parking is available in the surrounding residential area. There’s a designated bike lane out front and a bike rack at Shine.
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Yes, our space is barrier-free with step-free back entrance and accessible washrooms.
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You are in the right place! We strive to be inclusive and can accommodate a range of needs.
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Our programs are primarily for children ages 1.5–12. Therapeutic sessions and creative workshops are also available for all ages.
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Some programs are parented while others are drop-off. Each listing will note whether the session is parented or un-parented.
Experience + Atmosphere
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Clothes they can get messy in! We provide all art materials.
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Yes! We’re a tech-free space to encourage hands-on, sensory-rich exploration. If you're staying for a class, please turn off your phone.
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At Shine, we value respect, emotional safety, and acceptance. We strive to create an inclusive space where all children and families feel seen, supported, and welcome, just as they are.
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No. Please send your child a simple, nut-free snack.
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A typical session includes a check-in, creative art-making, reflection, and wrap-up. Each session is tailored to individual needs, focusing on self-expression, creativity, and emotional well-being.
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Children, teens, and adults seeking support with stress, emotional regulation, self-expression, or personal growth are welcome.
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No prior art experience or skill is required. Sessions focus on the process of creating, not the final product.
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Sessions are typically 60 minutes. For best results, weekly sessions are recommended, though frequency can be tailored to individual needs and goals.
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Clients can choose how much they want to share. Sessions may involve talking, creative expression, or a combination, whatever feels most comfortable.
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Art is the language in these sessions. The use of art materials provide a gateway to process emotions, reduce stress, and build self-awareness.
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A variety of art-making materials are available and chosen with intention, including crayons, paints, collage materials, paper, clay, and more. All materials are carefully selected for safety, sensory engagement, and suitability for children, teens, and adults.
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Typically sessions are one-on-one, but we are happy to discuss what works best for you and your family.
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We follow the child’s lead and offer multiple ways to engage. Sometimes just being in a creative space is enough.
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Jennifer offers structured literacy tutoring. She is trained in the Orton Gillingham and Wilson Reading System for students with dyslexia or struggling readers. She blends multisensory methodology with visual, tactile, kinesthetic senses to help students connect letters and sounds for decoding, spelling and writing skills.
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Children who may be dyslexic, struggling readers or who would benefit from extra encouragement, skill-building, or confidence in literacy.
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Each 60-minute session is personalized to your child’s needs following the Wilson Reading System. All materials are provided, and payment is made directly to Jennifer.
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Jennifer is a Neuroptimal Certified Neurofeedback trainer and uses a safe non-invasive brain training system where real time feedback is provided to the brain so it can self correct and improve its flexibility and resilience.
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Jennifer is a Neuroptimal Certified Neurofeedback trainer and uses a safe, non-invasive, “dynamic” brain training system where real time feedback is provided to the brain so it can self correct and improve its flexibility and resilience.
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Wear comfortable clothing and arrive a few minutes early. Payment is made directly to Jennifer.
Private Sessions
Still Have Questions?
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