Enriching young lives one brush stroke at a time

Join us at our art programs in Medfield, MA where kids of all ages engage with peers in a fun, welcoming environment. Our weekly classes taught by our professional therapist who will guide and address the needs of each student.

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Therapist-Led

Professionally taught classes that showcase our expertise in sensory play, drop-in play, and anxiety groups

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Group Benefits

Make friends, enhance social skills, and increase self-esteem

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Get Messy

Kids enjoy the freedom of making a mess while expressing themselves

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Age Based

Classes are divided on specific ages and geared toward their needs

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Weekly Sessions

New projects to explore each week and all supplies are included

About Branches & Brushes

The mission of our company is to offer a supportive group environment that allows for healing and learning. Our instructor, Mary Winstanley is a Mental Health Counselor with a background in Fine Arts. During the week she works with individual clients, but on the weekends she devotes her time to children and teens who can benefit from someone who will listen in a fun environment. Working through art takes the pressure off of sitting one-on-one and lets the student explore their hidden creativity.

Explore our Classes

Art and Wellness

This class is geared toward ages 7-12. In this relaxing, creative and judgement free space we use art, sand, storytelling and other mindfulness tools to connect within a group setting. We explore how different mediums help us access emotions, share experiences and learn new things about art and ourselves! Each week a new project is presented with a variety of options to engage comfortably or try new supplies with guidance. We end with a new closing each time to share thoughts and see how our experience can connect us in new ways. 

Sensory Experience 

This class is geared toward toddlers ages 3-6. In this energetic, colorful space toddlers explore art, get messy and meet friends. Sensory activities are set up inviting kids to enjoy each area in their own time. From shaving cream, jell-o, sand and paint…the possibilities are endless! Sensory play helps children understand how their actions affect what’s around them supporting brain development, enhancing memory, complex tasks and problem solving. 

Mindful Moments

This drop in group offers a variety of mediums, a meditative environment and supportive space to decompress. Come individually or bring friends.

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A wonderful experience! My children (5 and 3 years old) loved exploring different ways to create art! Mary supports an environment that is safe and comfortable to take chances and imagine.”