High school students are easily affected by social anxiety during their growth process. The aesthetic experience and creative process possessed by the art discipline can alleviate students' anxiety. This article is based on high school art classes, combining painting, design, and other content to explore more effective ways of applying color therapy. Through various art practice activities such as color cognition activities, students are guided to express their emotions through colors, establish selfconfidence, and provide support for innovation in art teaching and the development of students' mental health.