In high-pressure society, individuals frequently face emotional challenges and suboptimal health due to stress from work and daily life, which can severely impact their quality of life. This study leverages self-determination theory, integrating the Daoist Five Elements concept from traditional Chinese culture, to design an interactive, immersive art therapy space comprising three distinct areas. The space is designed to offer a personalized, immersive experience that aligns with individual’s Five Elements characteristics reflected by mental state, aiming to reduce stress, regulate emotions, and enhance self-awareness. The short paper explores how the cognitive mechanisms of autonomy, competence, and relatedness—key components of self-determination theory—can be applied to extract artistic symbols derived from the Five Elements and inform the design of interactive processes. The study investigates the research and design process of three distinct interactive areas in the art therapy space: Five Elements Testing, Interactive Engagement, and Meditative Immersion. We detail the principles of visual, auditory, and interactive behavior design for each area, followed by an evaluation experiment to assess the effectiveness of art therapy across the three areas. The final evaluation results demonstrate that our art therapy space significantly enhances participants’ self-awareness and emotional regulation. Within the context of human-computer interaction, this artwork offers fresh theoretical insights and practical approaches to art therapy, providing valuable references for improving the physical and mental well-being in modern society.