ART THERAPY

Art therapy is a form of expressive therapy, utilizing the creative process of art-making to enhance a person’s physical, mental and emotional well-being. Art therapy combines the creation of art and psychotherapeutic foundations to facilitate self-exploration, discovery, and understanding.

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Art is a tool for communication, self-examination and healing. Using imagery, colour, and shape as part of this creative therapeutic process, thoughts and feelings can be expressed that would otherwise be difficult to convey verbally.

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Art therapy is effective for people of all ages. Art therapy can help in managing feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression, improve self-esteem and self-awareness, and stimulate cognitive abilities. Art therapy can be used to explore challenges with relationships, family, loss, life transitions, self-development, and more. Treatment plans are tailored towards the individual’s presenting concerns and goals.

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Artistic talent is not required, only a willingness and curiosity to use art materials in an exploratory way!