My Approach
I approach healing through multiple methods in addition to traditional talk therapy; each with its own strengths and focus, each with the capacity to nurture and encourage healing of the mind, body, spirit, and soul. Art Therapy, has been researched and used in a variety of settings, both institutionally, and in private practice.
Art therapy can enhance the well being of clients who find that words are not enough, who don’t wish to speak, or are unable to speak. It is a healing-arts approach that brings together the mind and the body, based on the belief and experience that our creative processes can help heal a variety of wounds. It helps people access emotions, express them, and by containing them in a visual format it can help increase self-awareness, self-esteem, and promote wellbeing.
Art therapy uses a wide variety of art materials. Clients are not expected to have artistic skills, but are encouraged to play with, and experience art materials. With the presence of the art therapist clients learn how to use materials if they don’t already know how, and they have the opportunity to create images in a supportive, empathetic, non-judgmental environment. It can be used in both individual and group settings.
What is a typical session like? It...
* Lasts 50-60 minutes; and art materials are provided.
* Begins with a brief conversation about what issues/thoughts brought you into the session.
* Invites you to engage in an art-making activity especially designed to help you uncover
unique solutions to your specific problems.
* Allows time for verbal discussion of your artwork and art experience to increase
self-understanding and to integrate material revealed through art.
* Does NOT require artistic ability, experience,or talent!
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