In a world that often feels like it’s moving at warp speed, taking a moment to truly connect with ourselves can feel like a luxury. But what if I told you there’s a powerful, accessible tool that combines the introspective nature of writing with the expressive freedom of art, all within the pages of your own journal? Welcome to the world of Creative Journaling.
Ever felt the profound way art can speak when words fail? Imagine harnessing that incredible power to help others navigate their deepest emotions, heal from trauma, and unlock their inner potential.
Art therapy with children is a natural and non-threatening way for children to express emotions, especially when they’ve experienced trauma or loss.
The Art Therapist’s role in Australia’s aging population is to create a bridge between the medical and psychological worlds to treat older individuals holistically. In doing so, there is a need to be flexible because there are many limitations affecting this population.
Is a Master’s Degree Essential for Practice? Across the globe, including Australia, there’s a prevailing notion that a master’s degree is a must-have for anyone aspiring to practice art therapy. But wait—this is actually a myth!
Art therapy with clay is an expressive form of therapy that involves creating sculptures, pots, and other art forms using various types of clay. A trained art therapist facilitates this therapy, guiding individuals in their clay-making process while helping them explore their emotions, develop coping mechanisms, and gain personal insights.
The Healing Brushstrokes of Art Therapy In a world where words often fall short, art therapy shines brightly as a transformative form of expression. It is not just a method of healing; it is a compassionate journey that taps into the creative spirit within us all. Through the power of artistic creation, art therapy delves […]
Although traditional treatment for trauma usually involves psychotherapy treatments such as a CBT or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) process, this may not be successful with every client as these processes rely on a verbal history taking and explanation of symptoms, which may be too difficult to verbalise in therapy due to potential self-protection strategies.
Have you ever felt a surge of emotion that words couldn’t capture? Or perhaps you’ve experienced a difficult time and needed a creative outlet to process your feelings. Art therapy could be the answer.
Why consider studying art therapy as an art educator? As a young person, I chose to pursue art as a vocation and eventually became a Visual Arts teacher. On my way to becoming a teacher, I experienced some mental health issues and was able to use painting, drawing and writing to help process, integrate, and resolve them.