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 […]
I chose the subject of trauma for this CECAT assignment due to my previous employment of working directly with children that were removed from families due to abuse and neglect. Within this role I observed the ongoing impact of these trauma experiences on the wellbeing of the child. Find out more!
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. Art therapy is a unique form of psychotherapy that uses artistic expression as a tool for healing and growth. It’s like […]
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.
Have you ever felt the profound impact of art on your emotions and well-being? Perhaps you’ve experienced firsthand how expressing yourself creatively can bring clarity, healing, and a sense of empowerment. If you’re passionate about art and driven to help others, a career in art therapy might be your calling. While the traditional path often […]
Human trafficking is a devastating global issue that leaves deep psychological scars on its victims. Survivors often experience severe trauma that fractures their lives, personalities, and relationships. The coercive environments and abuse experienced by victims strip away their sense of identity, leaving them feeling powerless and voiceless.
In contrast to traditional talk-based therapies, art therapy dismantles the hierarchy between therapist and client, in which the therapist is typically looked up to as the ‘expert’…
Working with this group of people, I was amazed not only at the high level of work produced but also the profound healing and huge boost to the participants confidence and overall wellbeing that the process of creating art promoted.
I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by well-known Trauma Therapist podcaster Guy Macpherson. You can listen to the podcast below. For the video version, please see Art Therapy Videos. WATCH THE VIDEO Art Therapy Podcast Summary The podcast starts with my personal story, as Guy is always interested in how his interviewees got […]
In this blog article, one of our students shares a personal account of being stranded in Myanmar.