As the days stretch on during this pandemic, many people are low on energy and feel emotionally depleted—perhaps even hopeless. While we are fortunate in Australia (in comparison to what some countries have endured), we know it is not over. The fact that things could get worse creates a foreboding sense of uncertainty. Relationships and […]
Every art therapist seems to love mandalas and the effect they often have on clients. Mandala is a Sanskrit word from India that means, “disk” or “circle”. It is often expressed as a symbolic pattern usually in a form of a circle divided into four or more separate sections. Creating such a graphic symbol allows […]
What is presently in your life that you’d like to let go? Your unconscious knows where you get too attached. The mindfulness practice of walking in a circle, for instance, allows you to observe what’s going through your mind and what’s emerging from a deeper place. So again, what is currently holding you back in […]
It is helpful to distinguish between the following in psychological testing: subjective, objective and ‘in-between’ methods—such as projective techniques, which are mainly used in art therapy. Subjective: A type of self-analysis where the client talks about their life and problems and is helped to interpret them. This is typically used in initial assessments! Objective: Using […]
Should we be talking during the drawing process? Is talking in art therapy a smart move? Good question. The answer? It depends on the client. Some children with trauma history find it helpful, especially to help diffuse their powerful and overwhelming feelings. Others become extremely involved with their art making and find it disrupting. Talking […]
Art therapy involves very practical art therapy techniques that encourage creative expression in order to foster healing and well-being. Here is one simple technique that can be used for both personal self-reflection and to help a client get in touch with the deeper self. Place an object in the palm of your hand. A good […]