Therapy

In a world that often emphasises external validation, cultivating a strong sense of self-esteem can feel like an uphill battle. We’re bombarded with images of perfection and constantly encouraged to compare ourselves to others.

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.

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.