Creative Expressions
An Art Therapy Blog
What are the Benefits of Art Making?
What are the therapeutic benefits art therapy and of drawing or painting? I get asked the question, "what are the benefits of art therapy?" on a pretty regular basis. I thought that it was worth sharing here too. The question seems simple enough, but the answer is...
More on Individuation in Therapy
The Hero's Journey Once upon a time, a youth, headed to the city to seek their fortune. However, they stepped off the main road and curiously, took the footpath that leads them into the woods. The cool, shade of the forest envelops them as they walk further. The...
Beyond Coping Skills
The Medical Model Beyond coping skills is the name of the game for depth work. The current popular trend of acute mental health care programs and interventions focus on coping skills to manage symptoms. These metrics are based on maximizing profits for the insurance...
Managing Anxious Thoughts
You are not your Thoughts - Managing Anxious Thoughts One of the frequent reasons people start therapy is that they are worn out from being constantly v igilant against intrusive or racing thoughts. They ask, "how do I manage anxious thoughts?" So, this is...
The Universe Is Conspiring With You
A Surprise Challenge This is a story about how the universe is conspiring with you if you're looking for it. Jung called it synchronicity. Quantum physics are providing us proof of this concept at this point. The other day I had a surprise challenge. I was going...
Self Care and Embodied Wisdom
Our bodies tell us stories and offering up wisdom on a daily basis. Symptoms and body sensations are a language of their own. Therefore, the more we connect with our bodies, the we can understand these messages. Art therapy is a great way to give your body ways to...