Imagery and creativity involve parts of the brain that are often bypassed in traditional talk therapy.Those who have experienced art therapy sometimes refer to it as “magical,” but it is also supported by research.Art therapists are professionals trained in both art and therapy.
Anyone can benefit from art therapy—you don’t have to be “good at art.”With art therapy, the process is more important than the product.(The art on this page are examples of art therapy). As a master’s level art therapist, I will work with you to discover exciting ways that working with images and art materials can engage you in healing or self-discovery.For example, you might:
Explore your dream imagery or personal archetypes through collage
Enhance relationships or explore your family issues by working with photographs
Engage in creative problem-solving through artmaking “directives” in a variety of colorful media
Discover the stress-relieving process of expressing yourself safely through artmaking.
Special Uses for Art Therapy
People coping with life transitions gain perspective and reduce anxiety or depression.
People exploring existential issues such as grief due to loss or illness, finding their purpose in life, or searching for spiritual meaning, achieve insight and enrichment.
Children are helped to work through issues which are unable to verbalize, improving self-esteem and contentment.
Elders or those facing terminal illness find fulfillment through creative life review work.
