Save to Favorites 3 Favorites X Save to Favorites Please Login or Register to save content. I had a Ceramic class that perpetually had a lot of drops in the first cycle of classes. Most of the reasons were intrinsic to the school I was at and had nothing to do with me. In my […]
"The healthiest form of projection is art" ~ Fritz Perls Here is a popular internet list of art therapy activities originally posted up in 2011 by the Nursing School Blog. I have since taken over the list and I consistently research current links that reflect the most inspiring art therapy...
Are you struggling with a lack of focus, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, stress, frustration? Here are some art therapy exercises for you:
You don’t have to be an artist to benefit from art therapy activities. Because art therapy activities are specifically designed so that anyone can do them, regardless of their artistic abilities. A…
Therapeutic art activities are an excellent tool for school counselors to integrate into group counseling and individual counseling. It allows students to express thoughts and feelings in a different way that is less intimidating and more engaging. How can you integrate art therapy?
"Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." - Pablo Picasso Art therapy is a broad term used to refer to the practice of creating as a way
It is helpful for your client to have an art therapy supplies kit that they can use when seeking coping strategies through art therapy activities.
We all have narratives that we use to weave together our beliefs and experiences in a way that feels meaningful. We can often have dominant narratives eg ‘I’m a victim’ that then influence how we r…
Exploring life and art through the lens of my faith. Art journaling transforms our words and thoughts into images.
De-stress with these easy, creative art therapy techniques.
This illustrated "sketchnote" conveys the concept of Neuroplasticity, which is the science of how we can rewire our brains to change and adapt continuously throughout life. Perfect as office wall art for therapists, social workers, and other mental health advocates. This illustration is featured in the TAKE TWO Online Course, taught by Kate Simpson and Ellen Cady. Through a combination of daily journal writing and guided meditations over 28 days, the course will teach practices to build inner resilience and promote greater happiness in life. For more information or to sign up for their course, please visit their website here: https://www.taketwojournal.com/28-day-course. The online course is a guide for TAKE TWO: A JOURNAL FOR NEW BEGINNINGS, authored by Kate Simpson, Ellen Watson, and Kari Herer. YOU GET: - one 8"x10" print of my original illustration (printed on warm white cardstock) ***Frame is NOT included and the watermark will not appear on the final print. SHIPPING INFORMATION: -Carefully packaged in a waterproof cellophane sleeve with backing board -Ships via USPS in a sturdy rigid mailer Designed and printed in the USA. -------------------------------------------------------------- See the rest of the Sketchnote Series here: https://etsy.me/2UEiREg -------------------------------------------------------------- All prints are made by me. They are hand-lettered and illustrated, then digitized, then printed. All are packaged with a sturdy backing board. *Please note: Actual print colors may differ slightly from colors on your screen due to different screen resolutions and color depths. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/KatieVazDesign TWITTER: https://twitter.com/katievaz INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/katiemarievaz ©2020 Katie Vaz Design. Cannot be copied or reproduced.
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What do I want to talk about? An exercise to enable children to think about what they wish to discuss with an adult or the person who is helping them.
What is narrative therapy? Find its approach, examples & key concepts.
“It’s not how smart you are that matters, what really counts is how you are smart.” ~ Howard Gardner Did you know that there are at least eight different potential pathways to lea…
Visualizing your happy place is a powerful tool for students and youth. When we are stuck in an uncomfortable situation or longing for class to end, this visualization helps to bring in positive fe…
GoodTherapy.org was founded in 2007 by Noah Rubinstein, a licensed marriage and family therapist who wanted to prevent abuse and harm in therapy.
Do you have child that will grow up to be an artist? Will they make their living through fine art or commercial art? For those of you that shook your head no I encourage you to ask the question how can art encourage your child even if they aren't a gifted artist. What is art and how can it benefit every child?
One of the most common issues I come across when working with children is poor self esteem. We all have times when we feel bad about ourselves. But kids are trying to find their identity. Learning what they are good at and what they aren't. Working out how they are the same and different to others and if this is important. The way we see ourselves as a child can impact how we see ourselves as an adult. Why self esteem is important Kids who feel good about themselves have the confidence to tr
Mindfulness exercises for adults and practitioners to learn more about it.
Are you feeling anxious? Learn how art therapy for anxiety can help you express emotions and connect with others while creating art.
Are you struggling with a lack of focus, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, stress, frustration? Here are some art therapy exercises for you:
When You Can’t Draw Your Feelings Hello friends, today, I'll show you what you can do if you’re feeling stuck with trying to express your feelings through art. You might have tried to do this exercise I shared previously, where I showed you how to draw or paint your emotions on paper. I know so
Art Therapy Techniques and Applications contains a composite of therapeutic goals and evocative ideas that can be used with a wide variety of clients.
You don’t have to be an artist to benefit from art therapy activities. Because art therapy activities are specifically designed so that anyone can do them, regardless of their artistic abilities. A…
Relax through making art with these totally easy and mind-blowingly fun creative ideas. You can use art therapeutically and completely enjoy the process.
Art Therapy can provide techniques that will help the client feel calm and able to focus on the task at hand. Once the feeling of anxiety is defused, the client is then in a more stable state of mind to process thoughts, emotions and assess their behaviour.
If you’re looking for some ideas for group therapy activities, scribble swap drawings can be fun and stimulate good reflection and discussion from the art process. Materials:PaperPencilsOther drawing media – colored pens, markers, crayons, colored pencils, pastels, etcPaint (maybe – I find that paint tends to lead to longer projects, so be aware of this …
Sometimes, the solution to a problem won’t come to your head. It’s times like this you could try art therapy. Here're different ways to do:
Art therapy activities for relaxation will help you change the mood from stressed and hectic to calm and relaxed. Knowing how to de-stress and relax is an essential skill for a healthy life. These …
Drawing from Within is an introductory guide for those wanting to explore the use of art with clients with eating disorders.
Clinical Art Therapy vs. Nonclinical Art Therapy Did you know that there are 2 different art therapy work types? Most people don’t know about this, and most art therapists don’t think about this so much, even though intentionally choosing which type they want to work with can make a HUGE differen
"Each person’s life is like a mandala – a vast, limitless circle. We stand in the center of our own circle, and everything we see, hear and think forms the mandala of our life." - Pema Chodron For three years I created intuitive mandalas as my morning meditation practice. This...
Use this art therapy exercise to help clients practice mindfulness and relaxation through awareness and control of their breathing.
Trauma-Informed Art Therapy & Positive Psychology: Enhancing Resilience and Posttraumatic Growth March 7th & 8th, 2014, First Unitarian...
Are you struggling with a lack of focus, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, stress, frustration? Here are some art therapy exercises for you:
Forgiveness is a concept that has a deeper and more personal meaning of acceptance of what has happened and how we have been impacted.
"Art is a wound turned into light." ~ Georges Braque Many years ago I inherited this list called "Top Art Therapy Blogs." I regularly effort to keep up this list by clearing out defunct links and non-updated blogs to feature the freshest writings about art therapy, the expressive arts, and...
An art therapy group can facilitate the therapeutic process by using art as a method of exploration and discovery of experiences and emotional expression.
The term art medium is an interchangeable term to explain some of the art processes and supplies that can be used when making art.
Art therapy activities for relaxation will help you change the mood from stressed and hectic to calm and relaxed. Knowing how to de-stress and relax is an essential skill for a healthy life. These …