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Art Therapy

Art Therapy

11 Aug 2022 by Ted Escobedo   2 min read
Art Therapy offers many psychological benefits but it isn’t designed to help you improve your artistic skills. Its goals can vary depending on the context in which its being used, but a few of the most common ways that Art Therapy works include:
  • Providing opportunity for self-expression: Art can be a safe, positive way to express thoughts, feelings, or memories that you might otherwise find it difficult to voice.
  • Building self-esteem: The process of completing a creative project can be a way to find value in yourself and build the confidence to try things you might find intimidating.
  • Gaining psychological insight: Some forms of Art Therapy may include attention to the symbols present in your creative work, with your therapist helping you understand the potential subconscious meanings behind the images you create.
  • Processing emotions: The boundaries of a creative project can provide a so-called “container” for strong emotions both positive and negative, giving you a place to express them without worrying that they might become overwhelming.
  • Stress reduction: Creative work is known to be an effective way to deal with stress, so Art Therapy can help you calm worries and build new coping mechanisms for difficult situations.
  • Source: https://zencare.co/therapy-type/art-therapy

    • FREE ART THERAPY CLASS

    The RGCF will host a class about Art Therapy on Saturday, August 27, from 10am-12noon at the RGCF Classroom. Call 915-562-7660 to reserve your space.

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