Some people have come to question the use of the term “art therapy” on this site. While there is nothing wrong with this, I feel that this is a topic worth addressing as there may be other readers who feel the same way. One visitor to the site, Fiona, made the following comment on the benefits […]
“Standing Tall” – Art Therapy Artwork
Video: Art Therapy Aids Girl With Eating Disorder
Below is a clip from the HBO documentary about eating disorders, THIN. THIN explores the Renfrew Center, a residential facility that treats women with eating disorders. The clip is from an art therapy session with a girl named Alisa. It’s an interesting glimpse into an art therapy session with a professional art therapist and showcases one of […]
Traumatized Cat Saved By Art Therapy
A traumatized cat darted up a tree yesterday and went into shock for hours. The cat, Ruby, was frolicking in the yard when a large labrador retriever began chasing her. Without a hiding place in sight, Ruby ran to the nearest tree and climbed it as fast her little legs and claws would take her, […]
Mandala Art Activity For Self-Discovery And Healing
Now that you’ve read about the concept of Mandala art and its history, you’re ready to learn how to create one and exercise the mandala’s power. The core of mandala designs is the circle. You are not bound by any particular colors or materials to create your mandala art, so let your feelings and instincts […]
Healing With Mandala Art Therapy – A Multi-Cultural Idea Worth Exploring
History & Meaning of the Mandala The Mandala (Sanskrit for “circle” or “completion”) has a long history and is recognized for its deep spiritual meaning and representation of wholeness.
Starscape
Since I spend a lot of time on the computer, I enjoy doing a little art therapy of my own. So, from time to time, I’ll post some of the artwork. It’s nothing spectacular, but it’s soothing for me. Plus, it adds a little color to the site! I have a couple new posts in […]
Art Therapy Relieves Cancer Patients at St. Luke’s
A very inspiring story from Kansas about how cancer patients at St. Luke’s Hospital are using art therapy to help understand and relieve emotional distress that comes with their illness…
Art Heals Elders, Relieves Depression and Anxiety
Hill Haven, a nursing care facility in New York, is just another example of how art therapy is being utilized to help people heal. A recent story explains how the residents at Hill Haven have embraced art as therapy. The art therapist encourages the people poor their feelings onto the paper. One resident, Pat Roberts, […]
Art Therapy Benefits for Sexually Abused Adults
Found an interesting paper about the benefits of art therapy for adult survivors of sexual abuse. I mentioned before how art therapy helped Lee George from Australia, inspiring her to start her own art therapy program for indigenous women in similar situations. Christine helps us explore some really great concepts related to art therapy and […]