A new documentary has been released that highlights kids with disabilities and how art therapy can help them. It is an inspiring and heartwarming movie about a wonderful art teacher and some pretty amazing students and kids. It’s a very touching film and better than some of the other documentaries we’ve seen related to art […]
Autism, Asperger’s and Art Therapy – Children on the Spectrum
The following is a guest article by Ed Regensburg and has to do with art therapy and children with Autism / Asperger’s. “DRAWN TO THE TABLE” WHY CHILDREN ON THE SPECTRUM NEED ART PSYCHOTHERAPY AS A REQUIRED SERVICE by: Ed Regensburg MA, CHt.,ATR-BC,LCAT Children (and anyone else) who have been diagnosed with a PDD / […]
Art Therapy Aids Health Care
The following is a news story about art therapy with coverage of Tracy Councill and Tracy’s Kids. Lisa Sylvester and CNN report on the role that art therapy plays in health care. Art Therapy in Health Care Video
Kids With Autism Become ‘Kids With Cameras’
A new documentary by The Polaris Group was just released called “Kids With Cameras.” From the movie website http://www.kidswithcamerasmovie.com/: Kids With Cameras follows the progress, challenges and triumphs of a group of autistic children participating in a film camp hosted by non-profit organization Actors for Autism, and taught by award-winning educator Brad Koepenick. This one-hour […]
Art & Poetry Exhibition at UNICEF
The following is a press release provided by Dreamsakes and Art in All of Us that we are excited to share: Children from 192 Countries Present Art & Poetry Exhibition at UNICEF To celebrate international children’s rights & their freedom of expression, a five year epic art adventure brings together children’s mini-masterpieces from around the […]
Art Therapy With Children and Teens in Bangkok, Thailand
Sabine de Raaf, an art therapist from the Netherlands contacted me about re-printing an article in which she was a contributor. It’s a great article, and definitely deserving of a reprint. Thanks to Sabine de Raaf for sending this along…
Art Therapy Helps Teenagers, Children, Juveniles in Louisiana
Four of every five children and teens that end up in a juvenile justice system have one, or a combination, of the following characteristics: 1. The child or teen is under the influence of alcohol or drugs while committing their crimes 2. The child or teen tests positive for drugs 3. The child or teen […]
Art Therapy & Autism – Creating New Hues
A great story about autism and art therapy I thought I’d share…Although April has passed, it’s still a poignant article. And why should we only be aware of autism in April anyway? Enjoy! Art therapy creates new hues in Autism Awareness Month by Eleanor Perry-Smith Anxiety, over-stimulation, sensitivity — these are regular feelings for many […]
An Art Therapy Idea Worth Listening To
I love it when I come across great examples of effective art therapy. As I mentioned in an earlier post, I came across a great story about how a teacher successfully implemented art therapy into the classroom. If you’re interested in the details of the activity, it’s
How Art Therapy for Children Can Help
Art therapy for children can provide kids with an easier way to express themselves since children are more naturally artistic and creative. A young child is likely to be more comfortable initially expressing him/herself with some crayons and markers, for example, than he/she is going to be at expressing emotions and feelings through words. A […]