A trained therapist guides you through the process of expressing yourself through art during an expressive therapy session. The activities are usually mixed, but sometimes therapists focus on just one. If you are new to therapy, you might benefit from writing or keeping a journal. You might find that dancing or drama are more interesting … Read more
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At the core of expressive arts therapy is the concept of poiesis, a Greek word that is the root of the word poetry, which refers to the natural process of moving from everyday expectations into the world of imagination and creativity that results in art making. Because art comes from a deep emotional place inside … Read more
Choosing the best form of therapy can be a challenging task, especially if you have low motivation and affect as a symptom of your mental illness. A typical therapy is one in which everyday forms of communication are utilized, i.e. a client seeking assistance talks about their ills with a trained therapist about their issues. … Read more
In expressive arts therapy, psychology and the creative process are combined to facilitate emotional growth and healing. Multi-arts therapy and counseling uses our inborn desire to create – be it music, theater, poetry, dance, or any other artistic form – to initiate change. In contrast with art therapy, expressive arts therapy draws from a variety … Read more
Stress at work isn’t necessarily bad. In fact, there’s a term for the excitement you feel when you face a challenge that positively tests your abilities: Eustress. You’ll likely experience eustress during your first few weeks after receiving a coveted promotion. Distress, on the other hand, can cause mental health problems that make you fear … Read more
Chronic stress can result from long-term experiences that lead to a stress addiction. This may cause a dependence on stress hormones or stressful situations. Is anxiety or stress causing you to feel addicted? “you‘re not alone, and you can find relief. Consider speaking with a mental health professional to learn coping skills and how to … Read more
There is no doubt that life can be stressful with work, school, caring for others and ourselves, and responsibilities that pile up. Stress could even become a natural state of being for many of us. Is it possible to get addicted to stress? The answer is yes. Stress addiction – what is it? A recurring … Read more
Joy, excitement, and anticipation accompany pregnancy and childbirth. But why do some mothers not experience this “wonderful” feeling? Postpartum depression occurs after having a baby is called postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is more intense and lasts longer than baby blues, a phrase used to describe the worry, sadness, and fatigue many women experience after giving … Read more
During trauma, the Broca’s area in our brain shuts down, which affects our ability to communicate. The danger recognition center in our brain (the amygdala) is on high alert and records the traumatic memory physically and visually. Art allows people to access both visually stored memory and body memory, since it not only allows them … Read more
Everyone is affected differently by childhood trauma. It may have significant mental health implications for some. For others, it may result in chronic physical health problems. A child can experience trauma and recover without long-term repercussions if the proper support system is in place. Unfortunately, those without the resources may struggle. There are many factors … Read more