Expressive Arts Therapists in San Diego County, CA
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Laura McDaniel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92010
I also value a holistic approach that connects mind and body specifically through the use of expressive arts, sand tray and play therapy.
Are you worried about your child? Are they struggling with social-emotional or behavioral difficulties? Reaching out for help is the first step. I have experience working with children ages 5-11 in both therapeutic and academic settings. I have a relaxed, easygoing demeanor and quickly build rapport with children, as trust is the first step toward building a strong therapeutic relationship. Ultimately, I believe the relationship is what heals and the child intrinsically knows how to and has the capacity to heal.
I also value a holistic approach that connects mind and body specifically through the use of expressive arts, sand tray and play therapy.
Are you worried about your child? Are they struggling with social-emotional or behavioral difficulties? Reaching out for help is the first step. I have experience working with children ages 5-11 in both therapeutic and academic settings. I have a relaxed, easygoing demeanor and quickly build rapport with children, as trust is the first step toward building a strong therapeutic relationship. Ultimately, I believe the relationship is what heals and the child intrinsically knows how to and has the capacity to heal.
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Shirla de Magalhães
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT-S, RSP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
La Mesa, CA 91942
Would you like to be your authentic Self? I offer a holistic approach to therapy where we can integrate different kinds of expressive arts therapies to help uncover underlying issues at your pace instead of just treating the surface symptoms. Together we'll explore internal stressors, attachment styles and trauma to help alleviate emotional pain, expand consciousness, access inner wisdom and awaken your creativity. I enjoy doing inner child work, parts work, shadow work, and being a support to those going through any sort of life transitions such as grief and loss, aging, menopause, acculturation, empty nesters & transitional youth
Would you like to be your authentic Self? I offer a holistic approach to therapy where we can integrate different kinds of expressive arts therapies to help uncover underlying issues at your pace instead of just treating the surface symptoms. Together we'll explore internal stressors, attachment styles and trauma to help alleviate emotional pain, expand consciousness, access inner wisdom and awaken your creativity. I enjoy doing inner child work, parts work, shadow work, and being a support to those going through any sort of life transitions such as grief and loss, aging, menopause, acculturation, empty nesters & transitional youth
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Logan Brantley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Logan & I believe in the art and science of soulful healing. Through seven years of experience as a therapist, I know that emotions can feel scary and even unsafe at times. This is why I use expressive arts. Not only can the expressive arts give us additional languages to externalize what we otherwise might not have words for, it creates an embodied experience where life can be different. This no art skill/high sensitivity approach goes beyond cognition and addresses the felt sense of empowerment. With the right container, detangling from the stickiness of trauma and anxiety is possible. Are you ready to start living again?
Hi! I'm Logan & I believe in the art and science of soulful healing. Through seven years of experience as a therapist, I know that emotions can feel scary and even unsafe at times. This is why I use expressive arts. Not only can the expressive arts give us additional languages to externalize what we otherwise might not have words for, it creates an embodied experience where life can be different. This no art skill/high sensitivity approach goes beyond cognition and addresses the felt sense of empowerment. With the right container, detangling from the stickiness of trauma and anxiety is possible. Are you ready to start living again?
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Megan Wilcox
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCE, LE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
I’ve also completed post-graduate training in Internal Family Systems; Somatic Experiencing; Expressive Arts and SandPlay; Mindfulness and Self-compassion; Pregnancy, Childbirth, Lactation and Postpartum support.
Tell me about your North Star...What are you hoping to move towards? What are you hoping to move away from? What do you want more and less of for yourself and your relationships? What kind of change are you looking to create in your life? Perhaps you’re seeking therapy in response to a time of transition, challenge you’re up against, or are wanting to move towards healing a past or current wound or re-storying a relationship. We all deserve support in moving closer to the preferences for our lives, our relationships, our ways of thinking, feeling & being.
I’ve also completed post-graduate training in Internal Family Systems; Somatic Experiencing; Expressive Arts and SandPlay; Mindfulness and Self-compassion; Pregnancy, Childbirth, Lactation and Postpartum support.
Tell me about your North Star...What are you hoping to move towards? What are you hoping to move away from? What do you want more and less of for yourself and your relationships? What kind of change are you looking to create in your life? Perhaps you’re seeking therapy in response to a time of transition, challenge you’re up against, or are wanting to move towards healing a past or current wound or re-storying a relationship. We all deserve support in moving closer to the preferences for our lives, our relationships, our ways of thinking, feeling & being.
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Shane Padamada
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
My treatment focuses on integrating clinical & neuroscience research, expressive arts, yoga, and Mind-Body Medicine practices.
Are you dealing with a major life transition, job loss, or losing a significant relationship? I'll help you work through these painful issues and much more. You'll learn how to train your brain to function better - Sharpen your attention, relieve your anxiety, enhance your mood and improve your behavior...all without re-living any traumatic experiences. My process works fast. The best thing is that it's simple, painless, and non-invasive. You'll discover natural ways to improve your mind, your body, and find your inner peace. You'll learn to make conscious, healthy decisions for yourself to dramatically improve your life.
My treatment focuses on integrating clinical & neuroscience research, expressive arts, yoga, and Mind-Body Medicine practices.
Are you dealing with a major life transition, job loss, or losing a significant relationship? I'll help you work through these painful issues and much more. You'll learn how to train your brain to function better - Sharpen your attention, relieve your anxiety, enhance your mood and improve your behavior...all without re-living any traumatic experiences. My process works fast. The best thing is that it's simple, painless, and non-invasive. You'll discover natural ways to improve your mind, your body, and find your inner peace. You'll learn to make conscious, healthy decisions for yourself to dramatically improve your life.
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I bring a mix of modern and ancient/indigenous practices and perspectives from my shamanic and expressive arts training.
You have everything you need inside of you to release the things that don't serve you and live from your most powerful and authentic Self. As a certified clinical hypnotherapist, shamanic practitioner and Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner, I bring a wealth of experience, tools and holistic perspectives to help guide you in finding the gold in even the darkest parts of your life. I take a mind/body/heart/spirit integrative and individualized approach with each client, weaving together traditional and non-traditional modalities to support you in stepping fully into your power.
I bring a mix of modern and ancient/indigenous practices and perspectives from my shamanic and expressive arts training.
You have everything you need inside of you to release the things that don't serve you and live from your most powerful and authentic Self. As a certified clinical hypnotherapist, shamanic practitioner and Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner, I bring a wealth of experience, tools and holistic perspectives to help guide you in finding the gold in even the darkest parts of your life. I take a mind/body/heart/spirit integrative and individualized approach with each client, weaving together traditional and non-traditional modalities to support you in stepping fully into your power.
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Rose Corzine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92128
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a trauma focused therapist and utilize EMDR, TF-CBT, Mindfulness, Meditation, Emotionally Focused, Solution Focused, CBT, Expressive Arts, Play therapy, and Psychoeducation.
Hi. I’m Rose Corzine, LCSW. I’m a Child and Family therapist with years of experience. My passion is working with children and families in order to restore harmony in the home. When you are struggling in making a meaningful emotional connection with your child or spouse, it may be time to seek assistance. I offer parent consultations and individual child therapy, 8 years and up, and family therapy. Building healthy relationships with the families I work with allows me to understand their family system better and utilize current strengths to build and repair broken relationships and restore positive functioning.
I’m a trauma focused therapist and utilize EMDR, TF-CBT, Mindfulness, Meditation, Emotionally Focused, Solution Focused, CBT, Expressive Arts, Play therapy, and Psychoeducation.
Hi. I’m Rose Corzine, LCSW. I’m a Child and Family therapist with years of experience. My passion is working with children and families in order to restore harmony in the home. When you are struggling in making a meaningful emotional connection with your child or spouse, it may be time to seek assistance. I offer parent consultations and individual child therapy, 8 years and up, and family therapy. Building healthy relationships with the families I work with allows me to understand their family system better and utilize current strengths to build and repair broken relationships and restore positive functioning.
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I’ve spent many years working in children’s mental health, with a strong focus on attachment work, parenting support, and improving emotional regulation. I have a deep understanding of the pain points that children and families often face, particularly when dealing with trauma, attachment issues, and adverse life experiences. I recognize that children communicate in a variety of different ways and meet their needs through an array of therapeutic modalities, such as play therapy, expressive arts therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and internal family systems therapy.
I’ve spent many years working in children’s mental health, with a strong focus on attachment work, parenting support, and improving emotional regulation. I have a deep understanding of the pain points that children and families often face, particularly when dealing with trauma, attachment issues, and adverse life experiences. I recognize that children communicate in a variety of different ways and meet their needs through an array of therapeutic modalities, such as play therapy, expressive arts therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and internal family systems therapy.
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Through self-reflection, examining emotional reactions, journaling, the use of expressive arts and working with dreams; greater insight can emerge leading to change and personal growth.
I bring over 40 years of experience in working with individual clients and families through life crisis and transitions. Areas of specialty are: loss, bereavement, chronic/acute illness, pregnancy/childbirth, parenting, and relationships. Health care professionals and nurses are an area of specialty with the unique challenges they face resulting in compassion fatigue, burnout and moral distress. Finding ways to achieve life work balance and self-care are essential to their well being and the ability to continue in their work as a helping profession.
Through self-reflection, examining emotional reactions, journaling, the use of expressive arts and working with dreams; greater insight can emerge leading to change and personal growth.
I bring over 40 years of experience in working with individual clients and families through life crisis and transitions. Areas of specialty are: loss, bereavement, chronic/acute illness, pregnancy/childbirth, parenting, and relationships. Health care professionals and nurses are an area of specialty with the unique challenges they face resulting in compassion fatigue, burnout and moral distress. Finding ways to achieve life work balance and self-care are essential to their well being and the ability to continue in their work as a helping profession.
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Live Inspired Child & Family Therapy, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92020 (Online Only)
Through a holistic approach including: Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and Integrative Nutrition, I support clients in exploring their unique strengths and individual needs. I am a believer in the extraordinary healing powers of play! "The creation of something new is not powered by the intellect, but by the play instinct arising from inner necessity." ~ Carl Jung.
Through a holistic approach including: Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and Integrative Nutrition, I support clients in exploring their unique strengths and individual needs. I am a believer in the extraordinary healing powers of play! "The creation of something new is not powered by the intellect, but by the play instinct arising from inner necessity." ~ Carl Jung.
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I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Arts therapy, and Family-Systems.
Hi! I'm Kristin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have a strong interest in helping people who have lived through or are experiencing trauma. I have extensive experience with PTSD, depression, anxiety, relational issues, active duty military, transition out of military service, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, the first generation/immigrant experience, acculturation, “third culture” identity, and navigating systemic oppression.
I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Arts therapy, and Family-Systems.
Hi! I'm Kristin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have a strong interest in helping people who have lived through or are experiencing trauma. I have extensive experience with PTSD, depression, anxiety, relational issues, active duty military, transition out of military service, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, the first generation/immigrant experience, acculturation, “third culture” identity, and navigating systemic oppression.
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While therapy can be challenging, my hope is to also bring in moments of joy and playfulness within our sessions, drawing from play therapy and expressive arts modalities.
Life gets messy and painful sometimes. We can get stuck—feeling overwhelmed with trauma, depression, anxiety, undesirable circumstances, and disconnection. Having someone to share these experiences with can help us to get out of our heads and begin living deep within our hearts. I aim to create a space to help you find meaning out of the heaviness and feel empowered by the strengths you already have. You are truly the expert of your story, and I hope to walk with you in your journey towards self-acceptance and self-compassion.
While therapy can be challenging, my hope is to also bring in moments of joy and playfulness within our sessions, drawing from play therapy and expressive arts modalities.
Life gets messy and painful sometimes. We can get stuck—feeling overwhelmed with trauma, depression, anxiety, undesirable circumstances, and disconnection. Having someone to share these experiences with can help us to get out of our heads and begin living deep within our hearts. I aim to create a space to help you find meaning out of the heaviness and feel empowered by the strengths you already have. You are truly the expert of your story, and I hope to walk with you in your journey towards self-acceptance and self-compassion.
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I'm passionate about supporting clients navigating the perinatal period, struggling with professional or parenting burnout, or seeking to regain footing during major life transitions. I aim to make therapy feel approachable. I offer trauma-sensitive, attachment/ relationship-focused care. Your identities and cultural background matter as we collaborate to choose approaches that feel meaningful to you. I draw from Mindful-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and the Expressive Arts.
I'm passionate about supporting clients navigating the perinatal period, struggling with professional or parenting burnout, or seeking to regain footing during major life transitions. I aim to make therapy feel approachable. I offer trauma-sensitive, attachment/ relationship-focused care. Your identities and cultural background matter as we collaborate to choose approaches that feel meaningful to you. I draw from Mindful-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and the Expressive Arts.
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Olivia Waldorf
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, ATR-P
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127
Through using person-centered therapy (PCT) and the expressive arts continuum framework, we’ll work through hard things together using trust, compassion, empathy, and building a safe space.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. As a therapist, I believe in the power of the statement "we can do hard things". You might be experiencing something that is making daily life exhausting, heavy, challenging, or more complicated than life can already be, so I'm grateful you've landed on my page. Something really special that I bring into the therapy space is artmaking and creative expression; as research shows, art is a powerful healing tool, so I use this creativity to help you navigate interpersonal dynamics, life changes, grief & loss, identity exploration, hard emotions, or to just be present with yourself in a world of noise.
Through using person-centered therapy (PCT) and the expressive arts continuum framework, we’ll work through hard things together using trust, compassion, empathy, and building a safe space.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. As a therapist, I believe in the power of the statement "we can do hard things". You might be experiencing something that is making daily life exhausting, heavy, challenging, or more complicated than life can already be, so I'm grateful you've landed on my page. Something really special that I bring into the therapy space is artmaking and creative expression; as research shows, art is a powerful healing tool, so I use this creativity to help you navigate interpersonal dynamics, life changes, grief & loss, identity exploration, hard emotions, or to just be present with yourself in a world of noise.
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Becca Lantry
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
I believe that you are the expert of your own experiences. Together we can collaborate to come to a place in life that you prefer. I implement a tailored approach that meets your needs by fusing approaches from Narrative Family Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Collaborative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy practices. If you think I may be a good fit for you, feel free to text, call or email Becca for a free 15 minute consultation.
I believe that you are the expert of your own experiences. Together we can collaborate to come to a place in life that you prefer. I implement a tailored approach that meets your needs by fusing approaches from Narrative Family Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Collaborative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy practices. If you think I may be a good fit for you, feel free to text, call or email Becca for a free 15 minute consultation.
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In therapeutic processes, counselors and patients are challenged to create a platform that encourages change and enhances the quality of life. Counseling is a unique opportunity to build an "internal kaleidoscope" that helps us see and understand life in multiple ways. . I offer bilingual (English/Spanish) services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. The techniques I use include a combination of theoretical perspectives such as psychoanalytic, existentialist, and expressive art therapy. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist .Certification: Expressive Arts Therapy (UCSD) Training: Group Psychotherapist (AMPAG) . I look forward to working with you.!
In therapeutic processes, counselors and patients are challenged to create a platform that encourages change and enhances the quality of life. Counseling is a unique opportunity to build an "internal kaleidoscope" that helps us see and understand life in multiple ways. . I offer bilingual (English/Spanish) services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. The techniques I use include a combination of theoretical perspectives such as psychoanalytic, existentialist, and expressive art therapy. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist .Certification: Expressive Arts Therapy (UCSD) Training: Group Psychotherapist (AMPAG) . I look forward to working with you.!
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Garet Bedrosian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CiRT, MFEC, CBT, CET
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92111
My specialties in Relationship Therapy, Equus Coaching, Somatic Therapy, EMDR & Expressive Arts help me connect with you and your relationship.
Is your relationship in trouble? Does your relationship feel dull and lifeless? Are you at the beginning of a new relationship and want to make sure this one works out? We all need to learn how to make relationships work. There are a few things you need to know. 1. All relationships go through a cycle, and one of those cycles includes conflict. Yes, conflict is supposed to happen because it helps us grow and heal. 2. All those great feelings you had at the beginning were because of hormones, and they don't last. 3. You are in this relationship because you hold the key to each other's healing. I can help create a safe environment.
My specialties in Relationship Therapy, Equus Coaching, Somatic Therapy, EMDR & Expressive Arts help me connect with you and your relationship.
Is your relationship in trouble? Does your relationship feel dull and lifeless? Are you at the beginning of a new relationship and want to make sure this one works out? We all need to learn how to make relationships work. There are a few things you need to know. 1. All relationships go through a cycle, and one of those cycles includes conflict. Yes, conflict is supposed to happen because it helps us grow and heal. 2. All those great feelings you had at the beginning were because of hormones, and they don't last. 3. You are in this relationship because you hold the key to each other's healing. I can help create a safe environment.
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Dr. Janeth M Guzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in EMDR, Sandplay, Brainspotting, Gestalt, Narrarive, and Expressive Arts.
I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. My theoretical orientation is influenced by Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Emotionally-Focused, Humanistic-Experiential, and Narrative approaches to treatment. This means that we will be going on an emotional journey together in which I will use an eclectic combination of clinical theories and techniques to help guide my work. I believe that the lack of emotional awareness and avoiding uncomfortable emotions can cause harm to our mind, body, and soul. My hope is to help you get to know yourself better.
I am trained in EMDR, Sandplay, Brainspotting, Gestalt, Narrarive, and Expressive Arts.
I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. My theoretical orientation is influenced by Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Emotionally-Focused, Humanistic-Experiential, and Narrative approaches to treatment. This means that we will be going on an emotional journey together in which I will use an eclectic combination of clinical theories and techniques to help guide my work. I believe that the lack of emotional awareness and avoiding uncomfortable emotions can cause harm to our mind, body, and soul. My hope is to help you get to know yourself better.
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My name is Deatria Davis and I'm an LMFT. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings while moving toward a journey of self-awareness, cultivating resilience, developing interpersonal skills, and the healing needed to form and sustain relationships with oneself and others. I use an integrative approach of CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, and other theoretical approaches depending on the client's needs.
My name is Deatria Davis and I'm an LMFT. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings while moving toward a journey of self-awareness, cultivating resilience, developing interpersonal skills, and the healing needed to form and sustain relationships with oneself and others. I use an integrative approach of CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, and other theoretical approaches depending on the client's needs.
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Techniques and interventions I use include cognitive, behavioral, mindfulness, narrative, and expressive arts.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck in your life? Are you dealing with relationship issues or challenges at home, school, or work? My name is Nuni, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience helping people who are experiencing issues like depression, anxiety, and stress. My foundation is Client-centered, which means that I believe that clients and therapists are equal partners in the therapeutic process.
Techniques and interventions I use include cognitive, behavioral, mindfulness, narrative, and expressive arts.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck in your life? Are you dealing with relationship issues or challenges at home, school, or work? My name is Nuni, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience helping people who are experiencing issues like depression, anxiety, and stress. My foundation is Client-centered, which means that I believe that clients and therapists are equal partners in the therapeutic process.
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Expressive Arts Therapists
What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.