Deep psychological work can be achieved with the use of expressive therapies such as art therapy. For example drawing a picture with pastels or painting a symbol with paint is all about communicating feelings and experiences in a non-verbal way (Dalley, 1984). Through this creative medium a person can express themselves consciously and unconsciously. The person, or client, is then … Read More
What art therapy is really about – by Mariki Klooster
The moment you hear art therapy, the automatic response is: I can not draw/paint, or, I don`t have a creative bone in my body. With that, people disregard one of the most valuable, but easy ways of being a happy fulfilled person. The value of being creative is not to produce a painting or a product, but more to produce … Read More
Practicing Gratitude as a Bridge to Self-Compassion
And if I asked you to name all the things you love, how long would it take for you to name yourself? I found this quote on my Facebook page one day and it really made me sit up in my seat, stop for a moment and seriously ponder this question. Over the last few years I have started … Read More
