Art Therapy
Psychotherapy + creative expression.
Express yourself creatively and communicate through writing, symbols, shapes, line, textures, colour.
Art therapy can help to understand oneself, strengthen coping skills, set goals, process trauma, and heal.
Art skills are not required however interest in creating using materials, exploring oneself, and discovery, is part of the therapeutic process.
In-Person or Virtual Individual therapy: $150 per 55 minute session.
May be claimed under insurance providers that cover psychotherapy*
Examples of Art Therapy Goals:
process trauma of an experience through art
develop self-understanding, explore self-identity
practice grounding and mindfulness through creating with different materials
externalize stress, engage in healthy coping strategies
express self through art and the creative process
set realistic goals and work towards them with intention using creative writing
have a safe space to share my experience, feel understood, and receive support from a compassionate therapist providing unconditional positive regard
Individual Art Therapy
Couples Art Therapy
Family Art Therapy
*Psychotherapy and art therapy both fall under the umbrella of psychotherapy services. They focus on internal thoughts and feelings, as well as behaviours and is covered by College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario CRPO certification. Psychotherapy and art therapy are not behavioural in nature and are not covered by behaviour analytic certification.