You should see an art therapist if you enjoy creativity and want to gain a deeper insight into yourself. Art therapists are trained in therapy and the arts and can provide insight into your creations and help you understand certain aspects of yourself. It can help with physical, mental or emotional problems. Some people who believe they have no particular issues see an art therapist to gain better insight into themselves. Art therapy uses many different mediums to explore your creativity. This may include painting, drawing, dance and music.
Who Benefits From Art Therapy
Anyone of any age, gender or cultural background benefits from art therapy. It is especially beneficial to young children who may find it difficult to express themselves in words. It is also beneficial to teenagers or shy or socially awkward people who may find it easier to express their thoughts and feelings through art rather than verbally. It also helps people who have:
- Physical or emotional pain
- Anxiety, depression, PDST, bipolar disorder and other mental illnesses
- Cancer
- Chronic illness
- Autism
- Eating disorders
- Learning disabilities
- Experienced physical and emotional trauma
Art therapy can be done with individuals, couples, families or larger groups.
Art Therapy in a Supportive Environment
Art therapy sessions are supportive and nurturing and non-judgemental. Many people report a feeling of relief after just one session. Through the creative process, art therapy encourages you to:
- Express feelings that may be difficult to verbalise
- Explore your imagination and creativity
- Develop healthy coping skills
- Resolve conflicts
- Develop interpersonal skills
- Manager behaviour
- Reduce stress
- Improve self-esteem
- Achieve insight
- Improve motor skills and coordination
- Identify blockages to emotional expression and personal growth
Art therapy helps you resolve inner conflicts by providing insight into your creativity. You will find that art therapy will improve your self-awareness, expression and well-being.
Find an art therapist in your local area.
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Originally published on May 26, 2011
