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The Therapeutic Power of Manga in Art Therapy

The visual nature of manga provides a unique opportunity for individuals to illustrate their inner worlds,

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Reflecting on the Past, Present and Future into the New Year

outlining one's own hands becomes a holistic and embodied form of self-expression, encapsulating the interconnectedness of the past, present

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The Transformative Power of Sensorimotor Art Therapy and Guided Drawing

In sensorimotor art therapy, the act of creating shapes on paper or through other artistic mediums becomes a kinesthetic and sensory experie

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Working with Shapes: Understanding the Use and Symbolism of Primary Shapes in Art Therapy

The importance of using primary shapes in art therapy lies in their ability to facilitate self-expression and communication.

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Embracing Mindfulness Through Art: Drawing Negative Space

Drawing negative space is a technique that involves focusing on the space around the subject, rather than the subject itself.

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Drawing Your Way to Mindful Healing: The Profound Benefits of Life Drawing

Drawing from life, often referred to as life drawing, is a fundamental aspect of artistic practice that involves the direct observation and

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Creating Spontaneous Art: The Scribble Drawing Technique in Art Therapy

Scribble drawing is a simple yet powerful art therapy technique that requires no artistic skill or prior knowledge.

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Drawing the Body: Life-Size Body Tracing in Art Therapy

Body tracing in art therapy is a technique that involves tracing or outlining the contours of one's body on paper or another artistic medium

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‘Temenos’: Exploring the Concept of Sacred Space in Art Therapy

n the context of art therapy, the idea of "temenos" can be understood as the creation of a safe and supportive environment

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Empowering the Hero Within: Exploring the Hero Archetype through Comic Book Drawing

Creating a comic in art therapy can be a powerful way to explore the hero archetype and its relevance to our personal lives. Here are some s

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Re-Creating One’s Narrative in Art Therapy: Altered Books Part 2

One powerful and versatile technique used in narrative art therapy is the creation of altered books.

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A Creative Approach to Stress Management: Simple Ways to Incorporate Art into Your Daily Life

by Lauren Fallat, LPC LPAT ATR-BC Whether you are struggling with a difficult obstacle currently, or just feeling overwhelmed by everyday...

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Utilizing Art as a Modality for Empowerment: Focusing on Women in Art Therapy

by Lauren Fallat, LPC LPAT ATR-BC Women as a collective group are often faced with a range of lived experiences that can lead to varied...

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Stages of Drawing Development Part 2: Schematic, Dawning Realism, and Pseudorealistic Stages

Part two of our series on Drawing

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Stages of Drawing Development Part 1: Scribbling and Pre-Schematic Stage

Stages of Children's drawing by age and ability