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Summer Enchantment: Capturing Summer's Essence through Artmaking

enchantment is a powerful and transformative state that can enrich Creating art with the theme of summer enchantment can also be a meditativ

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The Art of Rangolis: A Fusion of Culture, Creativity, and Spirituality

From an art therapeutic perspective, the practice of creating rangolis can promote mental wellness.

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Transience in Art: Practicing Non-Attachment in Art Therapy

Transience in art therapy understanding and acceptance of the temporary nature of our creations and our thoughts and emotions.

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Mandala Weaving For Mindfulness and Relaxation

Mandala weaving, a creative and tactile expression of this spiritual concept, involves the intricate intertwining of yarn

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Integrating Science into Art Therapy: STEM series Part 3

Both art and science embrace experimentation and adaptability. Art therapy participants learn to experiment with various techniques

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The Synergy of Mindfulness and Art Therapy: Cultivating Inspiration and Self-Expression

we'll explore the incredible synergy between mindfulness and art therapy, and how these practices can work together to ignite inspiration

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Finding Inner Flow: The Art of Pour Painting for Relaxation and Self-Care

we delve into the world of pour painting – what it is, what you'll need, and how to embrace this technique for relaxation and self-care.

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Dots of Color: Exploring the Therapeutic Benefits of Pointillism in Art Therapy

Incorporating pointillism into art therapy can be a powerful tool for promoting relaxation, mindfulness, and self-expression.

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The Power of Mental Visualization and Art

by Lauren Fallat, LPC LPAT ATR-BC Mental visualization, also known as guided imagery, is a technique used to create or evoke mental...

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The Power of Self-Expression: Exploring Identity within the LGBTQ+ Community through Art Therapy

Art therapy can be particularly beneficial for individuals exploring their sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. It allows us

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Utilizing Breath Awareness in Art Therapy: Drawing the Breath

Breath awareness can be used in many forms of therapy, including art therapy.

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Stuck in a Creative Rut: Strategies for Understanding and Overcoming Artist’s Block

5 tips for Overcoming "stuckness" or artist block

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Focusing the Mind: Using Creative Art as a Way to Improve and Cultivate Your Growth Mindset

Do you ever feel stuck or overwhelmed by negative thoughts and emotions? What you may not know is that art is one of the best ways to reset

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Mindfulness-Based Art Therapy: Benefits of Incorporating Meditation with Art Making

Mindfulness based art therapy can help with stress management and more

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Stamp it Out: Printmaking Techniques in Art Therapy

Printmaking techniques are discussed as they are used in Art Therapy

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Intuitive Painting as Healing: Finding Inner Magic within a Painting Process

Intuitive art in art therapy is used to promote healing. It is creative and meditative. Fun!