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Alternate Paths: Using Art to Reflect on Our Values and Decisions for Healing
One of the primary benefits of using art therapy to reflect on alternate paths is the enhancement of self-awareness and insight.

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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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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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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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The Healing Power of Virtual Art Therapy: Connecting Creativity and Mental Health Online
by Lauren Fallat, LPC LPAT ATR-BC Virtual art therapy is a form of art therapy that takes place in a virtual or digital environment. It...

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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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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
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