Being an art therapist is an opportunity to use creative expression and visualisation to make positive changes in people’s lives. If you are considering becoming an art therapist, it is important to understand what Art Therapy entails and what it takes to become a supportive therapist. (more…)

Art is said to be the externalised map of our interior self. In other words, art can be used to help us translate our feelings from thoughts to physicality. A recent 2013 study ‘The Art Therapy and Happiness Project’ provided valuable insight into the power of Art Therapy and its connection to happiness.

While many people believe that Art Therapy generally mirrors your dysfunction, art therapists know that artistic creativity is in fact a force of health and well-being. While a person may initially be confronted with some negative or overwhelming feelings, art has the power to heal and make us happy. (more…)

Whether its sculpting something out of clay, creating a collage or painting with vivid colours, Art Therapy is an effective and beneficial way to express and assess emotions and overcome challenges. Whether you are going through a time of transition or suffering from depression, there are a range of benefits that Art Therapy has to offer. (more…)