Caring for the Caregiver
A kind word, a thoughtful gesture, or simply looking into someone’s eyes while smiling may be all it takes to let others know they are seen and heard, it shows […]
On the Open Road
We are all designed for a purpose. Unfortunately, the challenges of life often become roadblocks that prevent us from identifying and pursuing our goals and dreams.
Seeing the Light Through Darkness
Most of us are having a really tough time right now. At the same time, beautiful things are happening all around us. At the beginning of the pandemic, when my […]
Embracing Discomfort
In this whole process of change, we’re spending more time in our homes than ever and we’ve needed to use our space differently. Many people are using this time to […]
Creative Break: Art In Community
In March, when my business suddenly changed, like most everyone else’s, I was no longer facilitating in-house art therapy groups. I felt a deep loss. It was then that I […]
Shared Art
Friendships and human connections add meaning to our life. As a child, I loved getting a letter in the mail from my pen pal; a little gift opened with great […]
Rebalancing
Have you taken the temperature of your mental health? The recent increase in using thermometers to check for symptoms of COVID-19 got me thinking about the general imbalance of attention […]
Art Activity: Mosaic Collage
I don’t know about you, but during this stressful time I struggle to focus and my mind wanders more easily. To manage this, I’ve been using the art-making process of […]
Art Activity: Found Objects Mandala
We need to move! It’s important for our mental and emotional well-being to get up and move around when we’re confined to our homes. Step outside to smell the fresh […]
Telehealth for Art Therapy
Did you know you can do art therapy through telehealth? If you are feeling more and more stressed right now and haven’t seen a Therapist before, this is a great […]