Tag / child therapist
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2020 Reflections: A Home for our Feelings & Memories
It’s December, the final month of 2020. What a year it has been. Collectively it feels like we are in the final leg of a marathon – we can see the finish…
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A Special Message for my Kid Clients about COVID-19
What a week it has been! In response to COVID-19, I have temporarily closed my office and postponed all in-person art therapy sessions. Since I mostly work with children, I wanted to… -
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How Does Art Therapy Work? Part 2: Product
Art therapy is a way to build a client’s pocket knife for life, so that they have the tools they need to creatively overcome the challenges they face. Sometimes the art PROCESS…
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How Does Art Therapy Work? Part 1: Process
Art therapy is an experiential therapy. Instead of only talking about a challenge, we also do something together to practice how the client might be able to face that challenge. We work…
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The Magic of Parenting with Puppets
I love puppets. I love making them, collecting them, and playing with them. I have loved them since I was very little and spent Saturday mornings watching Mr. Dress-up and Sesame Street.…
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What does camping have to do with art therapy?
When I was in grad school for art therapy, one of our assignments was to make art about our anchor. This was a place or thing that made us feel safe. When…
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Art Therapy for Children with Autism: Connecting through Creativity to Build Resiliency
A diagnosis of autism brings joys, challenges, and anxieties. You see your child’s amazing strengths. You marvel at their unique talents. Your child is incredible! Yet you worry about the areas where they…
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