THERAPEUTIC ARTS / CREATIVE WELLNESS
The following therapeutic arts and creative wellness programs are designed for those who want new ways to explore self - expression, stress reduction, personal – growth and overall mental well - being. To facilitate these therapeutic arts programs and creative wellness processes a range of media from drawing to digital imaging will be utilized.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND WELLNESS
CREATIVE WELLNESS THROUGH THE LENS program uses photographic and / or photo - based therapeutic programs to address such issues as self expression, stress reduction, personal – growth and mental well - being. The process begins with a complimentary 45-minute discovery process. This discovery process will inform the therapeutic arts and creative wellness considerations unique for each person.
CREATIVE WELLNESS THROUGH THE LENS program uses photographic and / or photo - based therapeutic programs to address such issues as self expression, stress reduction, personal – growth and mental well - being. The process begins with a complimentary 45-minute discovery process. This discovery process will inform the therapeutic arts and creative wellness considerations unique for each person.
The CREATIVE WELLNESS ONE – TO – ONE program, has been developed for those who want new ways to explore self - expression, stress reduction, personal – growth and overall mental well - being.
To ensure that this program is the right fit for your needs we will come together for a 45 minute discovery process. From here we will collectively determine the next steps such as, the appropriate therapeutic arts and creative wellness considerations, number of one hour long sessions, in-person or virtually and the focus of each session. No art making experience is required to participate in this program.
To ensure that this program is the right fit for your needs we will come together for a 45 minute discovery process. From here we will collectively determine the next steps such as, the appropriate therapeutic arts and creative wellness considerations, number of one hour long sessions, in-person or virtually and the focus of each session. No art making experience is required to participate in this program.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND WELLNESS
The CREATIVE WELLNESS THROUGH CONNECTIONS program has been developed for a diversity of organizations, who want to offer creative wellness workshops for their clients or participants, who want to feel included and part of the larger community. To facilitate this there will be a 45 minute complimentary discovery process. This discovery process will inform the therapeutic arts and creative wellness considerations unique to each organization’s needs.
The CREATIVE WELLNESS THROUGH CONNECTIONS program has been developed for a diversity of organizations, who want to offer creative wellness workshops for their clients or participants, who want to feel included and part of the larger community. To facilitate this there will be a 45 minute complimentary discovery process. This discovery process will inform the therapeutic arts and creative wellness considerations unique to each organization’s needs.
Here some community based organizations where I have recently facilitated a number of Creative Wellness Workshops
ABOUT
In my new practice as a Therapeutic Arts Practitioner, I bring more than twenty years of experience designing and facilitating community based arts programs for a diverse range of learners. Paralleling these experiences is my work in the social services sector supporting persons with diverse abilities. Complementing and informing this practice is a diverse educational background that includes the following.
- Master of Education in Adult Education
- Bachelor of Education (Visual Arts Specialist)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Arts
- Certificate in Photography
- Points of You Academy Level 1 - Explorer Certification
- Therapeutic Arts Practitioner Certificate (CIIAT)
“The CIIAT - Therapeutic Arts Practitioner Certificate Program is a professional development program that consists of four modules designed to lead the participant through an experiential and exploratory process of self-discovery and personal growth while building confidence and skills to safely facilitate therapeutic arts sessions with individuals and groups. Throughout this program, participants will learn the importance of scope of practice, confidentiality, and creating a safe therapeutic space – virtually or in person. Additionally, participants will learn about the legal and ethical considerations for working in the therapeutic arts space. Each module develops skills in therapeutic questioning, applying the appropriate use of media and creative interventions, and considerations for working with individuals and groups, in open or closed formats.
Canadian International Institute of Art Therapy
DISCLAIMER: The CIIAT - Therapeutic Arts Practitioner Certificate Program does not qualify me as a Certified Art Therapist. The Therapeutic Arts processes I offer should not be considered as art therapy or counselling. The therapeutic arts processes and programs I offer have been developed to promote self-expression, stress reduction, personal growth and general mental well - being. For more in - depth therapy and counselling needs, I can provide contact information for Certified Art Therapists and other professional mental health services.
Along with the credentials listed above, my practice as a Therapeutic Arts Practitioner is also informed by and utilizes the following therapeutic arts and positive psychology frameworks: Expressive Therapies Continuum Framework, VIA Character Strengths Interventions, and Appreciative Inquiry.