Can creative counselling help with specific issues like anxiety or trauma?

Yes, art-based counselling has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma in teens. Through art therapy activities, teens can learn to regulate their emotions, manage stress, and develop positive coping skills.

What is Creative Counselling?

Creative Counselling also known as Art-Based Counselling is a human service profession where clients, facilitated by an art psychotherapist, use the creative process and resulting artwork to explore their feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behaviour, develop social skills, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, and increase self-understanding.

How long are creative counselling sessions, and how often should they be attended?

Individual sessions are typically 50-60 minutes long. It's recommended to start with weekly sessions to provide a structured and supportive environment for building rapport, exploring issues, and making meaningful progress towards healing and personal growth.

What should I bring to a session?

All art materials are provided for your first session.

What qualifications should an art psychotherapist/counsellor have?

Psychotherapy in Australia is a profession requiring a master's degree including specific therapy components.

Is creative counselling suitable for women dealing with specific life challenges?

Yes, art therapy can be tailored to address various life challenges, including those specific to women, by providing a safe space to explore and express emotions related to their experiences.

Do I need to be good at art to participate in art therapy?

No, absolutely no training or experience is required to participate in, and benefit from, an art therapy program. All you need is a willingness to explore and experiment.

How does art therapy benefit teenagers?

Art therapy offers a range of benefits for teens, including emotional expression and communication, stress reduction, and relaxation. It provides a medium to communicate feelings through artistic expression, which is especially important if verbal expression proves difficult for your teen.

What are some common art therapy activities for adolescents?

Common activities include journaling, mask making, painting, drawing, use of metaphorical imagery cards for storytelling and solution focused therapies, collage activity, colouring, anger sculptures, emotion paintings, and postcard activities.

How does art therapy differ from traditional talk therapy?

Art therapy utilises creative visual expression as the primary tool. Words may not always be enough, and oral communication can be difficult. Putting emotions, thoughts, and experiences into a piece of art makes them tangible, aiding in the processing of what is expressed.

Can therapy be conducted virtually?

Yes, therapy can be conducted in group settings or one-on-one, similar to traditional counselling. With advancements in digital communication, art therapy is being explored online, offering new avenues for therapeutic interaction.

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