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You may be feeling sceptical about art therapy as an effective treatment for your mental health issues. After all, many people tend to favour traditional talk therapy and other counselling services. But an experienced art therapist can dispel your worries and maximise the benefits of art therapy.
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You can consult your art therapist when choosing a type of art therapy. Your art therapist may gauge your interest in a particular art therapy modality. They can also take into account your mental health condition. For example, a therapist would avoid recommending messy and less controllable mediums to someone struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder. As you and your therapist establish trust, you may explore other forms of art therapy until you find the one that works for you.
During your session, your therapist may either suggest themes for you to explore or leave the creative process up to you. Then, your therapist may analyse elements of your artwork, such as your use of colour, spatial arrangement, and composition. The goal is to gain insight into your experiences and help you figure out how to approach your situation.Â
The minimum qualification for art therapists is a master’s degree from an accredited institution. This condition applies to entry-level art therapists as well. In general, art therapists should have a strong understanding of various visual forms. Art therapists should also be knowledgeable about psychology, the creative process, and counselling theories and methods. Please confirm an art therapist’s qualification before hiring them for their services.Â
Not at all! You don’t need artistic talent to benefit from art therapy. Anyone at any age and skill level can benefit from art therapy. Art therapy aims to help you explore your emotions through art. For this reason, art therapy doesn’t require you to create a masterpiece. Rather than critique the quality of your artwork, your therapist is there to help you process the underlying messages of your art.Â
The location of your art therapy sessions is up to you and your therapist. Private practice is common among art therapists. If you wish, you may opt for online art therapy through video conferencing. Some art therapists have special training in online therapy. Art therapists may also work in other settings like rehabilitation centres, hospitals, schools, and senior communities.Â
Yes, we can also connect you with other types of therapists and counsellors, including talk therapists. Holistic therapy that combines art therapy with other treatments may maximise your progress. Alternative services include cognitive behavioural therapy, depression and anxiety counselling, marriage counselling, and group therapy. Put up a task now to connect with qualified specialists who can help you work through your specific situation.Â
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What do art therapy services include?
Art therapy makes use of visual art to express and process emotions. This therapy approach may be helpful to people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, relationship issues, body image issues, and other challenges. Â
You may create visual art like painting, drawing, and sculpting as you undergo art therapy. Your art therapist may combine counselling techniques with artistic theories when facilitating your art therapy sessions. Art therapy may help you build coping skills, resolve inner conflicts, lessen stress, and increase self-awareness.
Here are some of the most popular methods of art therapy.
PaintingÂ
Painting involves either free form techniques on canvas or material manipulation with tools. In art therapy, a client may do abstract painting, finger painting, and express their thoughts and emotions. Painting mediums include watercolours, acrylic paints, spray paint, and more. You may try painting as a therapy approach if you like the fluid, less controllable feature of this medium. Â
Drawing
Drawing lets you express your feelings using tools like pencils, pens, crayons, pastels, charcoal. Other similar approaches include doodling and scribbling. Drawing is a familiar art form to many clients. As a result, drawing in art therapy may entail less frustration and little instruction.Â
You don’t need amazing drawing skills to benefit from this type of art therapy. But if you’d like to improve your drawing skills anyway, you can also hire a drawing tutor on our platform.
Sculpting
Sculpting lets you translate your experiences into a dimensional form. What’s more, sculptures can give you a multi-dimensional point of view of your situation. This art therapy approach may involve making sculptures or pottery using clay or paper mâché. Sculpting may be ideal for clients who prefer tactile experiences.
In between your sessions, you may choose to keep doing pottery at home. And you can hire a Tasker to help you set up your very own art studio or even pick up your potter’s wheel from the store.Â
PhotographyÂ
Photography in art therapy involves creating a series of photographs, similar to storyboarding. A client may work with old or new pictures, as well as make use of digital manipulation to express their emotions. Photos from your life can stimulate memories, which you can reframe more positively through therapy. As you engage in this art form, you may choose to hone your photography skills under the guidance of a professional photographer. Â
CollagingÂ
Collaging is a more accessible and more passive approach to art therapy. Making a collage involves tasks like arranging magazine photos and word titles. You may also use other materials like patterned papers, stamps, adhesives, pens, and paint when creating a collage.Â
If you struggle with drawing or painting, then collaging is a good alternative. A collage focuses on construction, while other art mediums rely on creation. If you’re looking to make a collage of photos from your life, you may hire a photographer to take beautiful photos for you.Â