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Kaylee McMann
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP, HBSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakefield, ON K0L
With a foundation in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based practices, I help clients navigate challenges through creative approaches like music and art, to facilitate self-expression and emotional regulation.
It can feel overwhelming to find support to navigate the challenges life throws your way. If you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, stress, or just having difficulty achieving goals and overall happiness, we can work together to customize a treatment plan that is unique to you. I use a person-centered and goal-directed approach to ensure a safe environment that helps you feel comfortable and supported. On our journey together, my commitment is to provide you with tools to help you achieve goals, build confidence, and improve your emotional wellness.
With a foundation in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based practices, I help clients navigate challenges through creative approaches like music and art, to facilitate self-expression and emotional regulation.
It can feel overwhelming to find support to navigate the challenges life throws your way. If you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, stress, or just having difficulty achieving goals and overall happiness, we can work together to customize a treatment plan that is unique to you. I use a person-centered and goal-directed approach to ensure a safe environment that helps you feel comfortable and supported. On our journey together, my commitment is to provide you with tools to help you achieve goals, build confidence, and improve your emotional wellness.
(289) 402-5341 View (289) 402-5341
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Katherine Stewart Creative Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RCAT, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lakefield, ON K0L
Through a client-centered lens, I offer both talk and art therapy, catering to your individual needs and goals.
Feeling stressed, unfocused, stuck or searching for a place to find your ground? I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to comprehend and express our thoughts and feelings. A therapeutic foundation can help to unlock personal insights, explore the self and, discover inner strengths. In a safe, empathetic and non-judgemental atmosphere, I provide place for you to untangle, reflect, transform and realign with yourself.
Through a client-centered lens, I offer both talk and art therapy, catering to your individual needs and goals.
Feeling stressed, unfocused, stuck or searching for a place to find your ground? I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to comprehend and express our thoughts and feelings. A therapeutic foundation can help to unlock personal insights, explore the self and, discover inner strengths. In a safe, empathetic and non-judgemental atmosphere, I provide place for you to untangle, reflect, transform and realign with yourself.
(289) 216-6937 View (289) 216-6937
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MSW
Verified Verified
Bancroft, ON K0L  (Online Only)
If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.
If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.
(249) 488-1297 View (249) 488-1297
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Blue Sky Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BScOT, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Lakefield, ON K0L
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in the integrated treatment approach of Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and Occupational therapy that draws on Adlerian, Mindfulness and trauma informed attachment based theories. I see children through to adults and I am LGBTQ+ friendly and informed. I am registered under provincial legislation. I am a member of the Ontario College of OT and Psychotherapy in Ontario. I am also a registered Art Therapist.
I specialize in the integrated treatment approach of Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and Occupational therapy that draws on Adlerian, Mindfulness and trauma informed attachment based theories. I see children through to adults and I am LGBTQ+ friendly and informed. I am registered under provincial legislation. I am a member of the Ontario College of OT and Psychotherapy in Ontario. I am also a registered Art Therapist.
(705) 910-0965 View (705) 910-0965
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Meghan Nash
CYCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakefield, ON K0L
Not accepting new clients
I offer strengths-based, individual child and youth counselling, coming from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive lens. I also offer parent/guardian coordination, support in the improvement of coping strategies, problem solving, social skills development and emotional regulation. With 6+ years of experience within the school system, I am very knowledgeable of how challenging it can be to navigate appropriate supports and also offer my assistance in coordinating with your child’s school.
I offer strengths-based, individual child and youth counselling, coming from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive lens. I also offer parent/guardian coordination, support in the improvement of coping strategies, problem solving, social skills development and emotional regulation. With 6+ years of experience within the school system, I am very knowledgeable of how challenging it can be to navigate appropriate supports and also offer my assistance in coordinating with your child’s school.
(249) 488-2654 View (249) 488-2654

Online Therapists

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Lori Kufner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5A
I have worked in community and art spaces, nightlife and harm reduction for 18 years and bring a relational, wholistic approach to Gestalt Psychotherapy with a focus on what is present.
Are you feeling ready for a change or want space to explore what makes you, you? I work with individuals seeking support with life transitions, creative blocks, self esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues (including open/polyamorous, friendships, familial), existential angst, trauma, and more. I support clients in finding, embracing and exploring their unique, inner magic. I invite you to join me in an exploration of what it's like to be you, and bringing awareness into your experiences. There is no wrong way to show up - your whole self is welcome!
I have worked in community and art spaces, nightlife and harm reduction for 18 years and bring a relational, wholistic approach to Gestalt Psychotherapy with a focus on what is present.
Are you feeling ready for a change or want space to explore what makes you, you? I work with individuals seeking support with life transitions, creative blocks, self esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues (including open/polyamorous, friendships, familial), existential angst, trauma, and more. I support clients in finding, embracing and exploring their unique, inner magic. I invite you to join me in an exploration of what it's like to be you, and bringing awareness into your experiences. There is no wrong way to show up - your whole self is welcome!
(365) 657-5892 View (365) 657-5892
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Reyhane Namdari
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ATR
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4W
I am also specialized in working with children and teenagers using CBT, Art Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Are you trying to take control of your emotions, unhealthy habits,or negative thoughts? Are you trying to improve your interpersonal skills, romantic or professional relationships,or seeking personal growth? Are you simply in need to talking about your life, decisions, and future plan? If yes, then you may want to try setting an appointment to tackle these issues. If you feel stuck in any aspect of your life, therapy can be helpful. Me and my colleagues at Therapedia Centre offer psychotherapy services in Farsi, Mandarine, and Portuguese in addition to English.Email us via this page to find out about our availability and expertise.
I am also specialized in working with children and teenagers using CBT, Art Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Are you trying to take control of your emotions, unhealthy habits,or negative thoughts? Are you trying to improve your interpersonal skills, romantic or professional relationships,or seeking personal growth? Are you simply in need to talking about your life, decisions, and future plan? If yes, then you may want to try setting an appointment to tackle these issues. If you feel stuck in any aspect of your life, therapy can be helpful. Me and my colleagues at Therapedia Centre offer psychotherapy services in Farsi, Mandarine, and Portuguese in addition to English.Email us via this page to find out about our availability and expertise.
(647) 493-1755 View (647) 493-1755
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Sarah Epp
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
No special skills or abilities are required to engage in talk or art therapy.
It's understandable to feel overwhelmed or shut down when life is hard; situations difficult and relationships confusing. We usually cannot control our outside experiences making it hard to cope. I support individuals to overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, self harm, and trauma. Through an empathetic and supportive therapeutic connection one can learn to navigate big emotions, difficult moods, and challenging patterns in healthy ways. I will gently guide you through a process of self reflection and discussion to promote self awareness as you develop skills to foster change.
No special skills or abilities are required to engage in talk or art therapy.
It's understandable to feel overwhelmed or shut down when life is hard; situations difficult and relationships confusing. We usually cannot control our outside experiences making it hard to cope. I support individuals to overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, self harm, and trauma. Through an empathetic and supportive therapeutic connection one can learn to navigate big emotions, difficult moods, and challenging patterns in healthy ways. I will gently guide you through a process of self reflection and discussion to promote self awareness as you develop skills to foster change.
(249) 202-5243 View (249) 202-5243
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MindSeed Health
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
North York, ON M2J
Some approaches that we use include: DBT, MBCT, somatic, art, mindfulness, psychodynamic and attachment-based therapies.
MindSeed is a trauma-informed psychotherapy centre that meets people where they are and helps them get to where they want to be. We're dedicated to helping people gain both the skills & insights that empower them to lead more satisfying lives. Our clients face challenges with: depression, anxiety, trauma (complex & PTSD), intense emotions (eg. anger, shame), substance and alcohol use, self-harm, suicidality, disordered eating & body image issues, low self worth, grief, life transitions, & relationships. Many also have a history of early or relational traumas.
Some approaches that we use include: DBT, MBCT, somatic, art, mindfulness, psychodynamic and attachment-based therapies.
MindSeed is a trauma-informed psychotherapy centre that meets people where they are and helps them get to where they want to be. We're dedicated to helping people gain both the skills & insights that empower them to lead more satisfying lives. Our clients face challenges with: depression, anxiety, trauma (complex & PTSD), intense emotions (eg. anger, shame), substance and alcohol use, self-harm, suicidality, disordered eating & body image issues, low self worth, grief, life transitions, & relationships. Many also have a history of early or relational traumas.
(289) 778-0121 View (289) 778-0121
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Chantel Proulx
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
To make sure we are a good fit, we'll st art with a free 30 min phone consultation.
Accepting New Clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
To make sure we are a good fit, we'll st art with a free 30 min phone consultation.
Accepting New Clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 796-8032 View (289) 796-8032
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Emily Paris
Registered Psychotherapist, DVATI, BFA
Verified Verified
Perth, ON K7H
I offer virtual and in-person therapy to individuals aged 18+ providing support for those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, perinatal mental health, and trauma. You can expect a nurturing and safe space in therapy with me, where your unique needs take centre stage. My approach is trauma-informed, somatic and mindfulness oriented, focusing on empowering you to reconnect with your inner self and strengthen your emotional well-being. As a Certified Art Therapist, I can offer creative interventions such as writing, painting, sculpting, and drawing as powerful tools for self-expression and healing.
I offer virtual and in-person therapy to individuals aged 18+ providing support for those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, perinatal mental health, and trauma. You can expect a nurturing and safe space in therapy with me, where your unique needs take centre stage. My approach is trauma-informed, somatic and mindfulness oriented, focusing on empowering you to reconnect with your inner self and strengthen your emotional well-being. As a Certified Art Therapist, I can offer creative interventions such as writing, painting, sculpting, and drawing as powerful tools for self-expression and healing.
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Preston Allen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA
Verified Verified
Kingston, ON K7L
, I specialize in ADHD counselling, mens intimacy issues, pornography addiction, religiously informed counselling, and creative/ art therapy.
I am passionate in helping Individuals transform their relationships, overcome grief and trauma, and achieve overall life improvement. My desire as a therapist is to help individuals deepen their self-understanding, developing more control in their lives, and explore their beliefs. Assist couples along their way to experiencing connection and deeper intimacy. My approach is a combination of CBT, neurobiology, philosophy, mindfulness, narrative therapy, ACT, art therapy and various other psychological theories to offer an integrative approach to meeting client needs, all practiced from an experiential emotion-focused perspective.
, I specialize in ADHD counselling, mens intimacy issues, pornography addiction, religiously informed counselling, and creative/ art therapy.
I am passionate in helping Individuals transform their relationships, overcome grief and trauma, and achieve overall life improvement. My desire as a therapist is to help individuals deepen their self-understanding, developing more control in their lives, and explore their beliefs. Assist couples along their way to experiencing connection and deeper intimacy. My approach is a combination of CBT, neurobiology, philosophy, mindfulness, narrative therapy, ACT, art therapy and various other psychological theories to offer an integrative approach to meeting client needs, all practiced from an experiential emotion-focused perspective.
(343) 312-6423 View (343) 312-6423
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Tatyana Bashkatova
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy, RP, AAC
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4N
The modalities are Gestalt Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Emotion-Image Therapy, Art Therapy, Psychodrama, Addiction Counselling, and the Gottman Method.
Visit me at www.insightcentre.ca. Life tends to offer us circumstances and relationships that challenge our ability to manage our feelings and cope with difficult situations. At times, we find ourselves vulnerable, lost, frustrated, angry, sad or weak and struggling to find solutions on our own. If this is the case for you, I am happy to offer all my knowledge and experience to assist you with working through your issues and promoting self-change and improvement in your relationships.
The modalities are Gestalt Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Emotion-Image Therapy, Art Therapy, Psychodrama, Addiction Counselling, and the Gottman Method.
Visit me at www.insightcentre.ca. Life tends to offer us circumstances and relationships that challenge our ability to manage our feelings and cope with difficult situations. At times, we find ourselves vulnerable, lost, frustrated, angry, sad or weak and struggling to find solutions on our own. If this is the case for you, I am happy to offer all my knowledge and experience to assist you with working through your issues and promoting self-change and improvement in your relationships.
(249) 503-8530 View (249) 503-8530
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Roya Biazar - Therapedia Centre
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MFA, BSc
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4W
Having provided psychotherapy and art therapy to patients undergoing orthopaedic care, dialysis, and palliative care, I have faced a wide variety of physical and psychosocial needs and recognize the intersection of both in holistic treatment.
How do we navigate "well-being" in today's world? Whether issues are centered around identity, relationships, life events, and/or trauma, I am available to individuals, couples, and families who wish to feel more control in their lives. Believing the openness to heal requires our mutual commitment, I carry a sensibility towards my practice that prioritizes your comfort and our ability to connect faithfully. I attended the Toronto Art Therapy Institute and have been practicing for 2 years with most of my experience working in rehabilitation.
Having provided psychotherapy and art therapy to patients undergoing orthopaedic care, dialysis, and palliative care, I have faced a wide variety of physical and psychosocial needs and recognize the intersection of both in holistic treatment.
How do we navigate "well-being" in today's world? Whether issues are centered around identity, relationships, life events, and/or trauma, I am available to individuals, couples, and families who wish to feel more control in their lives. Believing the openness to heal requires our mutual commitment, I carry a sensibility towards my practice that prioritizes your comfort and our ability to connect faithfully. I attended the Toronto Art Therapy Institute and have been practicing for 2 years with most of my experience working in rehabilitation.
(416) 877-0137 View (416) 877-0137
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Three Birds Art Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), OCT, PGCE, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warkworth, ON K0K
Please contact me for a free consultation to see if art therapy is right for you.
Typically I work with clients that want to improve their mental wellness and wellbeing through creativity. You and I together choose specific art activities that are clinically proven to be helpful with your specific concerns that you might enjoy and we explore what is helpful and find creative strategies to support improving your mental and physical well being. Art therapy for wellness is a creative journey between you and I, and also your own relationship with yourself to discover what may be helpful through creativity.
Please contact me for a free consultation to see if art therapy is right for you.
Typically I work with clients that want to improve their mental wellness and wellbeing through creativity. You and I together choose specific art activities that are clinically proven to be helpful with your specific concerns that you might enjoy and we explore what is helpful and find creative strategies to support improving your mental and physical well being. Art therapy for wellness is a creative journey between you and I, and also your own relationship with yourself to discover what may be helpful through creativity.
(249) 202-2193 View (249) 202-2193
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Shiva Movafaghian
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, PTI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2K
Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by worry, uncertainty, or fear about your child's future? I am a dedicated child &youth therapist, with more than 15 years experience, specializing in play therapy. I am the founder of Alpha Child Therapy Centre. My expertise encompasses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, art therapy, or family therapy and coaching parents in their parenthood journey. My goal is to provide compassionate support and empowering young minds to thrive. I create safe and supportive connection with my clients. I am passionate about mental well-being and guiding my clients towards brighter tomorrows.
Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by worry, uncertainty, or fear about your child's future? I am a dedicated child &youth therapist, with more than 15 years experience, specializing in play therapy. I am the founder of Alpha Child Therapy Centre. My expertise encompasses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, art therapy, or family therapy and coaching parents in their parenthood journey. My goal is to provide compassionate support and empowering young minds to thrive. I create safe and supportive connection with my clients. I am passionate about mental well-being and guiding my clients towards brighter tomorrows.
(289) 302-7806 View (289) 302-7806
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Daniela Shulman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J
I use a variety of evidence-based approaches such as play therapy, art therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
I am a child and family therapist with over a decade of experience working with children and families. I use a collaborative approach to work with you and your child to help foster positive changes in your lives.
I use a variety of evidence-based approaches such as play therapy, art therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
I am a child and family therapist with over a decade of experience working with children and families. I use a collaborative approach to work with you and your child to help foster positive changes in your lives.
(647) 370-7622 View (647) 370-7622
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Karen Sin
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MAFT
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L3T
I have specialized training in family therapy, play therapy and expressive art intervention.
I am a registered social worker with a Master of Social Work and Master of Family-Centred Practice and Family Therapy. With various more than 8 years of clinical experience specialized in individual, children and family, I have worked in social services, providing assessment and treatment for clients with various needs, such as those who have depression, anxiety, relationships distress, trauma, LGBTQ, gender issue, family conflicts, parenting, transgenerational issue, single families challenges, and disabilities/special needs children and their families.
I have specialized training in family therapy, play therapy and expressive art intervention.
I am a registered social worker with a Master of Social Work and Master of Family-Centred Practice and Family Therapy. With various more than 8 years of clinical experience specialized in individual, children and family, I have worked in social services, providing assessment and treatment for clients with various needs, such as those who have depression, anxiety, relationships distress, trauma, LGBTQ, gender issue, family conflicts, parenting, transgenerational issue, single families challenges, and disabilities/special needs children and their families.
(289) 451-6287 x101 View (289) 451-6287 x101
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Michelle Factor
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J  (Online Only)
Creating art is encouraged, with no prior experience needed.
Getting through long days and restless nights is often challenging and overwhelming. Feeling sad and alone? Lost and troubled? I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Join me in a supportive, compassionate, and safe space so we can take the journey together to rediscover your true self. With the right approach in the comfort of your own home, these daily battles can be overcome. Together we will find the right approach for you so that growth will occur in many positive ways. I work with adults of all ages. My modalities are mindfulness and acceptance cognitive behavior therapy and art therapy.
Creating art is encouraged, with no prior experience needed.
Getting through long days and restless nights is often challenging and overwhelming. Feeling sad and alone? Lost and troubled? I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Join me in a supportive, compassionate, and safe space so we can take the journey together to rediscover your true self. With the right approach in the comfort of your own home, these daily battles can be overcome. Together we will find the right approach for you so that growth will occur in many positive ways. I work with adults of all ages. My modalities are mindfulness and acceptance cognitive behavior therapy and art therapy.
(289) 512-0534 View (289) 512-0534
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Deborah Kopeschny
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCAT, MPS-AT, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1P
I use art therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Do you wonder if life will get better, or possibly a recent or past trauma has influenced your ability to enjoy life, or you have ongoing anxieties about yourself, family or your future. I welcome an initial consultation, where we can speak about your needs before committing to therapy, and you can get an idea of how we could work together. I believe that your search is a step in developing your own strength on the journey towards a Blooming Life.
I use art therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Do you wonder if life will get better, or possibly a recent or past trauma has influenced your ability to enjoy life, or you have ongoing anxieties about yourself, family or your future. I welcome an initial consultation, where we can speak about your needs before committing to therapy, and you can get an idea of how we could work together. I believe that your search is a step in developing your own strength on the journey towards a Blooming Life.
(289) 271-1992 View (289) 271-1992

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Art Therapy Counsellors

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.