Expressive Arts Therapists in L5A
Brenda Bunting Jungian Analyst
Registered Psychotherapist, DTATI, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5A (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life's difficulties are opportunities for personal development, creativity, and finding meaning. I offer a heart-felt, calming, embodied presence using Jungian Analysis to accompany you home to your self. I am passionate about my role of creating a time, and a relationship, in which you can share your true feelings and explore your inner world to increase consciousness about yourself, and your relationship to others and the world, to find your individual path to fulfilment and your calling in life.
Life's difficulties are opportunities for personal development, creativity, and finding meaning. I offer a heart-felt, calming, embodied presence using Jungian Analysis to accompany you home to your self. I am passionate about my role of creating a time, and a relationship, in which you can share your true feelings and explore your inner world to increase consciousness about yourself, and your relationship to others and the world, to find your individual path to fulfilment and your calling in life.
Gail Wilson Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RP
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5A (Online Only)
****CURRENTLY, TAKING NEW CLIENTS****My practice method is client centered which offers individualized support for a variety of psycho-social and emotional challenges, for example, anxiety, depression, Behavioural issues, relationship challenges or life transitions. I offer system navigation tools and resources to better support you through life's challenges and hurdles.
****CURRENTLY, TAKING NEW CLIENTS****My practice method is client centered which offers individualized support for a variety of psycho-social and emotional challenges, for example, anxiety, depression, Behavioural issues, relationship challenges or life transitions. I offer system navigation tools and resources to better support you through life's challenges and hurdles.
Amjed Abojedi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5A
Bilingual clinical Counselor / researcher possessing in-depth knowledge of child and family dynamic. Community-based Programs evaluator for children and families, assessment tools developer, and play therapy practitioner.
Bilingual clinical Counselor / researcher possessing in-depth knowledge of child and family dynamic. Community-based Programs evaluator for children and families, assessment tools developer, and play therapy practitioner.
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Expressive Arts Counsellors
What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.