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Expressive Arts Therapy
Discover Growth and Healing Through Creativity
Expressive Arts Therapy in Denton, Texas
If you are looking for a creative and unique therapy, such as art therapy, you are in the right place.
As a Registered Expressive Arts Therapist, what I provide is similar to art therapy, but with an all-around approach that includes visual arts, music, movement, drama, and creative writing.
Many times, words are not enough for true healing and growth. Maybe you tried traditional talk therapy, and it was not as deep and meaningful as you desired.
Expressive arts therapy can help you access your authentic self, improve self-awareness, and increase your self-worth. Additionally, you can find new ways to cope with stress and challenges.
Healing looks different for each person. This multi-modal approach provides many ways to connect, heal, and grow. Further, you can express yourself in a way that’s authentic to you.
The beauty of expressive arts therapy is that we can explore what modality works best for you, depending on your goals and needs. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to be challenged and step out of your comfort zone.
What is Expressive Arts Therapy?
This therapeutic approach uses various art forms, such as art, music, dance, drama, and writing, to help you explore and express your emotions. Sometimes, various art forms can be used simultaneously or transitioned to a different art form after another. Expressive arts therapy gives you various tools to express what’s most meaningful to you.
You might be thinking, this sounds great but… I’m not a creative person. I believe everyone is creative. “Creative” describes a person who creates something from the imagination and brings it into existence. No artistic skills are necessary.
Unlike art class or a musical performance, your work doesn’t have to be pretty or perfect.
It’s more about the process than the product.
Issues Women can Address Through Expressive Arts Therapy
- Anxiety and overwhelm
- Life transitions (motherhood, career changes, divorce)
- Perfectionism and self-criticism
- Trauma and PTSD
- Work-life balance stress
- Burnout and secondary trauma
- Body image and self-esteem
Issues Women Can Address Through Expressive Arts Therapy
- Anxiety and overwhelm
- Life transitions (motherhood, career changes, divorce)
- Perfectionism and self-criticism
- Trauma and PTSD
- Work-life balance stress
- Burnout and secondary trauma
- Body image and self-esteem
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Offering online sessions throughout Texas and in-person sessions near the following areas:
OAK POINT
DENTON
HIGHLAND VILLAGE
LITTLE ELM
AUBREY
CROSS ROADS
FRISCO
THE COLONY
Who Can Benefit from Online Expressive Arts Therapy?
- Working mothers juggling multiple responsibilities
- Women in life transitions
- Those seeking creative outlets for stress relief
- Women who prefer being in the comfort of their own home
- Busy professionals needing flexible scheduling
Benefits of Online Expressive Arts Therapy
Privacy and Comfort of Your Own Space
Flexible Scheduling for Busy Women
Access From Anywhere in Texas
Safe Space to Explore and Create
What to Expect in a Typical Session?
A typical session may involve painting a picture, writing your thoughts and feelings that arise, and adding movement or sound. This provides a deeper experience of expression, processing, insight, and growth.
Multiple art forms allow you to engage all five senses and both sides of the brain. Ultimately, this means you are engaging the whole body. The more we engage the entire body, the more likely it is to find healing and growth.
The arts will assist you in becoming more aware of your body, thoughts, feelings, memory, beliefs, and the unconscious.
We will work together to use expressive arts to accomplish your goals. Additionally, we can incorporate other treatments such as EMDR or CBT.
FAQ's
Do I need to be artistic or creative to benefit from expressive arts therapy?
Nope! This is not an art class or a performance. We use art and creativity to express and process thoughts and feelings. It’s more about the process than the product.
Is this just arts and crafts, or is it actual therapy?
As a registered expressive arts therapist, I’m trained in using the arts to accomplish your therapeutic goals. There is a purpose behind everything we do together. We can also integrate other modalities such as EMDR and CBT.
What's the difference between art therapy and expressive arts therapy?
Art therapy typically focuses on the visual arts. Expressive arts therapy integrates multiple modalities such as art, music, writing, drama, movement, and more! This allows us the freedom to shift as needed, addressing the whole body and multiple parts of the brain.
What supplies do I need?
We can use a variety of materials! I will have certain materials for you to use but you can also bring your own, if you’d like!
Can I do expressive arts therapy virtually/online?
Yes! You can use the materials you have at home or I can send you a box of some materials to use.
Can I do expressive arts therapy alongside regular talk therapy?
Yes! Expressive arts therapy integrates very well with talk therapy. We can even incorporate other modalities such as EMDR and IFS.
How to Get Started
1. Book a free consultation
We will schedule a 15-minute consultation where you’ll get to share your unique needs. I’ll answer your questions and we will decide if we are a good fit for each other.
2. Begin your personalized therapy journey.
We’ll meet online or in-person, and we will decide together on what methods will be best for you so we can accomplish your goals.
3. Experience relief and growth
This can be tough work, but we will take it one step at a time so you feel happier, more at peace, and like yourself again.
Discover Growth and Healing Through Creativity
Take the first step toward your creative healing by scheduling a free consultation today. I’d be happy to answer any questions you have and explore whether we would be a good fit for each other.
Discover Growth and Healing Through Creativity
Take the first step toward your creative healing by scheduling a free consultation today. I’d be happy to answer any questions you have and explore whether we would be a good fit for each other.