About Art Therapy

Art therapy is a form of therapy that uses artistic expression and imagination as a way to explore emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. No specific talent is required, as anyone can make their mark; rather, emphasis is placed on the artistic process. The therapist will use the artwork created as a way to facilitate conversation and explore deeper issues.

This art-based therapy is effective with children, youth, and adults who may be dealing with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, grief, loss, and more.
During a session, the art therapist will guide you (or your child) through the process of creating art by drawing, painting , sculpting, or other creative activities of your choice, as a way to express feelings and experiences. This art-based exploration will assist giving your inner world a form.
Through art therapy one can:

* Gain mastery over thoughts and feelings
* Increase self-esteem
* Identify abilities and strengths
* Explore new possibilities

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Setting

All individual, couples, small groups (up to four participants), and family sessions take place in a comfortable clinic.

Online sessions for individuals are also available.

Group art therapy locations are usually within a community-based setting.

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The clinic at Fowler Ct, Coquitlam

The clinic at Norman Ave., Coquitlam

A warm and private home-based clinic. An abundance of art supplies and every-day items allow for artistic exploration and creativity. The joyful creation of free artwork provides a path to our mental health.

Art Supplies

All materials and media are provided in our sessions (age appropriate). A large variety of materials may increase sensory and emotional stimulation, and can help induce curiosity, passion, and enjoyment of the creative process.
During sessions, you (or your child) will be encouraged to work with materials using all your senses. Materials offered include paper in various sizes and colours, drawing and painting media such as oil pastel sticks, crayons, coloured pencils, markers, felt pens, tempera paint/discs, water colours, assorted paintbrushes, etc. Tools such as scissors; white glue, glue sticks, glue guns are also provided. Additional materials, such as plasticine, clay, pipe cleaners, yarn, fabric, buttons, beads, stickers, magazines, as well as everyday found objects, will be available.

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