Art Therapy Helps Heal People’s Grief and Trauma from Gun Violence

Taken from WRTV news. INDIANAPOLIS – A new art exhibition showcases work by those impacted by gun violence. The program is using art as a form of therapy.

Young people from Indy Peace Fellowship learned glassblowing, printmaking, ceramics and more as a part of Healing HeARTs, a program that’s using artmaking and grief support to process complicated emotions and trauma.

The 17-year-old was hesitant to go through the program at first, but now his own work is proudly displayed at the Indy Art Center. From glass flowers, to welding sculptures, Taylor’s art tells a unique story, carefully crafted by someone impacted by gun violence.Read on. 

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Heather Caruso is a registered psychotherapist, narcissistic abuse therapist, art therapist specializing in trauma counseling and adult children of narcissistic, dysfunctional and or emotionally immature parents. Heather has advanced training with some of the field’s foremost authorities, including Dr Ramani, Karyl McBride, Lindsay Gibson, and Sandra Brown. She uses this expertise to navigate narcissistic and psychopathic abuse. This rigorous training gives her a highly refined skill set.

Consequently, she delivers specialized and effective support to those impacted by parents with personality disorders and complex relationship trauma. Heather blends various therapeutic approaches to guide her clients through their healing journeys. She also offers a free Zoom chat so individuals can ask questions and decide if her therapy services are a good fit for their unique needs. To book an appointment, call the office at 519 830 7123 or use this link to contact us.