People have many types of dreams. They may process the events of the day. They may be childhood memories or of people from the past. It is normal to dream…
The trap of modern society is that many people spend all of their waking hours in activity. Some children rarely have a quiet afternoon, to make up their own…
This weekend is Canadian Thanksgiving. It means different things to different people. For some it means family gatherings and others it reminds them of the atrocities of colonization. Take a moment to acknowledge…
I never realized how judgemental people are against folks who need mental health support until I became an art therapist. We have to normalize getting support when we need it…
A randomized control study of 59 women, aged 18-65 with various forms of anxiety (social and generalized, panic disorder) showed that the people who participated in art therapy…
Art therapy has been found to be very helpful for people struggling with illness, like chronic pain, post stroke, alzheimers and cancer. One study researched patients undergoing chemotherapy. This study…
Engaging in art-making increases levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Dopamine is a feel good hormone. Psychology Today states that "this important neurochemical boosts mood, motivation, and attention, and helps regulate…
Self Love Otter, Acrylic Paint on Rock
It can be challenging to recognize and embrace one’s positive qualities, especially in a society that celebrates achievement and perfection while harshly judging…
To help you be informed for the October 21 federal election, Guelph Arts Council asked local candidates from the four main parties to answer a few questions about…
In a room with white walls, white curtains, and big pieces of medical equipment, sits a cancer patient with a canvas quietly painting in a corner, To a regular person…
Art therapy is a tool that is useful for any kind of trauma but research has shown that especially useful for those with childhood trauma, read on https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0197455607000287
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are two conditions that deeply affect the brain. When someone experiences them, it can change the way they think, feel, and…