What to Look for in an Art Therapist
Art therapy can be an effective intervention to help treat anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and more. If you’re ready to start art therapy, the first step is to choose the right professional.
Ways to Hack the Nervous System
The human body is equipped with several internal systems whose main function is to ensure our survival in a number of ways. One such system is the nervous system, which is sometimes referred to as the alarm system of the human body. When the nervous system functions properly, it alerts us to danger and allows us to respond appropriately.
How to Practice Self Compassion
Being kind to yourself is one of the best ways you can practice self compassion. Research has proven that the more we practice being kind and compassionate with ourselves, the more we’ll increase the habit of self-compassion in our daily lives. Some tips to help you practice self compassion include:
Art Therapy Isn’t Just for Kids
Art Therapy Isn’t Just for Kids. Take a moment and ask yourself, when was the last time you “played?”
How art therapy benefits you
How art therapy benefits you. Art Therapy builds resilience, increases healthy coping skills, resolves unhelpful behavioral patterns and heightens self-esteem
Navigating the holidays with C-PTSD
If you’re living with complex post traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) life can feel extra hard over the holidays. Good news, there are tips to help you thrive!
Holistic Ways To Reduce Anxiety
Looking for ways to cope with Anxiety? Good news, anxiety is actually designed to protect us from danger and is an adaptation of a fear response. Luckily, there are a few holistic ways to reduce anxiety when it feels unbearable. This includes weighted blankets, aromatherapies, cold exposure, belly breathing, dry brushing, and art (just to name a few). Keep reading to learn more!
How to Use Self-Regulation Techniques with Children and Teens
Emotional self-regulation involves the ability to have control or influence over your emotions and manage stress. An example of emotional self-regulation is when you can calm yourself down after being angry or upset. As you can see, learning self-regulation techniques is a vital skill for children and teens to acquire.