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About RichardB

I am trained and work as a Creative Arts Therapist specializing in group therapy. I have passionately studied, worked, and taught as a hands-on practitioner of the Creative/Expressive and Healing Arts since 1983 integrating various modalities working in a variety of clinical and non-clinical settings. I currently provide Creative Arts and Counseling services to nonprofit agencies as well as occasionally teaching classes and workshops in communities of faith. I use compassion and acceptance to create an environment that is safe and nurturing for all individuals and groups. In my spare time I engage in research and write articles on a variety of subjects, create: poems, music, abstract artwork, and photograph nature.

Papillon-Coloring Page

Posted on June 8, 2019 by RichardB
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open to new

Posted on June 5, 2019 by RichardB

Our lives can be filled with creative moments, whatever we do, as long as we’re flexible and open to new possibilities—willing to push beyond routine. The everyday expression of creativity often takes the form of trying out a new approach … Continue reading →

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Mandala-Coloring Page

Posted on June 1, 2019 by RichardB
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Oshun-Coloring Page

Posted on May 31, 2019 by RichardB
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Different Cultures Enhances Creativity

Posted on May 27, 2019 by RichardB

Creativity can be enhanced by experiencing cultures different from one’s own, according to a study in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin (published by SAGE). Three studies looked at students who had lived abroad and those who hadn’t, testing them on … Continue reading →

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creativity is courage

Posted on May 25, 2019 by RichardB

Another word for creativity is courage.  George Prince

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Wise, Reason, Emotional Mind

Posted on May 24, 2019 by RichardB

I have been practicing meditation since the mid-70’s and started a mindfulness meditation practice in the mid-90’s. Mindfulness has to do with the quality of awareness that we bring to what we are doing and experiencing, to being in the … Continue reading →

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