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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.

Wellness Recovery Action Plan

Posted on February 18, 2019 by RichardB

The Wellness Recovery Action Plan®, or WRAP®, is an evidence based practice that is used world-wide by people who are dealing with mental health challenges as well as medical conditions. Diabetes, weight gain, pain management, addictions, smoking, and trauma are … Continue reading →

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Tara

Posted on February 17, 2019 by RichardB
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Your brain’s creativity

Posted on February 15, 2019 by RichardB
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hands

Posted on February 13, 2019 by RichardB

To clasp the hands in prayer is the beginning of an uprising against the disorder of the world. Karl Barth

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Opportunities 4 mindfulness

Posted on February 11, 2019 by RichardB

For most of us, a typical day begins when we get out of bed, wash, and then start our activities. At some point, we get a bite to eat, walk somewhere, and talk to someone. Often, by the end of … Continue reading →

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Coloring Page

Posted on February 10, 2019 by RichardB
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Narrow Indication for Abuse-Deterrent Morphine

Posted on February 8, 2019 by RichardB

The latest opioid approved by FDA will be “expected” to reduce abuse by only one route — injection — in its official labeling. In a carefully-worded press release, drugmaker Egalet said its extended-release morphine drug Arymo ER “increased resistance to … Continue reading →

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