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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.

Wire Fox Terrier Coloring Page

Posted on August 17, 2024 by RichardB
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The Brain and Emotional Self-Control

Posted on August 14, 2024 by RichardB

Different brain areas are activated when we choose to suppress an emotion, compared to when we are instructed to inhibit an emotion, according a new study from the UCL Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience and Ghent University.In this study, published in … Continue reading →

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mistakes

Posted on August 10, 2024 by RichardB

“You must learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t possibly live long enough to make them all yourself.” Sam Levenson

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Movement Group with Preschoolers

Posted on August 7, 2024 by RichardB

There have been more than a few times in workshops when I have jumped between being a participant and some level of facilitator. I have been involved with preschoolers through senior citizens in groups that featured some aspect of the … Continue reading →

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Afgan Hound Coloring Page

Posted on August 3, 2024 by RichardB
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Dance Movement Therapy Association of Australia

Posted on August 1, 2024 by RichardB

The Dance Movement Therapy Association (DTAA) is the recognized professional body for dance movement therapy in Australia. It sets the standards for Professional and Associate levels of membership, training and supervision. The DTAA also warmly welcomes General and Student members. … Continue reading →

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Yoga may boost your brain power

Posted on July 31, 2024 by RichardB

Yogis may be enjoying a surprising benefit when they unroll their mats and strike a pose. A new study finds that just 20 minutes of hatha yoga stimulates brain function. Researchers from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign enlisted 30 … Continue reading →

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