Category Archives: Creative Arts Therapy
Past Talking: Music Therapy
Of all the creative arts therapies, music therapy may be most familiar to the public, having received the lion’s share of media attention. It’s been widely acknowledged as an especially useful therapeutic modality ever since it was used to help … Continue reading
Past Talking: Poetry Therapy
Poetry therapy is “the use of language, symbol, and story in therapeutic, educational, and community building capacities.” It’s effective, with a wide range of populations, from children to elders, and with a broad range of problem areas, including family violence, … Continue reading
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Past Talking: Drama Therapy
Drama therapy relies on a range of techniques to meet numerous therapeutic goals and outcomes, including, according to the Drama Therapy Association, the ability of clients to tell their stories, rehearse desired behaviors, practice relationship skills, set goals, improve interpersonal … Continue reading
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Past Talking: Art Therapy
According to the American Art Therapy Association, art therapy is “the therapeutic use of art making, within a professional relationship, by people who experience illness, trauma, or challenges in living, and by people who seek personal development. Through creating art … Continue reading
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