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Art can make the
invisible (such as painful emotions and experiences)
visible through external expression.
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Experiences in art
creation validate our connection to the whole of life,
which increases self-esteem, self-validation, and
self-awareness.
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Encourages
self-control through working with art materials.
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Metaphorical language
and story can emerge through the art, giving voice to that
which is often difficult to express.
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Emergent and
re-occurring symbols bridge our conscious and
unconscious awareness.
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Discovery of one’s
strengths and authenticity.
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Learning the skill of
self-observation through one’s art creations.
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Art making engages
the whole brain and can stimulate integration of
cognitive, feeling and sensory processes.
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Art and emotions are
closely linked and therefore art-making can help to
positively alter
one's mood.
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Energy and vitality
can be increased by a visible expression of suppressed
thoughts and memories.
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Provides an
experience of relaxation, reducing stress, anxiety and
worry.
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Art therapy offers a
hands-on, active, fun, and productive form of therapy.
