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Art therapy is a type of therapy that utilizes artistic processes in the process to improve mental well-being. Art therapy creates the space for you to express your feelings and thoughts through ways other than words and talking.

Some of the most common techniques that mental professionals employ in art therapy include:

  • Painting
  • Drawing
  • Clay sculpture
  • Coloring
  • Collage
  • Photography

For someone who struggles to express their emotions and experiences through words alone, art therapy enables them to express themselves through visual representations. Art therapy is often paired with other types of therapy to better get to the root of and heal from mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, and eating disorders.

Whether you are located in downtown Portsmouth, the suburbs of Portsmouth, other nearby places such as Chesapeake, Norfolk, or anywhere else in Virginia, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Art Therapy Benefits

There are many benefits that come along with art therapy, and here are a few of them:

  • Self-awareness.
  • Self-expression.
  • Lower levels of stress.
  • Increased self-esteem.
  • Improved motor function.
  • Freer communication.

The benefits of art therapy apply to children, teens, and adults regardless of artistic ability. If you are interested in art therapy, read this article by licensed therapist Marla Berger about how art therapy heals.

Get Started with Art Therapy Today!

The best way to find out whether art therapy is for you is to seek out a licensed therapist who specializes in art therapy. And that’s why we’re here! Mental Health Match can help you get started by quickly matching you with a professional art therapist. Begin by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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I will help you figure out what’s behind anxiety, perfectionism, and self-criticism - and what fuels it in both your mind and body. Together, we'll work on soothing and quieting very reactive minds and nerves - all with a little fun and laughter.

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I take a trauma-informed approach to therapy, so our work together will be collaborative. I use a range of approaches including EMDR, FLASH, Adaptive Disclosure, talk therapy, and more to help you heal and build the life you want.

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I believe in the uniqueness of each individual and find fulfillment in working with those who feel burdened by familial or societal expectations. My clients focus on accepting themselves and addressing neglected or denied aspects of their being.

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I use a combination of theoretical approaches to identify, collaborate, and problem solve your concerns. I enjoy engaging somatic work and education about the connection in our brain and body to holistically approach healing and bring peace.

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My approach is always client centered and strength based.

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