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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 Virginia Beach, Ashville Park, Bay Colony, Christopher Farms, or even Fairfield, 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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My approach is Holistic, Creative, and Trauma Focused. I work with clients to create a balance of the mind, body, and soul to improve mental health and feel whole again. We work together to resolve any issues from the past. This is all about you.

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that I use IFS, narrative therapy, and expressive arts therapy to do a trauma informed approach to therapy to help address trauma gently.

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My ultimate goal as a Counselor/Therapist is to provide an unbiased and open outlet to process emotions and feelings that present in the lives of my client’s. It is my goal to work with families, couples, individuals of varying age groups.

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I am a Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in TX, VA, CT. www.allisontardif.com Clients have the option to engage in an art therapy process. No art experience required.

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