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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 New Bedford, the suburbs of New Bedford, other nearby places such as East Providence, Fall River, or anywhere else in Massachusetts, 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 tend to be lively in session, asking first for your permission before I challenge you to evaluate any possible limiting beliefs, helping you to gain a better internal dialog.

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I have a masters in counseling and also psychiatric nursing allowing me to treat the whole person in a holistic manner. This may include therapy and medication/supplements. I believe your healing is nonlinear and curated to each person.

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Develop a therapeutic relationship that can foster change and confidence. Whether you're looking for help with a situational stressor or for longer term therapy to work on your mental health, I am happy to help you with your goals.

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I aim to understand the uniqueness of a person within their whole context. This helps me accurately gain insight and helps you develop the skills to navigate through life's challenges. My approach is proactive as I help you pace through your goals.

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Identify what your hope is for your life and how you can get there. I help people build skills to soothe anxious thoughts, express difficult emotions, and build a more positive relationship with their body and themself.

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Emotions live in the body. That's why my approach integrates Expressive Art Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, and Trauma Sensitive Movement to support a holistic approach to healing and growth.

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