What is art therapy?
Art therapy is a form of non verbal psychotherapy, using the power of creative expression and art making to process and aid ones mental well-being and therapeutic goals.
Art therapy is a non embracive way of working through mental health struggles such as and not limited to anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, lifestyle change, etc.
With the guidance of an art therapist, art therapy allows you to work through your therapeutic goals in a safe and creative way. It also gives clients the freedom to explore and channel their natural creative energy, fostering new self care techniques through the art process.
You do not need to have experience with art making or materials to feel the positive effects of art therapy. The therapist will meet you where you are at with your skill and comfortability level to make sure your therapeutic journey is most effective.
About Me
Rebecca Dunford, BA, DCiiAT, PCAT
I am a Professional Clinical Art Psychotherapist providing in person art therapy services to the Victoria and Southern Vancouver Island area. I also provide virtual individual and group art therapy sessions to those living within Canada.
It is important to me to hold a safe and creative atmosphere for my clients to explore their therapeutic needs and goals. I offer services to individuals seeking support while coping with anxiety, depression, stress, loss, trauma, and other mental health and well-being issues.
If you are searching for a creative and gentle way to navigate your wellness journey, art therapy could be a great fit for you.
Art therapy allows you to express and communicate your emotions and feelings through the creative process, no skills necessary.